All items tagged with supply chain (67)

Gettop and USound Sign Strategic Sales and Supply Agreement for MEMS Speaker Production

September 22, 2025 by Joao Martins

Gettop and USound Sign Strategic Sales and Supply Agreement for MEMS Speaker Production

USound, the MEMS speakers pioneer that is now expanding its portfolio with AI-based acoustic sensing solutions, has signed a strategic agreement for MEMS wafer technology with Gettop Acoustic, a renowned global provider of acoustic components. Under the agreement, Gettop will manufacture MEMS speakers using USound’s MEMS wafers and ASICs, achieving guaranteed production volumes and establishing a framework in sales and market development.

Cirrus Logic and GlobalFoundries Expand Strategic Investment to Advance Next-Generation Semiconductor Manufacturing in US

August 20, 2025 by Joao Martins

Cirrus Logic and GlobalFoundries Expand Strategic Investment to Advance Next-Generation Semiconductor Manufacturing in US

Cirrus Logic announced the expansion of its long-standing relationship with GlobalFoundries. The two companies have committed to joint development efforts that aim to accelerate the introduction of more efficient, powerful, and reliable chip technologies that will drive the next generation of everyday devices, from smartphones to automobiles. Those include next-generation BCD power management and Gallium Nitride (GaN) devices.

Design for Manufacturing Audio Products – Supply Chain and Manufacturing Strategies Webinar, August 27

August 18, 2025 by Joao Martins

Design for Manufacturing Audio Products – Supply Chain and Manufacturing Strategies Webinar, August 27

The Audio Product Development Alliance (APDA) is hosting a new live session focused on supply chain strategies. During this new APDA presentation, Patrik Agren, CEO of the OSM Group, will share the valuable perspective of an organization headquartered in Hong Kong, with research and development centers in Sweden, and with factories in China and the Philippines. Gain insights about manufacturing strategies, where the audio industry is headed, and the global realignment caused by US tariffs!

Ray Tubes Expands Range with Select 12AU7 and Core 12AU7 Vacuum Tubes

August 4, 2025 by Joao Martins

Ray Tubes Expands Range with Select 12AU7 and Core 12AU7 Vacuum Tubes

Ray Tubes announced new-production 12AU7 tubes in both its Core and Select Collections. With this addition, Ray Tubes is now supplying the most common vacuum tubes, including the 12AU7, 12AX7, EL34, 6SN7, KT88, and 300B, all available through its network of retail and brand partners. All products from Ray Tubes are designed and tested specifically for audio applications and come with a one-year warranty, which is a great assurance compared to the risks of buying New-Old-Stock items.

July 22, 2025 by Joao Martins

L-Acoustics Invests in European-Based Rare Earth Magnets Partnership

L-Acoustics announced a strategic investment in French-based MagREEsource, a company building the first sustainable permanent magnet factory in Europe. L-Acoustics will partner with MagREEsource for magnet recycling and rare earth manufacturing technology and has established exclusive partner rights in the professional audio industry for sustainable and sovereign, European-based neodymium magnets, critical to loudspeaker manufacturing.

Where is Vietnam Headed? APDA Promotes Supply Chain and Manufacturing Webinar, July 22

July 15, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Where is Vietnam Headed? APDA Promotes Supply Chain and Manufacturing Webinar, July 22

The Audio Product Development Alliance (APDA) is hosting a new live webinar focused on sourcing from Vietnam and the current uncertainty in global trade. During this new APDA presentation, Bruce Crompton, a veteran of Asia’s manufacturing and supply chain with over 25 years of experience spanning China and Vietnam, will provide a unique perspective about how Vietnam is evolving and the opportunities for the audio industry. What’s changing in Vietnam and where is it headed? How is Vietnam reacting to US tariffs and global realignment?

The 2025 Loudspeaker Industry Sourcebook (LIS) Edition is Now Available!

June 4, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

The 2025 Loudspeaker Industry Sourcebook (LIS) Edition is Now Available!

The 2025 edition of the Loudspeaker Industry Sourcebook (LIS), the renowned annual industry supply chain reference publication, is now available. In this issue, once again there's an updated State of the Speaker Industry report, and valuable insights from industry experts and key companies in the sector. As always, the 2025 edition offers a series of must-read Industry Features, celebrates industry milestones, and includes our traditional questions and answers with a select audio industry panel.

Audio Manufacturing and Tariff Strategies Webinar, May 6

April 30, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Audio Manufacturing and Tariff Strategies Webinar, May 6

The Audio Product Development Alliance (APDA) is hosting a new live talk to discuss the current uncertainty in global manufacturing and trade. Audio manufacturing, tariffs, challenges, and strategies to manage a business in an unprecedented and unpredictable environment are the motivation for this conversation with Ben Yeung, Executive Director and Chief Strategy Officer at Fujikon Industrial, in Hong Kong. Join the live conversation next Tuesday, May 6.

Coastal Source Appoints Ravi Raghunandan as Chief Operating Officer

March 27, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Coastal Source Appoints Ravi Raghunandan as Chief Operating Officer

Strengthening its senior leadership team during a period of rapid growth and expansion, Coastal Source, the leading manufacturer and marketer of high performance outdoor audio and lighting solutions has named Ravi Raghunandan Chief Operating Officer. Raghunandan assumes responsibility for managing and overseeing areas such as Customer Experience/Technical Support, Supply Chain, Production & Warehouse, and Human Resources.

Tariffs and Risks to Global Supply Chains Webinar, March 27

March 18, 2025 by Joao Martins

Tariffs and Risks to Global Supply Chains Webinar, March 27

The Audio and Loudspeaker Technologies International (ALTI) Association is promoting the free webinar "Using Tariffs As A Geopolitical Weapon – The Uncertainty and Risk to Global Supply Chains," presented by Rosemary Coates, Executive Director of the Reshoring Institute. Another online session of interest for the overall audio industry. Thursday, March 27, 2025 at Noon Pacific Time.

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