“We are pleased that the European Commission has approved the Austrian state aid under the European Chip Act for the expansion of our semiconductor manufacturing in Premstätten,” said Aldo Kamper, CEO of ams-OSRAM AG. “The financing is part of ams OSRAM’s important investments in Austria in new generations of innovative microchips for medical and automotive applications. The first of its kind factory for next generation optoelectronic sensors is an important cornerstone of our growth strategy. In line with the objectives set out in the European Chips Act, it will strengthen Europe’s security of supply and technological autonomy in the field of semiconductor technologies. We are grateful for the support we have received from both the Austrian government and the European Commission.”
The new plant at the production site in Premstätten is intended to further expand the leading role of the Austrian semiconductor industry. In future, the semiconductor production facility will produce highly differentiated next-generation optoelectronic sensors that are qualified for applications in medical technology and the automotive industry. In addition, the production of products for industry or for use in consumer goods is planned. It combines outstanding technologies (CMOS, filter¹ and TSV²) and works according to a toolbox concept. Depending on the product, the various capabilities can be combined individually, as required for energy-efficient products for imaging and optoelectronics with a reduced form factor, more functions on a single component and outstanding electrical performance. The construction of the additional clean room at the Premstätten site with an area of 1,800 square meters for CMOS production will also double the filter capacity and increase the TSV capacity by a factor of four.
In view of the global situation on the semiconductor market, it is clear how important it is to invest in innovative key technologies for the future. This is why the European Commission has set itself the goal of promoting the mass production of semiconductors in Europe and increasing the global market share to 20 percent of production by 2030. In addition, new chip technologies for the next generation are to be made possible. The European Chips Act was created for this purpose. The investment by ams OSRAM will help to strengthen European sovereignty in semiconductor production and digitalization. It will also make an important contribution to the green transition.
1) Filters select incoming radiation. For example, they use the phenomenon of interference – the superimposition of light wavelengths – to transmit or reflect certain spectral ranges of electromagnetic radiation. This enables color recognition that goes beyond that of the human eye.
2) TSVs – Through Silicon Vias – are vertical electrical connections through a chip. They are essential building blocks for advanced packaging technologies for high performance, small footprint devices required in many different market segments such as consumer goods, automotive, medical, etc. Devices with TSVs are typically 30 to 70 percent smaller than conventional packaging concepts. Such a significant reduction in size is necessary to enable the implementation of sensors in Internet-of-Things applications.
About ams OSRAM
The ams OSRAM Group (SIX: AMS) is a leading global provider of innovative lighting and sensor solutions.
With more than 110 years of industry experience, we combine technical excellence and global manufacturing with a passion for breakthrough innovation. Our commitment to pushing the boundaries of lighting, visualization and sensing enables transformative advances in the automotive, industrial, medical and consumer goods industries.
“Sense the power of light” – our success is based on a deep understanding of the potential of light and our unique portfolio of emitter and sensor technologies. Around 19,700 employees worldwide focus on pioneering innovations in connection with the social megatrends of digitalization, smart living and sustainability. This is reflected in over 13,000 granted and registered patents. Headquartered in Premstätten/Graz (Austria) with a head office in Munich (Germany), the Group generated revenues of EUR 3.4 billion in 2024 and is listed as ams-OSRAM AG on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ISIN: AT0000A3EPA4).
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