Driving Quantum Photonic Innovation: CSconnected Partners in Action! Recent breakthroughs in scaling up quantum photonic components, achieved through the QFoundry project, are transforming the landscape for quantum technologies. These advancements are enabling system-level innovations for applications like atomic clocks, lidar, and quantum communication. The QFoundry project, part-funded by UKRI’s Quantum Technologies Challenge, highlights collaboration across industry and academia. Five CSconnected partners- IQE, Microchip Technology Inc., Compound Semiconductor Applications (CSA) Catapult, Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd, and Compound Semiconductor Centre Limited - have played a pivotal role in addressing challenges in the manufacturability of quantum photonic components. Key Achievements: 🔹 A threefold improvement in yield for quantum VCSELs, thanks to enhanced semiconductor material uniformity and refined fabrication processes. 🔹 Reduction of 60% in R&D costs and time, accelerating quantum system readiness. 🔹 Development of robust supply chains and advanced packaging solutions, ensuring scalability for quantum technologies. These efforts underscore the compound semiconductor cluster’s position as a global leader in delivering enabling technologies for the next wave of quantum innovation. Read the full article from Compound Semiconductor Magazine & CS International Conference here: https://lnkd.in/eAUDRVyP #QuantumInnovation #CompoundSemiconductors #CSConnected #QFoundry #Collaboration #Quantum
About us
Wales is home to CSconnected, the world’s first global centre of excellence for Compound Semiconductor technologies, a unique eco-system of advanced technology capabilities leading the way in applied research, collaborative innovation and world-class volume production facilities. CSconnected is playing a key role in positioning Wales and the UK at the forefront of bringing new and emerging technology applications to global markets.
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- Semiconductor Manufacturing
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- 2-10 employees
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Employees at CSconnected
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Wyn Meredith
Commercial Director, Compound Semiconductors
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Drew Nelson, OBE
FREng, FLSW, FInstP, DSc, PhD | Founder & ex President, CEO and NED at IQE | Chairman APPG Advisory Board | Serial Entrepreneur | Angel Lead Investor…
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Camille Colombier
Marketing Manager at CSconnected
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Hazel Hung
Business Development Manager - CSconnected
Updates
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💡The UK’s Opportunity in Compound Semiconductors A new report from Policy Exchange highlights an important opportunity for the UK in the global #semiconductor race. While we lack a broad-based semiconductor manufacturer like Europe’s Infineon or NXP, the UK has world-class expertise in Compound Semiconductors (CS), a critical technology for the future. From electric vehicles and 6G networks to AI, quantum technologies, and autonomous vehicles, CS technologies are at the heart of some of the most transformative #industries. The report, authored by Sir Geoffrey Owen, suggests that the UK should focus on building its leadership in this area. One key recommendation is the creation of an open-access compound semiconductor foundry, a facility that could enable collaboration, innovation, and scale across the industry. This recommendation is backed by experts, including: • Ruth Jones MP, Chair of the APPG for semiconductors, who calls it “transformative for the future of the industry.” • Professor Wyn Meredith, Chair of CSconnected, who highlights the critical role of CS technologies in delivering the UK’s #IndustrialStrategy. 👉 Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gtCVuvjM
New Policy Exchange paper highlights the importance of Compound Semiconductors to UK Industrial strategy | CSconnected
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Join us for the first Pathways into Tech: CSconnected Career Session! 📅 Date: Monday 2nd December ⏰ Time: 5:30 - 6:15 PM GMT 📍 Location: Online We’re thrilled to launch a new series of CSconnected Careers Sessions, where experts from CSconnected, the world’s first compound semiconductor cluster, share their journeys, insights, and career advice with students and staff across South Wales. For our inaugural event, we’re excited to welcome Prof. Owen Guy, Head of Chemistry at Swansea University, as our guest speaker. Professor Guy will provide invaluable insights into the semiconductor industry and his career path. 💡 Whether you're a student looking to explore career opportunities or a professional keen to learn more about the opportunities in the compound semiconductor industry, this is an event not to be missed! 📌 Event Highlights: - 45 minute session featuring an industry expert - Insights into the growing compound semiconductor sector - Career advice and networking opportunities 👉 Sign up today to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/er4CVU8S #CompoundSemiconductors #CSconnected #IndustryEvening #STEM #Innovation #Careers #Networking #STEMCareers
Pathways into Tech: CSconnected Career Sessions
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We are proud to have represented CSconnected yesterday at the 'Shaping Wales’ International Agenda' event, hosted by Eluned Morgan, the First Minister of Wales. Chris Meadows, CSconnected Director, joined representatives from numerous embassies and consulates to highlight the global impact of Wales’ cutting-edge technology sectors, including the innovative work in compound semiconductors taking place in South Wales. As the world’s first compound semiconductor cluster, CSconnected is leading the way in innovation, collaboration, and growth. 📈 Pictured with Chris is Avril Lewis, MBE, Managing Director of Technology Connected #Wales #SouthWales #CompoundSemiconductor #Semiconductor #SemiconductorCluster #WelshTech
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CSconnected is at the UK Quantum Technologies Showcase today! Come meet our team at booth #30 and discover how compound semiconductors are driving the development of quantum technologies. Our team are here to discuss the unique capabilities of the South Wales cluster and explore opportunities in this rapidly evolving sector. 👥 On the booth today: - Hazel Hung – Business Development Manager - Chris Meadows – Director - Howard Rupprecht – Director Hosted by Innovate UK, EPSRC, and the UK National Quantum Technologies Programme, the UK National Quantum Technologies Showcase gathers leading innovators and industry experts to discuss ground-breaking advancements and cross-sector collaboration in quantum technology. 📍 Event Details: - Date: 8th November 2024 - Location: Business Design Centre, London #CSconnected #QuantumTechnologies #CompoundSemiconductors #Innovation #UKNQTP #QuantumShowcase2024 #SouthWalesCluster #UKInnovation
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Looking to upskill or re-skill in the Compound Semiconductor sector? Through Cardiff and Vale College, and delivered by Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd, a suite of free, online and blended courses is now available, designed for anyone seeking to expand their knowledge in the fast-growing Compound Semiconductor industry. 🌐 Whether you’re already working in semiconductors and looking to deepen your expertise, or interested in re-skilling to enter this dynamic field, these courses offer flexible learning options that can fit around your life commitments. They’re also ideal for teachers, lecturers, and recent graduates wanting to support or join this thriving industry! Funded by the Cardiff Capital Region and the UK Government Prosperity Fund, this program supports the critical growth of technologies like 5G, driverless cars, IoT, AI, and aligns with sustainability and the net zero agenda. 🌍 📋 Available courses: - Cleanroom Protocols (L3 Part Time) - Online - Introduction to Compound Semiconductor Electronics (L3 Part Time) - Online - Introduction to Compound Semiconductor Photonics (L3 Part Time) - Online For course dates and enrollment information, visit Cardiff and Vale College's website: https://lnkd.in/eQwCvMpY #Semiconductors #Education #Upskill #Reskill #CompoundSemiconductors #CardiffUniversity #CardiffAndValeCollege #CareerDevelopment #NetZero #Innovation #AI #Technology
Compound Semiconductor Online and Blended courses
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Congratulations to our partners at Swansea University for winning the Best Student Poster Award at ICSCRM 2024 in Raleigh, North Carolina! 🎉 Ben Jones from Swansea University took home this prestigious award for his poster titled "SiC Plasma Dicing for Future High Yield Die Singulation." This recognition highlights the incredible research talent within the South Wales semiconductor cluster and the exciting developments in Silicon Carbide (SiC) technology. We're thrilled to see the innovation and expertise coming from our region making waves internationally. Well done, Ben and Swansea University! 👏 #CompoundSemiconductors #SiliconCarbide #ICSCRM2024 #Innovation #SouthWales #ResearchExcellence #Engineering #SwanseaUniversity
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Whether you're a business owner, decision-maker, or simply passionate about the future of manufacturing, you’re invited to an upcoming event by University of South Wales, designed to provide crucial insights and practical takeaways that will help you stimulate new thinking around business growth and innovation in this evolving sector. 📈 Join us to hear from CSconnected Director Chris Meadows and other industry experts who will be discussing the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges shaping the future of manufacturing. With invaluable keynote speeches, inspiring case studies, and a dynamic panel Q&A session, this event aims to provide you with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in the evolving landscape. 🚀 🎟 Tickets are limited! Book yours here: https://lnkd.in/eizwCjHj This event is part of a series of events organised as part of the Cardiff Capital Region Academic-Industry Partnerships Programme, designed to help high-potential businesses unlock ambitious new growth and development opportunities. To learn more about the events in this series and to secure your spot, please visit the links below: • Funding & Support for Business – 6th November: https://lnkd.in/eByK6q3r • Manufacturing the Future – 19th November: https://lnkd.in/eizwCjHj • Technology for Good – 28th November: https://lnkd.in/eD2cSpwP • Digital & Data Evolution – 4th December: https://lnkd.in/efVawCwS • A Creative Capital – 23rd January: https://lnkd.in/eMtNy8AV USW Exchange #BusinessDevelopment #BusinessFunding #Growth #Innovation #SouthWales #Manufacturing #Data #Tech
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We are thrilled to announce that we will be exhibiting at this year’s UK National Quantum Technologies Showcase on 8th November in London! Come meet our team and discover how compound semiconductors are enabling the development and commercialisation of quantum technologies. They will be on hand at our stand to discuss the South Wales cluster capabilities & opportunities in this sector ⤵ Hazel Hung, Business Development Manager Chris Meadows, Director Howard Rupprecht, Director Wyn Meredith, Chair Innovate UK, in collaboration with the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and UK National Quantum Technologies Programme (UKNQTP) will be hosting this year’s UK National Quantum Technologies Showcase. The showcase brings together leaders and visionaries in quantum technology to explore cutting-edge solutions and foster collaboration across industries. Whether you’re in research, academia, or business, we look forward to connecting and discussing the future of quantum technologies with you! Event Details: Date: 8th November 2024 Location: Business Design Centre, London Register here: https://lnkd.in/eXSeBZDF #Quantum #QuantumShowcase2024 #UKQuantumTech #Innovation #CompoundSemiconductors #Networking https://lnkd.in/ePdNtWbu
Innovate UK, in collaboration with the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and UK National Quantum Technologies Programme (UKNQTP) will host this year’s UK National Quantum Technologies Showcase on Friday 8th November in London. The showcase is open to anyone with a vested interest in the UK quantum technology sector, including industry professionals, businesses, academics, government representatives and investors. We also welcome professionals across other sectors that wish to learn about how quantum technologies can help revolutionise their area. Read more and register for free 👇 #QuantumShowcase2024
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Well done to our partners at Compound Semiconductor Applications (CSA) Catapult for hosting a fantastic careers forum aimed at inspiring the next generation of engineers! 👏 At CSconnected, we’re proud to see the ecosystem coming together to showcase the exciting technologies and career opportunities within the South Wales semiconductor cluster. It's inspiring to see key players like IQE, KLA, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. and Microchip Technology Inc. highlighting the skills and pathways essential for a future in electronics. CSconnected SIPF is a 55-month project with a total value of £43 million, supported by £25 million of government funding provided through UK Research and Innovation’s flagship Strength in Places Fund #STEM #Skills #Electronics #SouthWales #Engineering #Careers #StrengthInPlacesFund #SIPF
👩🔬 Today, we were delighted to welcome students to CSA Catapult to attend a careers forum to learn about technologies developed by CSconnected, and the range of career opportunities available to them. Speakers at the career forum included IQE, KLA, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. and Microchip Technology Inc. Each speaker highlighted the skills they look for when recruiting, as well as pathways into engineering. ⚡️ The forum was organised as part of the 'Spark their imagination; power their future' project and is just one of a series of activities highlighting careers in electronics. The project is funded by Innovate UK and delivered by CSA Catapult and the UK Electronics Skills Foundation (UKESF). Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/gBw-FNCM #STEM #Skills #Electronics #SouthWales #Engineering #Careers