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Strengthening UK-international collaboration in the semiconductor sector

Businesses working in the semiconductor sector can now join a new international network to find partners, explore overseas opportunities and prepare for future funding calls.

The Semiconductor Global Innovation Network (GIN) is run by Innovate UK, in partnership with Semiconductor Catapult, the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, and the UK Semiconductor Centre.

It connects businesses with companies, universities, research organisations, industry bodies and government partners in the UK and overseas.

By joining, businesses can access:

  • expert webinars
  • country insights
  • market intelligence
  • ecosystem updates
  • information on relevant programmes, events and collaboration opportunities

International businesses can use the network to connect with selected UK semiconductor companies and identify opportunities for business-to-business collaboration.

Find out more and join the Semiconductor GIN.

Understanding the UK Semiconductor Ecosystem webinar series

As part of the network launch, Innovate UK is hosting a three-part introductory webinar series, where you will learn more about the ecosystem and the opportunities available to semiconductor professionals and businesses.

The webinars will take place from 9am to 11am on:

  • Tuesday 6 October 2026
  • Wednesday 11 November 2026
  • Wednesday 2 December 2026

Register for the webinars.

First published 29 September 2026