LOWELL, MA, Feb 5, 2025 – MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. (MACOM) has announced that its France-based European semiconductor center (MESC), has been awarded a multi-year contract from Banque Publique d’Investissement (BPI) to lead the development and manufacturing of advanced semiconductor products, in collaboration with public and private sector partners. The ‘MAGENTA’ program’s goal is to develop next-gen Ka-band monolithic microwave integrated circuit (MMIC) front-end products, leveraging MESC’s existing gallium nitride (GaN) technology. A key program focus will be the development of amplifiers with power-added efficiency, an innovation that is intended to push the boundaries of high-frequency communications system performance. The products and capabilities developed under the program are intended to support telecommunication systems in the 5G-FR2 bands and low earth orbit (LEO) communication systems.
“We believe that this noteworthy award will make MESC a stronger partner and supplier to the European telecommunications and space markets,” said Stephen G. Daly, president and chief executive officer, MACOM. “The MAGENTA team will collaborate and explore new MMIC design and manufacturing techniques to improve performance of critical global communication systems. We are pleased to have French government support as we build a stronger business in France to support the European market.”
The MAGENTA program is financed by the French government within the framework of France 2030 and will be administered by BPI, the French agency for innovation and a financial institution. Under the terms of the contract, MESC will lead manufacturing of the MMICs developed by MAGENTA partners.
About MACOM
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc., founded in 1950 and headquartered in Lowell, MA, designs and manufactures semiconductor products for the telecommunications, industrial, defense, and data center industries. Their product portfolio includes analog, digital, and mixed-signal integrated circuits, multi-chip modules, diodes, amplifiers, switches, and subsystems. MACOM has achieved certification to the IATF16949 automotive standard, the ISO9001 international quality standard and the ISO14001 environmental management standard. Serving over 6,000 customers annually, MACOM’s semiconductors are used in applications such as wireless and wired networks, satellite communications, radar systems, and data centers. In fiscal year 2024, the company reported revenues of approximately $729.6 million and employed around 1,700 individuals worldwide.
About France 2030
France 2030 is a strategic investment plan by the French government, allocating €54 billion to drive innovation and bolster the nation’s economic competitiveness. The initiative focuses on accelerating the ecological switch, expanding industrial sectors, and fostering technological improvements. Key objectives include developing small, innovative nuclear reactors, promoting green hydrogen, decarbonizing industries, and supporting sustainable agriculture and transportation. The plan also emphasizes investments in health, digital technology, and space exploration. By targeting these areas, France 2030 aims to position the country as a leader in sustainable development and cutting-edge industries by the end of the decade.
Source: MACOM
