MALTA, NY and AUSTIN, TX, Nov 3, 2025 – GlobalFoundries and Silicon Labs are expanding their partnership to boost the development of wireless technologies and strengthen U.S. semiconductor manufacturing. The collaboration will accelerate the design and production of wireless solutions at GF’s facility in Malta, NY. The companies will combine design and manufacturing strengths to meet demand for low-power chips used in industrial devices.
Silicon Labs wireless system-on-chips (SoCs) will be manufactured on GF’s 40nm ultra-low power platform, introduced at GF’s global technology summit in silicon valley. The 40ULP-ESF3 platform builds on GF’s 40-nm platform and includes embedded SuperFlash technology. It combines ultra-low standby power, durable memory, and integrated analog functions. The platform is designed for secure, battery-powered IoT devices that require continuous operation, data protection, and energy efficiency.
“We’re excited to deepen our strong partnership with GlobalFoundries to accelerate U.S.-based innovation in wireless connectivity,” said Matt Johnson, president and CEO, Silicon Labs. “This collaboration underscores our shared commitment to innovation and U.S. manufacturing leadership – addressing rising demand for our Series 2 products and strengthening global supply chain resilience to deliver competitive, secure and scalable wireless solutions for our customers.”
“Today’s announcement marks a significant milestone in our partnership with Silicon Labs, as we work together to deliver secure, reliable wireless connectivity and power-efficient solutions for the next generation of smart consumer and industrial devices,” said Tim Breen, CEO of GlobalFoundries. “Bringing this differentiated low power technology to our New York fab expands our ability to deliver power-efficient, essential chips and underscores our commitment to secure, onshore semiconductor manufacturing.”
The partnership addresses the demand across consumer and industrial IoT applications for wireless connectivity and supports U.S. semiconductor leadership and supply chain diversification.
Development is ongoing, with production ramping over the next several years.
Source: GlobalFoundries
About GF
GlobalFoundries is a leading semiconductor foundry that provides advanced manufacturing services for integrated circuits. It offers a range of technologies, including CMOS, RF, embedded memory, silicon photonics, and FinFET, catering to automotive, communications, defense, data center, industrial, and consumer electronics applications. Founded in 2009 after being spun off from AMD, GlobalFoundries has over a decade of experience delivering tailored semiconductor solutions. The company supports fabless chipmakers with design enablement, IP services, and process technologies to accelerate innovation and meet global demand. Headquartered in Malta, New York, it operates manufacturing sites in the U.S., Germany, and Singapore. As of 2023, GlobalFoundries reported an annual revenue of approximately $7.4 billion and continues to play a critical role in global supply chains. The company focuses on unique technologies designed to meet the needs of growing markets. It supports new digital applications that require energy efficiency and dependable performance.
About Silicon Labs
Silicon Laboratories Inc. (Silicon Labs) designs and supplies wireless system-on-chips, microcontrollers, and embedded software for the Internet of Things, smart home, industrial, commercial, and connected health markets. Founded in 1996, the company has been in operation for nearly three decades. Headquartered in Austin, TX, it serves a global network of device manufacturers and developers. In 2024, Silicon Labs reported annual revenue of about $584M.