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How An EMS Firm Uses Smart Acquisitions To Diversify And Thrive with C-MAC CEO Riwan Tamic

EMS@C-LEVEL · 24 Feb 2026 · 8m

What this episode covers

C-MAC CEO Riwan Tamic explains how the company used a strategic acquisition of a Polish manufacturer to diversify away from automotive dependency and enter high-reliability niches like aerospace and medical. He details the benefits of this move, including access to high-skilled engineering talent and the ability to secure complex contracts, such as radiation-resistant cabinets for CERN. Tamic also addresses the competitive pressure from Chinese EV manufacturers and EMS providers in Europe, outlining a 2026 strategy focused on integrating the acquisition before pursuing further M&A.

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C-MAC, CERN, Koh Young, Global Electronics Association
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Productronica 2025

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