ROHM launches isolated gate driver IC optimized for high-voltage GaN devices
June 27, 2025
When combined with GaN devices, this driver, BM6GD11BFJ-LB, enables stable operation under high-frequency, high-speed switching conditions, contributing to greater miniaturization and efficiency in high-current applications.
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DENSO, ROHM to establish semiconductor partnership
May 12, 2025
Going forward, both companies will integrate DENSO’s advanced system construction capabilities in the automotive sector with ROHM’s cutting-edge semiconductor technology, cultivated in the consumer market.
Mazda, ROHM use next-gen chips for automotive components
March 28, 2025
The two Japanese firms have started developing automotive components using gallium nitride (GaN) power semiconductors, which reduce power conversion losses and contribute to the miniaturization of components.
SiC power semiconductors market to reach $11.7B by 2035
March 03, 2025
Silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors have gained significant traction in high-power applications due to their superior thermal conductivity, higher breakdown voltage and energy efficiency.
Top 10 largest semiconductor suppliers in 2024
February 06, 2025
It has become a tradition that on the occasion of each Evertiq Expo we publish a Top List dedicated to a different branch of the electronics industry. On February 6, the second edition of our expo was held in Sophia Antipolis, which is recognized as the capital of France's Silicon Valley. So this time we publish the Top 10 global semiconductor suppliers - we based the list on the latest data published by Gartner.
Rohm, TSMC launch GaN partnership for EV sector
December 13, 2024
The partnership will integrate Japanese semiconductor company Rohm’s device development technology with TSMC’s GaN-on-silicon process technology.
Valeo and Rohm co-develop next-gen power electronics
November 27, 2024
Rohm Semiconductor GmbH, a group company of Rohm, will provide its 2-in-1 silicon carbide (SiC) molded module, the TRCDRIVE pack, to Valeo S.A., a Paris-based leading automotive technology company, for future powertrain solutions.
Denso and Rohm considers strategic partnership
October 16, 2024
Denso Corporation and Rohm say that the two companies have agreed to start consideration of a strategic partnership in the semiconductor field.
Denso and Rohm considering strategic partnership
October 01, 2024
Denso and Rohm have agreed to start consideration of a strategic partnership in the semiconductor field.
Rohm and UAES ink a long-term supply deal for SiC power devices
September 10, 2024
Rohm Semiconductor and United Automotive Electronic Systems Co., Ltd. (UAES), a Tier 1 automotive supplier in China, have entered into a long-term supply agreement for SiC power devices.
Japanese chip firms could invest $31 billion by 2029
July 10, 2024
Major firms such as Sony Group and Mitsubishi Electric are planning to spend USD 31 billion in CAPEX this decade to boost production of power devices and image sensors, says a Nikkei report.
ST maintains top spot in revenue ranking for SiC power devices
June 26, 2024
According to TrendForce, the SiC power devices market continued to display strong growth in 2023, driven by the use of BEVs. Roughly 91.9% of total revenue came from the top five suppliers; ST led the pack with a 32.6% market share, while Onsemi jumped from fourth place in 2022 to second place.
STMicroelectronics and ROHM extend SiC agreement
April 29, 2024
STMicroelectronics has confirmed the expansion of its multi-year, long-term 150mm silicon carbide (SiC) substrate wafers supply agreement with ROHM group's subsidiary SiCrystal.
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Five companies control the SiC power market - Evertiq expo Sophia Antipolis 2024
The global power SiC device market is forcasted to grow to about USD 9 billion by 2028, a 31% increase over 2022, according to the 2023 edition of Yole Intelligence's Power SiC Report. While automotive applications dominate the SiC market, other applications such industrial, energy, and rail are adding to its growth momentum.
Five companies control the SiC power market
January 09, 2024
The global power SiC device market is forcasted to grow to about USD 9 billion by 2028, a 31% increase over 2022, according to the 2023 edition of Yole Intelligence's Power SiC Report. While automotive applications dominate the SiC market, other applications such industrial, energy, and rail are adding to its growth momentum.
Fuji to invest $1.4bn in power semiconductor production
December 27, 2023
Fuji Electric is planning to almost double its annual spend on silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductor production over the next three years.
Private-era Toshiba targets power management chip market
December 22, 2023
Japanese electronics giant Toshiba Corporation says it is boosting production of power chips as it enters its new life in private ownership.
Rohm and Toshiba team up to boost manufacturing
December 11, 2023
Japanese electronics companies Rohm and Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation are teaming up to boost Japan's supply of power devices.
Toshiba and Rohm to manufacture power management chips
December 08, 2023
The Japanese government says it will support this joint project between domestic companies with up to 120 billion yen (USD 830 million) in subsidies.
ROHM completes acquisition of new production site
November 07, 2023
Earlier in July, Japanese semiconductor manufacturer ROHM said that it would expand its production capacity of SiC power devices by taking over Solar Frontier's Kunitomi facility, a deal that is now completed.
ROHM opens new production building in Malaysia
October 17, 2023
ROHM-Wako Electronics (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (RWEM) in Malaysia has officially opened its new production building to strengthen its analog IC production capacity and manufacturing subsidiary.
12 new 200mm volume fabs to be built by 2026
September 21, 2023
Semiconductor manufacturers worldwide are projected to increase 200mm fab capacity by 14% from 2023 through 2026, adding 12 new 200mm volume fabs (excluding EPI) as the industry reaches a record high of more than 7.7 million wafers per month (wpm), SEMI reports
Chipmaker Rohm to invest in fund that wants to buy Toshiba
July 19, 2023
Japanese chip giant Rohm Semiconductor has revealed it will spend 100 billion yen (USD 722 million) to be part of Japan Industrial Partners' (JIP) bid for for Toshiba Corp.
ROHM to acquire Solar Frontier's Japanese plant
July 14, 2023
Japanese semiconductor manufacturer ROHM is aiming to expand its production capacity of silicon carbide (SiC) power devices by taking over Solar Frontier's Kunitomi facility.
The battle for SiC – the market landscape continues to change
June 29, 2023
With increased demand from booming markets such as EVs and renewable energy, the compound semiconductor business has been thriving in recent years. As businesses fight to cement their place in the sector, M&A activity has increased.
Vitesco and ROHM sign a long-term SiC supply partnership
June 19, 2023
Vitesco Technologies says it has secured strategically important capacities in energy-efficient SiC power semiconductors through a long-term supply partnership with ROHM – worth over USD 1 billion until 2030.
ROHM’s 4th Gen SiC MOSFETs to be used in Hitachi Astemo’s inverters
January 16, 2023
Contributing to longer cruising range and smaller systems in electric vehicles both in Japan and overseas from 2025.
ROHM’s New MOSFETs: Contributing to Higher Efficiency and Safer Operation
December 19, 2022
ROHM has recently developed a compact, high efficiency 20V Nch MOSFET, RA1C030LD, optimized for switching in small, thin devices, including smartphones and wearables such as wireless earbuds and other hearable equipment.
ROHM team up with BASiC Semiconductor in new partnership
December 06, 2022
ROHM Semiconductor and Shenzhen BASiC Semiconductor have entered into a strategic partnership agreement on SiC power devices for automotive applications.
Taiwanese GaN company recieves multi-million investment
September 15, 2022
Ancora Semiconductor has raised NTD 456 million from strategic investors. The funds are expected to accelerate the fabless design company's GaN development endeavors.
Rohm SiC MOSFETs qualified for automotive use
August 05, 2022
Rohm’s latest 4th generation of SiC MOSFETs has been fully qualified in Semikron’s eMPack modules for automotive use.
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