# Infineon to Invest €1.1 Billion in Villach Site

October 27, 2026 at 08:22 AM

> German chipmaker Infineon plans to launch the world's first high-volume gallium nitride semiconductor production in Austria by late 2027.

German chipmaker **Infineon** has announced a major expansion at its **Villach** site in Carinthia, planning to invest approximately 1.1 billion euros by 2034. This project will establish the world's first high-volume production of gallium nitride semiconductors.

The Republic of **Austria** is supporting this facility with 319 million euros in aid, recently approved by the **European Commission** under the **EU Chips Act**. Production is scheduled to begin by late 2027, utilizing existing areas at the current Villach location.

These 300-millimeter wafer chips are critical for the future of technology, powering AI data centers, energy infrastructure, and electromobility. The expansion also targets advancements in robotics and consumer electronics to meet growing global demand.


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