Category Semiconductors

Summary of New Investments and Expansion Trends in European Manufacturing

While Europe’s manufacturing sector is often portrayed as being in decline, investment activity tells a more nuanced story. In Central and Eastern Europe in particular, new projects in electric vehicles, batteries, defense, and high-value manufacturing continue to move forward. This article reviews major new investments and expansion projects announced between late 2025 and early 2026, with a focus on Hungary, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia.

Trends in Manufacturing Investment by Foreign Companies in the Czech Republic

Since 2025, the Czech Republic has witnessed a surge of foreign manufacturing investments in high-tech sectors such as electric vehicles, batteries, and semiconductors. Companies from Europe, the U.S., and Asia are building new plants and expanding capacity, backed by government incentives and the country’s central European location. These projects, ranging from multibillion-dollar semiconductor fabs to new EV battery plants, are creating thousands of jobs and reinforcing the Czech Republic’s role as a manufacturing hub in Europe.