- In October 2023, Navitas Semiconductor unveiled GaNSafe™, the world’s most secure Gallium Nitride (GaN) power semiconductor, at the China Power Supply Society Conference (CPSSC 2023). This next-generation GaN platform enhances safety and efficiency for applications in electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy, and consumer electronics. GaNSafe™ integrates high-speed short-circuit protection, electrostatic discharge (ESD) shielding, and programmable turn-on/off features, ensuring robust performance in high-power environments. The launch reinforces Navitas’ leadership in the high-performance power semiconductor market
- In March 2023, Infineon Technologies AG completed its $830 million acquisition of GaN Systems Inc., a Canadian leader in GaN technology. This strategic move strengthens Infineon’s GaN portfolio, enhancing its capabilities in automotive, industrial, and renewable energy applications. The acquisition accelerates innovation in high-efficiency power solutions, reinforcing Infineon’s global leadership in power systems. GaN Systems brings over 200 employees and a broad portfolio of GaN-based power conversion solutions, expanding Infineon’s market reach
- In June 2023, Qorvo, Inc. introduced the QPB3810, a GaN-based power amplifier module designed for 5G massive MIMO (mMIMO) applications. This 48V, 8-watt amplifier covers the 3.4–3.8 GHz band, integrating bias control to optimize efficiency and performance in high-speed, high-capacity wireless communication systems. The factory-programmed bias controller ensures temperature-adjusted optimization, supporting fast TDD switching. The launch reinforces Qorvo’s leadership in 5G infrastructure solutions
- In March 2023, Infineon Technologies AG announced its $830 million acquisition of GaN Systems Inc., a Canadian leader in GaN technology. This strategic move strengthens Infineon’s GaN portfolio, reinforcing its global leadership in power systems. GaN Systems, headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, brings over 200 employees and a broad portfolio of GaN-based power conversion solutions. The acquisition accelerates innovation in high-efficiency power solutions, supporting applications in mobile charging, data centers, residential solar inverters, and electric vehicles
- In April 2022, ROHM Semiconductor and Delta Electronics entered a strategic partnership to develop and mass-produce GaN-based power devices. This collaboration combines Delta’s expertise in power supply technology with ROHM’s advanced semiconductor manufacturing, enabling the creation of 600V GaN power devices optimized for power supply systems. ROHM had already established a mass-production system for 150V GaN HEMTs, expanding its EcoGaN™ lineup for IoT communication and industrial applications. The initiative reinforces both companies’ commitment to high-performance power solutions and global market expansion
