Dutch justice orders an investigation into Nexperia's governance

The Netherlands Enterprise Chamber has stated there are valid reasons to doubt the proper management of semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia under its previous governance structure, the company said on February 11. This decision follows a public hearing on January 14, 2026, and concerns both Nexperia's former management and measures taken by its parent company, Wingtech Technology, since October 2025. Consequently, the Chamber has ordered an investigation expected to last several months. Nexperia stated it welcomes and respects this decision and will fully cooperate with the court-ordered inquiry. Measures imposed by the Chamber in October 2025, including the suspension of Wingtech's leader Zhang Xuezheng and independent administration of voting rights for Nexperia shares indirectly held by Wingtech, remain in effect. Nexperia's current management structure is unchanged, led by interim CEO Stefan Tilger and others, alongside a court-appointed non-executive director. Despite ongoing proceedings, Nexperia says its underlying business remains "healthy and resilient," with its immediate priority being to stabilize its supply chain and meet global customer demand, which it states aligns with the Chamber's decision. This occurs amid ongoing scrutiny of Nexperia's ownership and governance, within a climate of geopolitical challenges and supply chain tensions related to its Chinese parent company