Cirrus Logic expands GlobalFoundries partnership for US chip manufacturing

Cirrus Logic Inc. (NASDAQ: CRUS) announced an expansion of its partnership with GlobalFoundries Inc. (NASDAQ: GFS) to develop next-generation semiconductor manufacturing capabilities in the United States.

The companies are advancing development of BCD (Bipolar-CMOS-DMOS) process technology, which combines different functions on a single chip to improve power efficiency and reduce size. This technology will be manufactured at GlobalFoundries' facility in Malta, New York, providing a US-based manufacturing option alongside existing facilities in Singapore and Germany.

The partnership also includes collaboration on Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology at GlobalFoundries' Essex Junction, Vermont facility. The GaN-on-silicon platform offers high-power density and voltage handling capabilities for consumer and industrial applications.

"We are excited to deepen our long-standing relationship with GlobalFoundries and help accelerate cutting-edge mixed-signal chip manufacturing to the U.S.," said John Forsyth, Cirrus Logic President and CEO. "This collaboration expands the technology leadership of both companies, strengthens the U.S. semiconductor supply chain and reinforces our shared commitment to innovation and customer success."

Tim Breen, CEO of GlobalFoundries, said the partnership demonstrates "the importance of resilient, geographically diverse supply chains for our industry."

Cirrus Logic, headquartered in Austin, Texas, provides audio and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions. GlobalFoundries operates manufacturing facilities across the US, Europe, and Asia, serving automotive, mobile device, and communications infrastructure markets.

The information is based on a press release from Cirrus Logic.

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