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STMicroelectronics
STMicroelectronics
STMicroelectronics · Public domain · source
NameSTMicroelectronics N.V.
Founded18 June 1987
FounderSGS and Thomson
Hq location cityPlan-les-Ouates, Geneva
Hq location countrySwitzerland
Key peopleJean-Marc Chery (CEO), Maurizio Tamagnini (CFO)
IndustrySemiconductors
ProductsMicrocontrollers, Microprocessors, Memory devices, Analog circuits, Sensors
Revenue▲ US$16.13 billion (2023)
Num employees51,950 (2023)
Websitewww.st.com

STMicroelectronics is a global leader in the semiconductor industry, designing, developing, and delivering a broad portfolio of integrated circuits and discrete devices. Headquartered in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, the company serves customers across a wide spectrum of electronics applications, from industrial automation and automotive electronics to personal electronics and communications equipment. Its products are foundational to enabling smarter driving, more efficient factories, and next-generation Internet of Things devices, with a strong commitment to sustainability and carbon neutrality.

History

The company was formed in 1987 through the merger of the semiconductor activities of two state-owned European firms: Italy's SGS Microelettronica (formerly Società Generale Semiconduttori) and France's Thomson Semiconducteurs, part of Thomson SA. This strategic union, initially named SGS-THOMSON Microelectronics, was championed by leaders like Pasquale Pistorio to create a European champion capable of competing with American and Japanese giants like Texas Instruments and NEC. In 1998, following the withdrawal of Thomson SA, the company was renamed and its shares were listed on the New York Stock Exchange, Euronext Paris, and Borsa Italiana. Key historical milestones include pioneering the first accelerometer for automotive airbag systems and playing a significant role in the development of Near Field Communication technology alongside NXP Semiconductors and Sony.

Products

The company's extensive portfolio is organized into two product groups: Automotive and Discrete Group, and Analog, MEMS and Sensors Group. Its automotive offerings include advanced microcontrollers based on ARM architecture, power management integrated circuits, and intelligent power modules essential for electric vehicle powertrains and advanced driver-assistance systems. For broader industrial and consumer markets, it produces a wide range of MEMS sensors, such as gyroscopes and environmental sensors, digital ASICs, and secure microcontrollers for smart card applications. The company is also a major supplier of silicon carbide and gallium nitride power semiconductors, which are critical for energy efficiency in power conversion.

Operations

With a global manufacturing and R&D footprint, the company operates advanced front-end facilities, including 300 mm wafer plants, in regions such as Crolles (France), Agrate Brianza (Italy), and Singapore. Significant back-end assembly and test operations are located in Malaysia, Morocco, Malta, and the Philippines. Major research and development centers are situated in Grenoble, Rousset, Catania, and Greater Noida, fostering close collaboration with academic partners like CEA-Leti and the Politecnico di Milano. This integrated manufacturing model, combining in-house production with strategic partnerships, ensures control over quality and supply chain resilience.

Corporate affairs

The company is incorporated in the Netherlands as an N.V. (Naamloze Vennootschap) and maintains its operational headquarters in Switzerland. Its governance includes a Supervisory Board chaired by Nicolas Dufourcq. A longstanding culture of corporate social responsibility is evident in its early adoption of environmental reporting and its commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2027. The company maintains strategic partnerships and joint ventures with industry leaders, including a longstanding flash memory collaboration with Intel (formerly Numonyx) and a recent agreement with GlobalFoundries to build a new fab in Crolles.

Technology and innovation

Renowned for its strong investment in research and development, the company holds one of the largest semiconductor patent portfolios, with thousands of patents filed annually. It is a founding member and active contributor to key industry consortia and standards bodies, such as the RISC-V International organization and the SOI Consortium. Its innovation is demonstrated in areas like FD-SOI technology for ultra-low-power applications, advanced BCD process technology for smart power ICs, and comprehensive solutions for embedded processing. The company's technology is integral to systems developed by major customers including Tesla, Apple, Bosch, and Samsung.

Category:Semiconductor companies Category:Companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange Category:Companies based in the canton of Geneva Category:Electronics companies established in 1987