Lithuanian Chips Competence Centre

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The project aims to establish and operate a Chips Competence Centre on advanced semiconductor technologies in Lithuania, providing a one-stop shop to support innovation and growth in Lithuania's semiconductor industry. ChipsC2-LT consolidates expertise from key research and higher education institutions in the country, including FTMC, Vilnius University, Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, and Kaunas University of Technology. ChipsC2-LT specialises in chip design, heterogeneous integration, power electronics, and photonic integrated circuits to address the needs of local industry involved in e-mobility, security and communication sectors. The ChipsC2-LT Centre aims to strengthen the Lithuanian semiconductor and electronics industry capabilities and skill base and contribute to Europe's strategic autonomy in this critical industry by providing comprehensive support services including: 1) Access to advanced design tools, prototyping facilities, and testing infrastructure; 2) Training and skills development programs to address the semiconductor talent gap; 3) Technology transfer and commercialisation support for startups and SMEs; 4) Networking and ecosystem building to connect Lithuanian companies to European semiconductor initiatives; 5) Guidance on accessing funding through the EU Chips Fund and other mechanisms. By leveraging Lithuania's existing strengths in areas like laser and THz technologies and photonics while developing new capabilities aligned with EU priorities, ChipsC2-LT will play a key role in positioning Lithuania as an emerging hub for semiconductor innovation in Europe.