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Europe Semiconductor Materials Market to be Dominated by Process Chemicals Segment Market in the Forecast Period

Rising demand of consumer electronics and rising implementation of 5G networks are the factors driving the market growth in the forecast period.

 

According to TechSci Research report, Europe Semiconductor Materials Market - By Region, Competition Forecast & Opportunities, 2018-2028F, the Europe Semiconductor Materials Market is expected to register robust growth during the forecast period, 2024-2028. The European Semiconductor Materials market is being driven by optoelectronic devices and wireless technology as optoelectronic devices have a significant requirement for compound semiconductors. The market for semiconductor materials has expanded as a result of the rising national demand for wireless and mobile devices. Electronic devices and technologies benefit from the characteristics of semiconductor materials, such as their wide range of operating temperatures, high electron mobility, and low power consumption. Additionally, light emission devices like light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and lasers, require semiconductor materials. Additionally, several companies are focusing on their expansion of semiconductor materials’ manufacturing capacity. For instance, to create and market compound semiconductor devices, IQE (International Quantum Epitaxy) PLC and SK Silicon, joined hands into a strategic partnership agreement in October 2022. Innovative epi wafers based on GaN (Gallium Nitride) on SiC (Silicon Carbide) for radio frequency applications in the wireless communications sector and GaN on Silicon (Si) for power electronics applications across multiple markets, are the main focus of IQE and SK Ultron.

 

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The Europe Semiconductor Materials Market is divided into Application, Packaging, End User, and Country. Based on Application, the market is segmented into Fabrication, Process Chemicals, Photomasks, Electronic Gases, Photoresists Ancillaries, Sputtering Targets, and Silicon.  The Process Chemicals segment is dominating the market in the year 2022.  The increase in operational fabrication capacity, costly chemicals used by new technologies, as well as the processed silicon wafer surface area, all contribute to the consumption of semiconductor process chemicals. Less material is used per unit surface area of silicon wafers because of increased technological efficiency supplied by the semiconductor industry. The production of semiconductors uses processed chemicals for cleaning, developing, etching, and polishing. Additionally, the production of semiconductors demands PFAS, a kind of fluorinated chemical used in semiconductor manufacturing. Due to its low surface tension and compatibility with other compounds, it is utilized mostly in imaging semiconductors gaining traction. Additionally, several companies are increasing their chemical manufacturing capacity to fulfill the need for semiconductor fabrication components. Merck, a German firm, declared in February 2023 that they will be expanding their capabilities for semiconductor solutions worldwide, with the opening of a new production site. By 2025, it is anticipated that the 150,000 m2 production facility will be producing specialty gases and semiconductor materials for thin film and patterning solutions.

Based on Packaging, the market is segmented into Substrates, Lead Frames, Ceramic Packages, Bonding Wire, Encapsulation Resins (Liquid), and Die Attach Materials. The substrate segment is dominating the market, with the largest market share. The packaging substrate, which is considered the bulkiest component of the packaging material, serves primarily as a support for the protection chip and a link between the top chip and bottom circuit board. The printed circuit board and the chip can be connected to achieve electrical and physical connection, signal distribution, power distribution, communication between the internal and external circuits of the chip, among other functions. The packaging substrate can also effectively fix the chip and support it. It can also improve the thermal conductivity and heat dissipation performance of the chip.

Based on End-user Industry, the market is segmented into Consumer Electronics, Telecommunication, Manufacturing, Automotive, and Energy and Utility. Consumer Electronics is expected to dominate the market in the forecast period. One of the most significant scientific advancements in the consumer electronics sector is the development of semiconductor materials. The material is well-liked because of its excellent electron mobility, broad operating temperature range, and low energy requirements. The bulk of consumer gadgets contain semiconductors. Semiconductor parts including integrated circuits, diodes, and transistors, are used in devices like microwaves, refrigerators, computers, gaming consoles, and mobile phones. Based on country, the market is segmented into Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Sweden, Finland, Poland, and Rest of Europe.


Major market players in the Europe Semiconductor Materials Market are: -

  • Solvay SA
  • Messer SE & Co KGaA
  • Air Liquide SA
  • Compugraphics (MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions)
  • International Quantum Epitaxy PLC (IQE PLC)
  • STMicroelectronics (ST)

 

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" The EU Chips Act, which was announced in February 2022, offers major financial assistance for the establishment of factories concerning the manufacturing of advanced chips and for promoting semiconductor research in the European Union. To ensure the future technical sovereignty of the region, the European Union intends to boost its global market share for semiconductors from 10% to roughly 20%, by 2030. These activities are anticipated to increase the region's demand for semiconductor materials in the upcoming years.” said Mr. Karan Chechi, Research Director with TechSci Research, a research-based global management consulting firm.

Europe Semiconductor Materials Market by Application (Fabrication, Process Chemicals, Photomasks, Electronic Gases, Photoresists Ancillaries, Sputtering Targets, and Silicon), By Packaging (Substrates, Lead Frames, Ceramic Packages, Bonding Wire, Encapsulation Resins (Liquid), and Die Attach Materials), By End-user Industry (Consumer Electronics, Telecommunication, Manufacturing, Automotive, and Energy and Utility), By Country, Competition, Forecast and Opportunities, 2028F has evaluated the future growth potential of Europe Semiconductor Materials market and provides statistics & information on market size, structure, and future market growth. The report intends to provide cutting-edge market intelligence and help decision makers take sound investment decisions. Besides, the report also identifies and analyzes the emerging trends along with essential drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Europe semiconductor materials market.

 

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