Dutch semiconductor center gets the go-ahead

The European Commission and the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs have approved 12 million euros in funding for the ChipNL Competence Center, which aims to strengthen innovation and capabilities within the Dutch semicon industry. Part of a network of European hubs for public-private collaboration, the Dutch center focuses on supporting and connecting parts of the semiconductor value chain. Services include access to design platforms and pilot lines, a talent program and support for obtaining funding through the EU Chip Fund. The ChipNL Competence Center is a collaboration between Brainport Development, Chiptech Twente, High Tech NL, TNO, Jeppix, Imec and the regional development companies Oost NL, BOM and Innovationquarter.