STMicroelectronics

STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor company that is known for creating and delivering innovative technology in the form of microchips or chips. These chips are a crucial part of various products that range from electric cars and key fobs to washing machines and smartphones.

Headquartered in Plan-les-Ouates near Geneva, Switzerland, STMicroelectronics has its origins in the merger of two government-owned semiconductor companies in 1987: Thomson Semiconducteurs of France and SGS Microelettronica of Italy. Since then, ST has grown to become the largest European semiconductor contract manufacturing and design company.

Unlike fabless semiconductor companies that outsource their manufacturing, STMicroelectronics owns and operates its own semiconductor wafer fabs. In 2006, the company has five 8-inch (200 mm) wafer fabs and one 12-inch (300 mm) wafer fab as well as back-end plants, where silicon dies are assembled and bonded into plastic or ceramic packages.

STMicroelectronics serves customers globally with technology that makes a positive impact on people's lives. The company's chips are embedded in products that are at the forefront of technological advancements, such as giant factory machines and data centers and are also found in everyday items like toothbrushes. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, STMicroelectronics continues to be a leader in the semiconductor industry.

Founded: 1987

Headquarters: Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, Switzerland

Website: https://www.st.com/content/st_com/en.html