Together we strengthen the position of the Netherlands and Europe in the global semiconductor industry.
Chips are essential to the energy transition, digitalisation, sustainable mobility, and healthcare.
The Netherlands has world-class expertise, but the landscape is complex and fragmented.
The ChipNL Competence Centre (CCCNL) connects startups, scale-ups, SMEs, knowledge institutions, investors, and government to create clarity, connection, and access to knowledge and networks.
Because only through collaboration can we build a strong and resilient semiconductor industry.
The ChipNL Competence Centre is the national semiconductor hub of the Netherlands.
We help companies, knowledge institutions, and policymakers grow by guiding them towards the right expertise, talent, and financing.
As part of the European network of Competence Centres, we increase the visibility of Dutch organisations and open doors to international markets and collaborations.
Together, we ensure that the Dutch semiconductor sector thrives and plays an essential role in Europe.
As the national semiconductor hub, we empower organizations to excel and help the sector thrive.
A strong ecosystem for innovation
The ChipNL Competence Centre is part of a powerful ecosystem in which companies, knowledge institutions, and governments collaborate.
Through CCCNL, organizations gain easier access to European Pilot Lines and the European Design Platform, and we provide insight into the infrastructure and initiatives available in the Netherlands.
This is how we help startups, scale-ups, SMEs, and research institutions to innovate, test, and scale faster within the European semiconductor sector.
Our technical focus areas
The ChipNL Competence Centre plays a key role within the European semiconductor industry. By connecting companies, knowledge institutions, and policymakers around these themes, we make knowledge and facilities accessible and accelerate innovation, in the Netherlands and across Europe.
Together with our partners, we distinguish ourselves through expertise in four essential focus areas:
Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment
Technology for chip production, such as lithography, etching, and metrology. The Netherlands is a global leader in this field with companies such as ASML and ASM.
Chip design
Designing integrated circuits for various applications, from automotive to medical technology.
Heterogeneous Integration & Packaging
Combining different semiconductor components into compact, high-performance systems for applications such as AI, 5G, and medical devices.
Photonics & Quantum Technology
Chips that use light for data processing and communication, enabling ultra-fast connections and advanced sensor technology.
Questions or collaboration? We will guide you.
Do you have an idea, initiative, or question about talent, technology, or collaboration in the semiconductor sector? The ChipNL Competence Centre can assist you and connect you with the right expertise and partners.
Together we make sure that your initiative moves forward faster.