Würth Elektronik Keeps Progress Moving Forward
It’s 9:30 a.m. in Germany: The alarm has already gone off, the shower has already refreshed you, and you’ve already enjoyed your coffee before heading to work by car, bus, or e-bike. During the commute, you might have used your smartphone to listen to your favorite songs, catch up on the news, or stream a podcast. Every step of the way, modern technologies are there to make all of this possible—and ultimately keep the world of work running smoothly. Whether in the elevator, on your computer, or in the production machinery. If you take a look inside these devices, you’ll find a printed circuit board everywhere. It’s the heart of the system, ensuring that everything runs smoothly by efficiently transmitting and processing electronic signals. This makes it immediately clear even to laypeople: the demands placed on printed circuit boards are high.
Recognized as one of “Germany’s Most Innovative Companies”
After all, printed circuit boards are also at the heart of production at Würth Elektronik Circuit Board Technology, one of the major players in the European printed circuit board market. Founded in Niedernhall, Baden-Württemberg, the company is part of the family-run Würth Group. Organized into three business divisions, it manufactures and distributes printed circuit boards, electronic components, electromechanical elements, as well as complete system assemblies and intelligent power and control systems. Worldwide, the Würth Elektronik Group employs approximately 7,500 people at 22 international production sites.
Its revenue for 2024 totaled approximately 1.02 billion euros. “What goes into electronic products—the technology, the level of innovation, the quality, and the comprehensive service surrounding printed circuit boards—is extremely important. This is especially true for the customers to whom we make a brand promise through our name. Our employees are committed to this every day, drawing on their extensive expertise and personal qualities as solution providers. We combine this with a strong sense of purpose, our values, and a culture of mutual respect,” explains Daniel Klein, Managing Director of Würth Elektronik Circuit Board Technology.
Würth Elektronik ultimately expresses the high standards it sets for itself in its tagline: “More than you expect.” It’s a motto the company is committed to putting into action. For the fifth consecutive year, Würth Elektronik has been recognized in the innovation ranking by Statista and the business magazine Capital as one of “Germany’s Most Innovative Companies.” As a long-standing project and consulting partner, io congratulates the company—and looks forward to continuing the collaboration.
