[Company] RFHIC enters strategic partnership with SweGaN

Gwacheon, South Korea, - April 15th, 2024 - RFHIC (KOSDAQ:A218410) 

RFHIC Embarks on a New Venture with SweGaN: A Leap Towards Next-Generation Semiconductor Solutions

RFHIC Corporation, a pioneer in the GaN RF & Microwave industry, proudly announces a strategic investment in SweGaN AB, renowned for its cutting-edge development of Gallium Nitride on Silicon Carbide (GaN on SiC) epitaxial wafers, joins forces with RFHIC to usher in a new era of semiconductor excellence.

RFHIC has led the industry in creating and producing a diverse range of devices and high-powered subsystems based on GaN SiC technology. These products serve critical roles in various sectors, including 5g-advanced and 6g telecommunications, defense radar / electronic warfare, industrial applications, and beyond. Our strategic investment in SweGaN AB highlights our dedication to innovation and strengthens our supply chain. This move further enhances our position as a competitive leader in the RF and microwave markets.

We are confident that the combination of RFHIC's technical expertise and resources with SweGaN's QuanFINE® epitaxial technology positions us to accelerate the development of high-performance GaN semiconductors for a variety of high-power sectors. This strategic investment reflects our united vision of shaping the future with efficient and innovative semiconductor technologies.

In response to the surging demand for high-power, highly efficient semiconductors across a broad spectrum of applications — from 5g-advanced and 6g telecommunications and defense radars to high-power industrial uses — RFHIC is rapidly advancing its efforts. We are significantly expanding our internal research and development, enhancing our manufacturing capabilities, and diversifying our range of technological materials to meet and exceed market needs.

- Dr. Samuel Cho, CTO, and co-founder of RFHIC Corporation,
“As RFHIC maps its future strategy for GaN semiconductors including accelerated market demand for products in 5G-advanced, 6G, satellite communication and more, SweGaN’s high-performance 6-inch GaN epiwafers for RF and power semiconductors - with exemplary high-power efficiency - provide a strong fit for our technological roadmap and diversification of gallium nitride epitaxial wafer suppliers. SweGaN’s unique epitaxial wafer development and manufacturing technology is a key factor in the high performance of gallium nitride semiconductors that we can tap in developing new products in the 4GHz ultra-high frequency band increasingly sought after by the market."

- Jr-Tai Chen, CEO and Founder at SweGaN,
“With the accelerating demand for high-performance semiconductor materials to power a multitude of applications and increase the efficiency in an energy-conscious world, the new equity investment will support SweGaN’s capacity expansion plan of its best-in-class GaN-on-SiC epitaxial wafers and tap joint product developments with RFHIC. We are very proud to partner with RFHIC, a leading RF GaN innovator who has the passion and commitment to amplify the world by providing top-efficiency and cutting-edge GaN solutions.”

In collaboration, RFHIC and SweGaN plan to address the increasing demand for GaN semiconductors and initiate new product developments for a variety of markets.

About RFHIC Corporation

RFHIC (KOSDAQ: A218410) is a global leader in designing and manufacturing GaN RF & Microwave components and systems for applications in wireless communications, defense and aerospace, and RF Energy (Industrial, Scientific, and Medical) segments. We provide industry-leading solutions for gallium-nitride (GaN) transistors, high-power solid-state power amplifiers, and high-power microwave generator systems, all within our in-house production facility. We enlighten industries with RF and Microwave advancements. To expedite a future enhanced by technological innovation - to create a better connected, safer, and stronger world for generations. Learn more at www.c0006.bizhomepass.kr. RFHIC® is a registered trademark.

About SweGaN

SweGaN specializes in the development and production of engineered benchmark-performance Gallium Nitride on Silicon Carbide (GaN-on-SiC) epitaxial wafers, leveraging our innovative QuanFINE® growth technology. Our QuanFINE® material boasts exceptional performance, empowering our customers to swiftly address the dynamic challenges posed by next-generation high power and high-frequency devices, and to craft forward-looking solutions. We supply and offer tailored high-quality GaN epiwafers to the world’s leading foundries and manufacturers serving diverse sectors including satellite communications, telecommunications, defense sensing, and high-voltage power switches. For more information, visit us as www.swegan.se and LinkedIn.

RFHIC Corporation

Grace Cho
Manager, Global Sales & Marketing
Email: marketing@c0006.bizhomepass.kr

SweGaN

Leslie Johnsen
Communications Advisor
Mob: +47 41 45 80 43       
Email: leslie.johnsen@swegan.se