What has happened since China cut the export tax rebate?
December last year, China implemented a significant change to its export rebate system. Since 1 Dec 2024, they removed the export tax rebate for aluminum and copper, a significant shift in global trade dynamics. This means that most aluminum and copper products no longer have a tax rebate when exported out of China. Aluminum and copper […]
Chinese New Year – plan, place and prioritise!
Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is one of the most significant cultural celebrations in China. This festive period, filled with family reunions and traditional customs, has a substantial impact on various industries, including the PCB production. The Chinese New Year holiday in 2025, is from January 28h to February 4th. As […]
ISO/IEC 27001- Critical Focus Areas for the PCB Supply Chain
In the PCB supply chain, where data sensitivity is paramount, ISO/IEC 27001 certification is a critical enabler of trust and operational integrity. ISO/IEC 27001 provides a comprehensive framework to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve an Information Security Management System (ISMS). The 2022 revision organizes 93 controls under four main domains: Organizational, People, Physical, and […]
Confidee Joins Newly Founded Space Denmark
The Danish Space Sector has been blooming the last years, increasing in both development and production. We are proud to be a trusted partner for several Danish aerospace and defense companies, contributing with our expertise within printed circuit boards. “Joining Space Denmark is a natural progression for us as we deepen our commitment to supporting […]
Confidee achieves ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Certification
We are proud to announce that Confidee has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, underscoring our unwavering commitment to information security and compliance. This milestone reflects our dedication to safeguarding data and delivering compliant PCBs that meet the highest industry standards. “At Confidee, we recognize the responsibility that comes with our role as a PCB partner. This […]
Euronaval – delving into critical topics and strategies
Torger Edland, Sales Manager Confidee Norway, present at the event, says, “The interest at Euronaval is immense, drawing attention from all corners of the world. For a sea nation like Norway, renowned for its maritime expertise, it is vital to contribute to these conversations and lead by example in maritime and supply chain security.” Supply […]
Engineering Queries – Bane of your life or must have?
They are present on 99% of orders and depending on the content of the questions in the worst cases, can add lead time or cancellations, if not resolved in timely manner. We strive to improve tooling time and help meet delivery dates by advising our suggestions in EQ documents and using the customer feedback, to […]
“Shortcuts never pay off”
“Regulations serve as a crucial safeguard, governing the development and deployment of military products. We urge our customers to question the supply chain and the security of their data. If you are only chasing the “lowest price”, you might end up with counterfeit or non-compliant products”, Hajslund continues. It is vital to conduct an Integrity […]
Exploring Opportunities in the Italian Drone Industry
Once focused mainly on defense, the Italian drone industry is now rapidly growing, with more emphasis on civilian applications. Our Sales Manager Andrea Queirolo attended last week’s DroneItaly and was impressed with the level of innovation, collaboration and advanced designs. “As the global drone market continues to expand, Italy has emerged as an important player […]
AS9120 Certification Strengthens the Defense Supply Chains
“The AS9120 Certification places a strong emphasis on the control of externally provided processes, products and services. Thus, also the prevention of counterfeit, suspected unapproved parts in the supply chain, or unapproved changes of manufacturer. A chronic threat, the industry must proactively address and mitigate”, says COO Raymond Goh at Confidee. The AS9120 certification is […]