Overall sales of PCBs for April in Germany were up 7.6% month-on-month. The sales volume was likewise significantly up by 45% compared with April 2009, according to ... 

the ZVEI PCB and Electronic Systems. The cumulative sales for the first four months of the year were also higher by 33% over the same period last year.

Although incoming orders in April were 11% lower than the previous month, the value was double that of April last year. Apart from that, the combined orders from the first four months of this year were more than double that of the same period last year, ZVEI PCB and Electronic Systems reported.

The book-to-bill ratio reached 1.24--the tenth month in a row that the value exceeded 1.0. ZVEI PCB and Electronic Systems forecasts that this will continue, in line with the growth of the industry.

About ZVEI

ZVEI, the German Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association, represents the economic, technological and environmental policy interests of the German electrical and electronics industry at the national, European and international levels. The organization provides specific information about the economic, technical and regulatory framework conditions of the electrical industry in Germany.

ZVEI promotes the development and use of innovative technologies by proposals concerning research, technological, environmental protection, educational and scientific policy. The organization also supports market-orientated European and international standards-making activities.

ZVEI's close contacts with political quarters and public administrations and the association's internal exchange of experience and views provide extensive information about the market and competition-related developments, which is tailored to the electrical and electronic industry's specific needs. Member companies use this lead in knowledge and experience to improve their international competitiveness. For more information, visit www.zvei.org.