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SEMICON West 2026 Returns to San Francisco 

From Oct. 13-15, SEMI’s flagship expo will spotlight key innovations and market drivers in the Semiconductor industry.

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By: Rachel Klemovitch

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SEMI announced this year’s SEMICON West will be held October 13-15 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. 

Returning to the Bay Area after a successful inaugural event in Phoenix last year, this flagship exposition brings together global leaders from across the microelectronics industry to address critical industry priorities. 

“As the semiconductor industry reaches the $1 trillion milestone for annual revenue this year, SEMICON West 2026 will bring the global ecosystem together at a defining moment for our industry,” said Joe Stockunas, President of SEMI Americas. “Under the theme Transform Tomorrow, the event will spotlight next-generation technologies, advance industry initiatives, and foster strategic engagements needed to help sustain long-term growth. With AI driving unprecedented demand and innovation across the value chain, we are seeing strong registrations and enthusiasm for this year’s event.”

What to Expect

  • CEO Summit Keynotes: Industry expert and government leader presentations offering insights into global trends and challenges reshaping the semiconductor ecosystem.
  • Focused Forums: Sessions on Design, Cybersecurity, Smart Manufacturing, Smart Mobility, and Sustainability.
  • Technical Tracks: The Test Vision Symposium, Advanced Packaging and Heterogeneous Integration Summit, and additional tracks covering critical areas of microelectronics innovation.
  • Future Technology Sessions: Outlooks for the Future of AI Computing, Quantum Computing, NextGen Photonics, Flexible Hybrid Electronics, and Smart MedTech.
  • Supply Chain Sessions: Insights on strengthening global semiconductor supply chains and strategies for building long-term resilience.
  • SEMI Market Symposium and the Bulls and Bears Panel: Expert analysis and forecasts on market dynamics.
  • SEMI Workforce Development Pavilion: A dedicated space connecting job seekers with employers, featuring industry speakers, workforce initiatives, and strategies to strengthen the semiconductor industry talent pipeline. 
  • SEMI U: Tailored semiconductor training courses to advance attendees’ knowledge and skills.
  • SEMICON WestFest: An Oktoberfest-style celebration with live music, Bavarian bites, and interactive experiences to bring attendees together.
  • Networking Receptions: Ample opportunities to continue conversations, strengthen relationships, and forge new connections long after the show floor closes each day.

Registration is open, with early-bird rates ending June 26.

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