Siemens and GF Forge AI Alliance for Chip Manufacturing
Driving a New Era of Smart Fabrication
Siemens and GlobalFoundries strengthen their collaboration to push AI deeper into semiconductor production.
They sign a new MoU to expand cooperation across automation, electrification, and digital manufacturing.
Both companies pursue faster output, higher tool availability, and stronger global supply resilience.
They deploy AI software, real-time control systems, and advanced sensing across fab operations.
Together, they aim to turn complex chip workflows into predictable and efficient production cycles.
Accelerating Automation Across the Fab
Siemens integrates its automation portfolio directly into GF’s production environments.
The company offers design tools, PLM platforms, and full fab automation solutions.
GF uses these tools to enhance quality, boost throughput, and shorten development cycles.
Both organisations plan to pilot new solutions within their own facilities.
They intend to bring proven models to wider industrial segments.
Strengthening Global Semiconductor Supply Chains
Siemens highlights the strategic role of resilient chip ecosystems.
Cedrik Neike stresses that modern industries rely on secure and reliable silicon supply.
He emphasises the growing demand for chips powering robotics, AI, and advanced connectivity.
Siemens aims to support localised chip production through integrated automation.
The partnership targets stronger supply security and faster industrial adoption.
GF Expands Its High-Performance Capabilities
GF contributes advanced process technologies and deep foundry experience.
Its MIPS subsidiary strengthens the partnership with RISC-V processor expertise.
The company focuses on chips for AI hardware, autonomous platforms, and energy systems.
GF’s global footprint includes major fabs in the US, Asia, and Europe.
Its Dresden fab remains Europe’s largest semiconductor facility.
Pushing AI Hardware Innovation Forward
GF CEO Tim Breen underscores the urgency of secure chip production.
He notes the rising demand for intelligent devices across global markets.
GF sees AI as the catalyst for new silicon architectures and energy-efficient designs.
The company aims to accelerate chip innovation with Siemens’ digital tools.
Their joint work supports next-generation compute, sensing, and connectivity platforms.
Expanding the Technology Roadmap
In late 2025, GF formed a separate partnership with Navitas Semiconductor.
That agreement focuses on co-developing GaN technologies for high-power markets.
Both companies target datacenters, HPC, grid systems, and industrial electrification.
The deal strengthens US GaN supply and supports broader decarbonisation goals.
This strategy aligns with GF’s long-term focus on advanced materials and power efficiency.