With Janssen Pharmaceutica N.V. from Belgium the OE-A (Organic and Printed Electronics Association) has just welcomed its newest member. The association now represents 200 companies and institutions from 31 countries around the world.
The UK based Eight19 Limited, a developer and manufacturer of third generation solar cells based on printed plastic today announced the launch of Azuri Technologies Limited to develop its Indigo ‘pay-as-you-go’ solar technology for off-grid markets. Eight19 will concentrate on development of its printed plastic solar technology and Azuri will focus on expanding the Indigo product family and market reach.
PragmatIC Printing Ltd, a pioneer in imprinted logic circuits headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom,, and ITW Foils and Thermal Films Group today announced a licensing agreement enabling ITW to develop and sell novel printed electronics solutions incorporating PragmatIC’s technology.
Konarka Technologies, Inc., a leading developer of thin-film solar panels based in the USA, has filed for bankruptcy protection under chapter 7 of the Federal bankruptcy laws. Under chapter 7 proceedings, the company’s operations cease and a trustee is tasked with liquidating the company’s assets for the benefit of creditors.
The Japanese companies Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation and Pioneer Corporation recently announced the successful development of organic light emitting diode (OLED) elements using a wet coating process. Both companies have agreed to set up a testing facility with the aim to reach mass production.