Semiconductor Tech Firm IceMOS Technology One of Only Ten Exceptional Exporters Honoured in UK Government’s Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards
April 23 2024 - 3:00AM
Semiconductor Tech Firm IceMOS Technology One of Only Ten
Exceptional Exporters Honoured in UK Government’s Made in the UK,
Sold to the World Awards
Semiconductor technology firm, IceMOS Technology Corporation today
announced it is among the 2024 winners of the Department for
Business and Trade’s (DBT) Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards
announced today.
Now in its second year, the awards celebrate the international
sales success of small and medium businesses across the UK and
provide a stepping stone for further growth and opportunity.
Recognized in the Advanced Manufacturing & Construction
category, IceMOS Technology is a privately held semiconductor
technology corporation and manufacturer of a new class of
MEMS-based (microelectromechanical systems-based) power and sensing
advanced semiconductor technologies. The proven technology serves
wide-ranging applications anywhere that power efficiency and
sensing matters. The company has a manufacturing centre of
excellence located in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
With 99% of the IceMOS business exported outside of the British
Isles, IceMOS Technology has significantly expanded its customer
base by accessing international markets, resulting in growth of
sales and revenue. The decision to venture beyond domestic borders
has provided opportunities to connect with a broader audience,
while bolstering the resilience of the UK semiconductor
industry.
Minister for Exports Lord Offord, said:
“We’re proud of our British exporters
and these awards highlight some fantastic businesses punching above
their weight and selling UK-made products around the world. I hope
the winners serve as inspiration to others looking to get onto the
exporting ladder and encourage more businesses to showcase the
incredible talent and innovation of UK businesses selling
abroad.”
Commenting on IceMOS Technology’s win, Dr. Samuel J.
Anderson, MBE, IceMOS Technology founder and chairman
said:
“This win underscores our position as
a leader in the industry and validates the effectiveness of our
sensing and power technologies in driving energy efficiency and CO2
reduction. It provides us with a strong foundation to further
expand our exporting success. Building on this momentum, we aim to
diversify our export markets and deepen our presence in existing
ones, while continuing to invest in research and development to
drive innovation and stay ahead of emerging trends. Additionally,
we will focus on strengthening partnerships and collaborations to
leverage synergies and maximize our impact globally. Ultimately,
our goal is to solidify our position as the go-to provider for
energy-efficient semiconductor solutions and contribute
significantly to the ongoing efforts towards sustainability and
decarbonization.”
The winning businesses have been drawn from a diverse range of
12 sectors across 10 categories. Five categories have been
introduced as new additions this year to ensure that businesses
from all sectors could enter.
Marco Forgione, Director General of The Institute of
Export & International Trade (IOE&IT) and panel judge,
added:
“IceMOS Technology has emerged as a
pioneer in the semiconductor industry, leveraging its innovative
MEMS-based technology to redefine power efficiency worldwide.
Through strategic global exports, IceMOS has not only expanded its
customer base but fortified the resilience of the UK semiconductor
sector. With a strong focus on market diversification, IceMOS has
achieved remarkable growth and now serves over 150 customers.”
About IceMOS Technology
IceMOS is an equity-financed private Delaware semiconductor
corporation and manufacturer of a new class of MEMS based power and
sensing advanced semiconductor technology that serves wide-ranging
applications anywhere that power efficiency and sensing matters.
The company has a manufacturing centre of excellence located in
Belfast, Northern Ireland, an advanced research innovation centre
in Tempe, Arizona, and a design centre in Tokyo, Japan.
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/6d732f87-5038-4fc2-aa3e-12dcec835f83.