Bridgecom Semiconductors Collaborates with Samsung Foundry on Next-Generation Cellular 5G/6G Modem and Application Processor Chipsets

Bridgecom Achieves Its First Tape-Out in Samsung FinFET Technology

Munich/Linz, May 11, 2026

Bridgecom Semiconductors, a fabless semiconductor company located in Munich, Germany, and Linz, Austria, has announced a strategic collaboration with Samsung Foundry, a global leader in cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing. This partnership provides Bridgecom with access to advanced process technologies for its next-generation cellular 5G/6G modem and application processor chipsets, fueling the company’s long-term growth in the cellular IoT and Edge AI markets.

A successful chip tape-out using Samsung’s FinFET technology – achieved in less than one year after initial discussions – marks a significant milestone and sets the pace for the collaboration between Bridgecom Semiconductors and Samsung Foundry.

During the signing of the manufacturing framework agreement with Samsung, Dr. Thomas Lueftner, CEO of Bridgecom Semiconductors, stated:

“We are very pleased with the successful tape-out and the excellent support we have received from Samsung Foundry from day one. Samsung’s advanced FinFET technologies, well-proven in mobile applications, are a cornerstone of our roadmap for high-performance, low-power cellular modem and application processor solutions.”

Jens Kahrweg, President of Device Solutions Europe, Samsung Electronics, added:

Bridgecom demonstrates strong technical expertise and exceptional execution capabilities by leveraging Samsung Foundry’s FinFET technology to accelerate the future of intelligent 5G/6G IoT semiconductor solutions. We are proud to support this emerging European chipset innovator with our advanced process technologies, through a highly collaborative approach that drives innovation forward.

This partnership reflects the shared commitment of Bridgecom Semiconductors and Samsung Foundry to deliver robust, high-performance semiconductor solutions for Edge AI, 5G, IoT, automotive, and beyond.Together, the companies aim to drive innovation and enable the next wave of intelligent connectivity.

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At Bridgecom, we bring together centuries of combined experience in the wireless semiconductor industry. Founded and headquartered in Europe, Bridgecom unites senior industry experts, a growing engineering team, and a strong partner network dedicated to delivering reliable cellular modem and application processor chipsets for the Cellular IoT and Edge AI markets.