A new industry event, aimed at connecting America's microelectronics ecosystem, has opened for delegate registrations.
Microelectronics US 2026, will take place on 22-23 April, 2026, at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, Texas. The event, designed to bring together photonics professionals alongside semiconductor and embedded systems leaders, is expecting more than 5,000 attendees, 150+ exhibitors and 130+ speakers across four content stages.
The event represents the US expansion of Microelectronics UK, which was held in September at London’s Excel, and is positioning itself as a comprehensive platform covering the full microelectronics value chain – from chip design and advanced manufacturing to packaging, photonics integration and embedded systems.
Photonics industry leaders shape event direction
Organisers have assembled a cross-sector advisory board featuring representatives from Intel, AWS, Honeywell, Nokia, MBDA, Texas State University and Cornerstone (based in the UK’s Optoelectronics Research Centre). The inclusion of photonics expertise through board members such as Dr Ekaterina Golovchenko from Nokia and Cornerstone’s Aubree Slavik, signals the event's commitment to addressing optical technologies alongside traditional semiconductor topics.
"We're building Microelectronics US as a space where the people shaping America's microelectronics future can connect, collaborate and make decisions that matter," said Michael Adeniya, Group Event Director at IQPC Exhibitions, the event organiser.
Florian Kaesen, Director of Value Chain Integration at Intel, noted the industry's current momentum: “The semiconductor industry has reached another pivot point. I'm excited to participate in this event and discuss how America can strengthen and extend its technological leadership.”
CHIPS Act alignment and Austin's growing role
The timing and location reflect the ongoing impact of the CHIPS and Science Act on US domestic manufacturing. Austin's Silicon Hills region has emerged as a key hub for chip design, manufacturing and applied research, making it a strategic choice for the event.
Dr Ariful Haque, Assistant Professor at Texas State University, emphasised the policy dimension: “This event unites leaders from policy, academia, and industry to shape the future of semiconductor technology. I'm particularly excited to contribute to discussions on global supply chains and workforce development aligned with the CHIPS and Science Act."
Programming and access
The two-day programme will include technical sessions, keynote presentations, a Start-up Launchpad, Skills Zone and networking receptions. All passes are complimentary, with three tiers available: Access All Areas for senior professionals, General Access for exhibition and content, and Student passes for emerging talent.
Registration is now open, with organisers encouraging early registration as capacity is managed across the various access levels. For more information, go microelectronicsus.com.
