This report reviews highlights and developments during the first trading quarter of 2025 and the trends that are driving technology development for VITA technology boards and systems.

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The U.S. administration has, as expected, expanded its use of tariffs and the impact on the defense industry supply chain is beginning to concern contractors.

As the political fall-out over tariffs and halting military support for Ukraine threatens to weaken relations between the U.S. and European allies, significant increases in European defense spending have been announced. Whether this budget will be spent on European-made rather than U.S.-made equipment depends to a great extent on political developments.

Meanwhile full-year 2024 results for VITA-standard suppliers who publish financial reports continue the strong growth trend achieved to date in 2024 with an average of 14% annual growth compared to 2023. New VPX and chassis products have been announced in the quarter as well as the announcement of contract wins and new partnerships.