Rich DePoto, Business Development Manager, Uyemura

Will you be launching new products or services in 2026?
Innovation is at the core of our culture and our portfolio of advanced solder materials. In 2026, we will continue expanding our product offerings to solve challenges our customers face—driven by demands in areas like AI, 5G/6G, and sustainability—while further advancing our Durafuse® line of mixed alloys for high-reliability solder pastes.

Have tariffs affected your business plans?
As a global corporation, we understand that change is constant. One of the most important capabilities a company can develop is the ability to anticipate change and plan for the future. Thanks to our great vendors, robust supply chains, and our multi-geographical manufacturing footprint, Indium Corporation can be nimble and adjust to change as it arises. We pay close attention to global policy changes and other emerging trends related to economies, the environment, and other key areas. This disciplined approach has enabled us to maintain a stable supply chain while continuing to innovate in anticipation of our customers' needs.

Is your company using Artificial Intelligence?
We encourage our teams in all departments to leverage available AI tools. More importantly, Indium Corporation is developing the advanced material solutions that are driving the rapid transformation of AI, providing this industry with higher reliability, more capacity, and the ability to develop broader applications.

What is the outlook for your business in 2026?
The future is bright. Indium Corporation is a trusted partner to many of the world’s leading electronics manufacturers, enabling next-generation technologies through advanced materials. In 2026, growth is being driven by demand for solutions that support AI computing, advanced packaging, and thermal management, where increasing power density and heat dissipation are critical challenges. We remain focused on advancing materials science that improves reliability and efficiency while continuing to invest in the people and culture behind that innovation.