Silex Microsystems returns to Swedish ownership
June 16, 2025
Pure-play MEMS foundry Silex Microsystems, is once again Swedish-owned. A consortium of Swedish investors, led by Bure Equity and Creades, has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in the company from the current main owner, Chinese Sai Microelectronics.
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Siemens expands OSAT Alliance to boost US chip supply chains
June 06, 2025
Mosaic Microsystems will use Siemens‘ EDA technologies to develop ADKs for its thin glass substrate technology, while NHanced Semiconductors will employ Siemens EDA tech to develop ADKs for their silicon interposer-based tech.
ST expands "Lab-in-Fab" initiative in Singapore
May 27, 2025
STMicroelectronics says that it is partnering with the A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics (A*STAR IME) and ULVAC, to expand its “Lab-in-Fab” (LiF) in Singapore. The focus of the collaboration is to advance piezoelectric MEMS for applications in personal electronics, medical devices, and other applications.
ClassOne, IBM Research team up to develop non-NMP solvent processing
May 26, 2025
The focus of the joint project will be to develop best known methods (BKMs) for non-NMP solvent processing in manufacturing IBM semiconductor devices.
KLA opens $138M R&D and manufacturing facility in Wales
May 26, 2025
KLA Corporation has inaugurated a new USD 138 million R&D and manufacturing facility in Newport, Wales, expanding its footprint in the UK. It will serve as the new home for KLA's SPTS division, which specialises in advanced wafer processing technologies.
Spirit acquires SMART Microsystems, expands US chip capacity
April 25, 2025
SMART Microsystems will serve as a hub for advanced research and education in materials, MEMS and advanced packaging technologies, including 2.5D and 3D integration.
ST to cut up to 2,800 jobs in major manufacturing overhaul
April 10, 2025
Semiconductor manufacturer STMicroelectronics will see up to 2,800 employees leave the company globally over the next three years as part of an overhaul of its manufacturing operations and cost structure.
Three bidders compete for BelGaN's semiconductor facility
March 13, 2025
The production site in Oudenaarde, Belgium, of bankrupt BelGaN has reportedly attracted interest from three potential buyers, with two bidders based in Asia and one in Europe.
Finland's path to strengthen its semiconductor industry
February 25, 2025
Finland has a solid plan to increase the country’s importance on the European semiconductor stage – and globally. But there are still hurdles ahead. According to Joonas Mikkilä, Senior Advisor at Technology Industries of Finland, the country must address its talent shortage to secure a leading role in the industry.
Chips from the North – Finland's semiconductor roadmap
February 14, 2025
Finland’s semiconductor industry is poised for significant expansion, driven by its deep-rooted expertise, strong research and development (R&D) ecosystem, and innovative infrastructure – But why is that?
RENEX partners Technica USA
February 04, 2025
Polish provider of advanced electronics manufacturing solutions RENEX has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with US-based distributor Technica USA.
Omnitron Sensors secures $13M+ series A funding
January 30, 2025
Omnitron Sensors, an inventor of new MEMS fabrication IP, has secured USD 13 million in Series A funding led by Corriente Advisors, LLC, with participation from longtime investor L’ATTITUDE Ventures.
Five companies control 50% of the automotive semiconductor market
January 22, 2025
The automotive industry’s impact on the global economy cannot be ignored. And currently, the automotive industry is going through a dramatic transformation – driven by electrification, autonomous driving and new mobility models.
XIVER takes over Philips' MEMS foundry
January 08, 2025
The MEMS foundry at the High Tech Campus Eindhoven, will remain in Dutch hands. The former Philips unit will continue as an independent company and will be named XIVER, following a divestment to a consortium of private investors.
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Zeiss opens semiconductor applications lab in Dresden
October 10, 2024
Zeiss has recently opened the Zeiss Microscopy semiconductor applications lab in Dresden, a new facility dedicated to addressing physical analysis challenges and pushing the limits of nanoscale analysis with the Zeiss Crossbeam focused ion beam-scanning electron microscope (FIB-SEM).
Knowles to sell its consumer MEMS microphone business
September 24, 2024
Following a strategic review, Knowles Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Consumer MEMS Microphones (CMM) business to Syntiant Corp for USD 150 million.
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HP to receive $50 million boost for semiconductor project
August 28, 2024
The US Department of Commerce says it will provide up to USD 50 million to HP Inc. to support the company's expansion and modernisation of its existing facility in Corvallis, Oregon.
Rogue Valley Microdevices bags $6.7m from US Chips Act
July 25, 2024
Florida-headquartered Rogue Valley Microdevices (RVM) has secured government support to build a pure play microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and sensor foundry facility.
Canada pledges $120m to FABrIC chip development initiative
July 09, 2024
CMC Microsystems and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) have confirmed the launch of FABrIC – a body tasked with securing the country's future in semiconductors and advanced manufacturing.
TDK launches InvenSense sensor partner programme
June 28, 2024
Renesas, Qualcomm and Ambiq Micro are among the companies that have joined TDK Corp's partner programme. The scheme gives developers access to its InvenSense sensor reference designs and SDKs.
Himax invests in thermal imaging sensor manufacturer
May 31, 2024
Image processing specialist Himax Technologies has announced a strategic investment in Obsidian Sensors to boost its presence in the automotive sector.
Rochester accelerates lifecycle support with NXP
May 22, 2024
When technology undergoes rapid advancements, managing a consistent and long-term supply chain can be a challenge. to address this issue, NXP has partnered with Rochester Electronics for continued customer support on active and obsolete devices.
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NIST orders a scia Coat 200 system from scia Systems
March 07, 2024
scia Systems GmbH, an specialist in advanced ion beam and plasma process equipment for microelectronics, MEMS, and precision optics industries, has received an order for a scia Coat 200 system from US-based National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
Sennheiser invests in Norwegian MEMS microphone
February 22, 2024
Norwegian deep-tech company sensiBel has just completed a EUR 7 million funding round with Sennheiser and existing shareholders. The funds will be used to expand production and invest in scalability.
A.M. Fitzgerald and MEMS Infinity team up on PZT MEMS
January 22, 2024
A.M. Fitzgerald & Associates and MEMS Infinity have announced a strategic and technical alliance to start producing thin film PZT piezoelectric material.
Neways acquires microsystems company Sencio
January 18, 2024
Electronics manufacturer Neways has completed the acquisition of the activities of Sencio, a microsystems company based in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, that specialises in advanced packaging for smart sensing and actuation applications.
ShunSin confirms plans for $20m Vietnam facility
December 21, 2023
ShunSin Technology, the system-in-package (SiP) subsidiary of Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), is set to open its third plant in Vietnam.
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