Luxembourg and GENEVA, Switzerland, Dec 15, 2025 – The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed €500 million to STMicroelectronics as part of a €1 billion financing program for semiconductor manufacturing in Europe.
Since 1994, the EIB has supported nine projects with ST, providing about €4.2 billion in financing. The new funding supports ST’s investment program in semiconductor technology and device investment in Italy and France, where the company runs research, development, and manufacturing. About 60% targets manufacturing sites in Catania, Agrate, and Crolles, while 40% supports R&D.
“Europe’s ability to lead in semiconductor innovation is vital for our competitiveness, resilience and climate goals. This agreement reflects the EIB’s commitment to supporting strategic industries that enable the green and digital transitions and strengthen Europe’s technological sovereignty,” said Gelsomina Vigliotti, EIB vice-president.
“ST continues to be committed to strengthening Europe’s semiconductor ecosystem, and this significant loan from EIB aims at bolstering our efforts in R&D for differentiated technologies and high-volume manufacturing across our sites in Italy and France”, said Jean-Marc Chery, president and CEO of STMicroelectronics. “ST’s longstanding collaboration with the EIB underscores our commitment to ensuring European technology leadership in the global semiconductor market.”
“Semiconductors are at the heart of modern economies, powering everything from electric vehicles to digital infrastructure. By financing ST’s investments in research and advanced manufacturing, we are helping Europe secure critical technologies and create high-skilled jobs for the future,” added EIB vice-president Ambroise Fayolle.
Source: STMicroelectronics
About STMicroelectronics
STMicroelectronics (ST) is a semiconductor company founded in 1987. It designs and manufactures microcontrollers, sensors, power devices and other analog and mixed-signal components. The company operates as an integrated device manufacturer with in-house production that supports large-volume supply for global markets. Its customers include automotive, industrial, consumer electronics and communications equipment manufacturers. ST also works with technology partners to develop components used in mobility systems, energy and power management equipment and connected devices. The company reports ongoing efforts to reduce emissions across its operations and increase the share of renewable electricity in its manufacturing sites, with a goal to reach full renewable sourcing by 2027. ST is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. It serves more than 200,000 customers worldwide and employs about 50,000 people. Its technologies support applications that require efficient power conversion, sensing, processing and connectivity. The company expands its portfolio to support automotive, industrial, consumer and connected system applications through integrated design and manufacturing.