Moldova exported £453 million worth of equipment and electronics in 2024 and is a reliable provider of high-value-added services, integrated into European and global supply chains
This is the third and final publication of the international campaign developed by the Moldovan Investment Agency in partnership with BBC StoryWorks to promote Moldova's economic transformation. The Investment Agency continues to position our country internationally using compelling, data-driven stories focused on exports, investment potential, and industry strengths. The final article in the series, "Why Connectivity Matters for Moldova's Manufacturing Sector," highlights Moldova's evolution from mass production to specialized manufacturing and high-value-added services integrated into European and global supply chains. From five consecutive FIRST Global robotics competition wins to advanced electronics, automotive wiring harness manufacturing, industrial lighting systems, and tight logistics coordination, the article demonstrates how Moldova's engineering talent, digital infrastructure, and improved transport connectivity are transforming its manufacturing industry. The article states that in 2024, Moldova exported approximately £453 million worth of machinery and electronics, including transformers, power conversion components, and, especially, automotive wiring harnesses—the specialized assemblies of cables and connectors that transmit power and signals throughout a vehicle—which must be manufactured to precise technical specifications. The article also highlights integration into the Trans-European Transport Network, border digitalization aligned with EU systems, 98% 4G coverage, and the fact that, for the first time in history, Moldova's services exports exceeded goods exports (Q2 2025). The article also features LED MARKET and VVT Group Inc., demonstrating how reliability, a systematic approach, and continuity, not just low costs, define Moldova's competitive advantage. This article concludes a BBC StoryWorks series presenting Moldova as a reliable export partner, a growing technology and manufacturing hub, and a reliable base for near-shore outsourcing and just-in-time manufacturing in Europe. // 19.02.2026 — InfoMarket.
