Explore every episode of the podcast Kuehne+Nagel’s Inside Semicon

Join us as we discover how silicon is revolutionising different industries such as consumer products like luxury watches. We deep-dive into how some of the most famous watch brands are now incorporating silicon into critical components to help make their watches. Our experts share insights on the latest innovations and future trends of silicon's pivotal role in shaping a sustainable and technologically advanced future. And what the supply chain demands are for Silicon and the semiconductor industry. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, industry professional, or simply curious about the materials that power our world, this episode is packed with valuable information! Hosts: John Desmond VP, key account management, Semicon & High-Tech, Global, Kuehne+Nagel Tom Mulders Key Account Manager, Semicon & High-Tech, Global, Kuehne+Nagel

In this episode John is joined by Frank Bösenberg, Managing Director of Silicon Saxony who are a Semiconductor member organization in Germany. They discuss the introduction of the EU chips act and how this is impacting nearshoring, and what Silicon Saxony are doing to help the region in this area. As well as discussing the current landscape of Semicon investment, Frank talks about resilience and the importance of collaboration between Semicon companies, member organisations, logistics providers and the government's role in supporting the industry. Host: John Desmond VP, key account management, Semicon & High-Tech, Global, Kuehne+Nagel Guest: Frank Bösenberg Managing Director, Silicon Saxony

Today, the semiconductor industry forms the backbone of our digital infrastructure and so the security of its logistics is vital. In this episode we deep-dive into the tracking solutions available for shipments in order to provide end to end visibility throughout the supply chain. Our special guest Tom Sonecki shares how advanced technology is used to detect important measures like temperature, shock control and light exposure, ensuring the safety and quality of your products. Hosts: John Desmond VP, key account management, Semicon & High-Tech, Global, Kuehne+Nagel Tom Mulders Key account manager, Semicon & High-Tech, Global, Kuehne+Nagel Guest Speaker: Tom Sonecki Global road logistics program manager, Kuehne+Nagel

The growth of the Semicon industry is coinciding with the expansion of the server industry. In order to power the increased consumer demand on how much data we consume, means the fast development of new server farms being built around the world. But they require a lot of power to run and produce high levels of heat. In today’s episode we discuss the server industry and what this means for the future of data and the environment as well as the supply chain demands for this sector. Hosts: John Desmond VP, key account management, Semicon & High-Tech, Global, Kuehne+Nagel Tom Mulders Key Account Manager, Semicon & High-Tech, Global, Kuehne+Nagel

In order to meet the ever-changing demands of Semicon, the logistics industry too has had to modernise and develop at a rapid rate in order to offer the services needed for shipping Semicon products. Semiconductor fabrication plants rely on the constant supply of highly sensitive, often oversized manufacturing equipment and fabrication tools to keep their production lines running smoothly and efficiently. A late or damaged shipment of capital tools can severely disrupt a fab’s production schedule. In this episode we talk about the special elements within a Semicon supply chain, such as; speed of delivery, security, insurance, tracking and the specialist care needed when handling these high value goods. Hosts: John Desmond VP, key account management, Semicon & High-Tech, Global, Kuehne+Nagel Tom Mulders Key Account Manager, Semicon & High-Tech, Global, Kuehne+Nagel Guest Speaker: Renata Rosa Global Sales Tender Manager, Semicon, Kuehne+Nagel

In this episode, we discuss how the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technology is impacting the Semicon industry, from the rise in the demand for Semiconductors, to how they are designed and produced. The noise about AI is everywhere right now. Every day we read how AI is changing our lives and how it will continue to do so, for years to come. We delve into how the Semicon industry is driving the development of AI and how it is impacting logistics.

The Sub-fab – the part below the clean room, has a big influence on the quality of chip production and while it has always been highly regulated, requires meticulous planning and maintenance and adherence to health and safety standards and environmental standards, it's only now getting an upgrade.

Without more fabs and the right talent, the Semicon industry will fail to achieve the exponential growth ahead. The industry faces many challenges as it begins to build new fabs in Europe and the US. And the statistics show too few STEM graduates will be available to fill the roles of professionals, currently in their 50s, who are due to retire. In this episode, John Desmond and Lars Eger, discuss the issues most at stake including nearshoring, the EU chips act and the challenges within the Semiconductor industry in terms of a qualified work force and where to find them.

The #Semiconductor industry is fast-growing, complex, and volatile. Managing its #supplychain and #logistics means juggling myriad challenges and keeping pace with constant change. John Desmond and Tom Mulders, two of Kuehne+Nagel’s experts in the #Semiconductor supply chain work relentlessly with customers to troubleshoot issues and find solutions to their challenges. In Resilience in the Semicon Supply Chain, they discuss why a resilient supply chain is fundamental to the sector’s viability and what’s needed to achieve this. Oh …and they mention cakes quite a bit too! Anyone who works in or around Semicon - or is just curious to know more - is invited to tune in.