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Feb 24 2025
Strengthening collaboration for semiconductor innovation The Electronic Components and Systems (ECS) Brokerage Event 2025, held on 18 and 19 February at Hotel Le Plaza in Brussels, brought together key stakeholders from the European semiconductor ecosystem.
Jan 17 2025
European Commission hosts a Ceremonial Event for the launch of Chips JU Pilot Lines The European Commission hosted a signature ceremony for the Chips JU pilot lines, marking the formalisation of the groundbreaking €3.7 billion investment from the European Union and Participating States to strengthen capacity building and innovation in Europe.
Jan 10 2025
Chips Joint Undertaking Adopts Amendment to Multiannual Work Programme 2023-2027 The Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) has adopted an amendment to its Multiannual Work Programme (MAWP) for 2023-2027, introducing significant updates to its strategic initiatives for 2025.
Dec 18 2024
APECS marks a milestone for the European semiconductor industry The Pilot Line on Advanced Packaging and Heterogeneous Integration for Electronic Components and Systems (APECS) is ready to fly.
Nov 21 2024
Dr Stefan Finkbeiner appointed as the new Chair of the Chips Joint Undertaking Governing Board Dr Stefan Finkbeiner has been elected as the new Chair of the Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) Governing Board (GB), succeeding Dipl. -Ing. Ralf Bornefeld.
Nov 07 2024
Chips JU entered negotiations to fund a Pilot Line for Advanced Photonic Integrated Circuits The Public Authorities Board (PAB) of the Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) has selected the consortium with which to start negotiations to establish a new Advanced Photonic Integrated Circuits (PIC) Pilot Line in Europe
Sep 23 2024
Calls for proposals in quantum chip technology The Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) has launched two calls for quantum chips technologies, with a total Invesment of €65 million, as part of the Chips for Europe Initiative.
Jul 17 2024
Press Release: Chips JU and Republic of Korea Initiate Groundbreaking Semiconductor Collaboration The Chips Joint Undertaking is thrilled to announce a strategic collaboration with the European Union and the Republic of Korea to advance semiconductor research, development, and innovation. This partnership aims to foster technological advancements, enhance supply chain resilience, and secure a leading position in the global semiconductor industry.
Jul 04 2024
Press Release: 120M€ of funding available to advance semiconductor technologies in Europe The Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) has launched two new calls to support semiconductor research in Europe: a call for competence centres and a coordination and support action (CSA) to Support to the European Network of Chips Competence Centres.
Jul 05 2024
Save the Date: EFECS 2024, 5-6 December 2024 - Strengthening EU Competitiveness Save the Date: EFECS 2024, 5-6 December 2024 - Strengthening EU Competitiveness
Jul 04 2024
Chips JU Call for Photonics Pilot Line Info Session Event
Jun 28 2024
Chips JU Competence Centres Information Session Event
Jun 24 2024
CEA-Leti annouced the launch of the FAMES Pilot Line CEA-Leti, a technology research institute at the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA), announced the launch of the FAMES Pilot Line, which will receive €830 million, contributed equally by the Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) and the participating states.
May 21 2024
imec will host the NanoIC pilot line Crucial role for imec in EU Chips Act
May 15 2024
Chips JU received 59 proposals for funding 59 project proposals were submitted to the Chips JU Calls
Apr 11 2024
Press Release: Chips JU concludes the selection of four new pilot lines to be implemented in Europe Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) announces the successful evaluation of the submitted innovative semiconductor pilot line proposals and has started negotiations with four consortia, aiming at signing the relevant agreements later this year. The step promises to catalyse innovation in the region and reinforce Europe's technological leadership on the global stage.
Mar 13 2024
Press release: UK joins the Chips JU Programme, strengthening tech ties with the EU Chips Joint Undertaking is delighted to announce the inclusion of the United Kingdom as a Participating State in the Chips JU programme.
Mar 08 2024
Chips Mirror Group Italy Information Day The role of Chips Mirror Group in Italy and open calls
Feb 27 2024
The future of the ECS sector: ECS Brokerage event in review The Electronic Components and Systems (ECS) Brokerage event took place on February 20 and 21, in Brussels, with the participation of 518 participants. During two days, the community had an opportunity to learn about the Chips JU Calls, the ECS SRIA, forge connections, and uncover potential partnerships within the dynamic ECS community.
Sep 22 2023
Press Release: Key Digital Technologies Joint Undertaking strengthened as Chips Joint Undertaking The European Chips Act and the amendment to the Regulation establishing the Joint Undertakings under Horizon Europe entered into force.
Feb 21 2024
€1.67 billion available for the deployment of pilot lines Chips JU has four open calls for proposals for innovative pilot lines. The application deadline is 29 February 2024.
Feb 06 2024
Press Release: Chips JU launches three new calls for proposals with a total budget of 216 M€ Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) is launching three new calls for proposals, with a total budget of 216 M€. These calls refer to the activities of the Chips JU that are not directly linked to the Chips for Europe initiative
Dec 13 2023
Chips for Europe: A landmark gathering A landmark gathering for the future of semiconductor industry in Europe
Dec 06 2023
ECS Brokerage Event 2024: Uniting Innovators in Electronic Components Brussels is set to host the ECS Brokerage Event 2024 on 20 & 21 February 2024. Organized collaboratively by industry associations AENEAS, EPoSS, and INSIDE, this event will gather over 400 stakeholders and key players in the domain