CEA-Leti and the Warsaw University of Technology's CEZAMAT center (CEZAMAT-WUT) have significantly deepened their strategic partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Warsaw. The signing occurred during a joint workshop focused on FD-SOI technologies and semiconductor prospects, underscoring a shared commitment to strengthening Europe's technological sovereignty.

The high-level event featured key figures including Professor Mariusz Malinowski, Vice-Rector for Scientific Affairs at WUT, and Jean-René Lèquepeys, Deputy Director and Director of Programs at CEA-Leti. It also drew attendance from Polish ministerial representatives, the French Embassy, Dariusz Standerski—Secretary of State at Poland's Ministry of Digital Affairs—and French Ambassador to Poland, His Excellency Étienne de Poncins. Their participation highlighted the cooperation's strategic importance for both nations.

Technical discussions at the workshop centered on collaborative projects, particularly the development of FD-SOI technologies and radiation-hardened components. The potential of CEZAMAT's infrastructure was emphasized, including its 4,000 m² of cleanrooms and its European-scale prototyping capabilities for components destined for critical space, defense, and nuclear applications.

Concretely, the MoU will enable enhanced knowledge sharing, joint R&D initiatives, and talent development between the institutions. This bilateral partnership aligns with broader European semiconductor initiatives. It connects to projects like the FAMES pilot line, established under the European Chips Act, and strategic discussions on the sector's future, notably the RESOLVE initiative. Led by CEA-Leti, RESOLVE now assembles 14 Research and Technology Organizations from 12 European countries—including CEZAMAT-WUT representing Poland—to propose pathways to the European Commission for a potential Chips Act 2.

This agreement represents a tangible step toward a more integrated, resilient, and competitive European semiconductor ecosystem.

March 19th, 2026, in Warsaw, CEA-Leti and the CEZAMAT-WUT (Warsaw University of Technology) reached a major milestone in their collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understandin​​g (MoU), as part of a joint workshop on FD-SOI technologies and prospects for semiconductors.

The event brought together high-level representatives from academic, industrial, and institutional fields, such as Professor Mariusz Malinowski, Vice-Rector, Scientific Affairs at the Warsaw University of Technology and Jean-René Lèquepeys, Deputy Director and Director of Programs at CEA-Leti. Also present were representatives of the various Polish Ministries and of the French Embassy, and Mr. Dariusz Standerski - Secretary of State at the Ministry of Digital Affairs, and His Excellency, Mr. Étienne de Poncins, Ambassador of France to the Republic of Poland. Their presence was a testament to the strategic importance of this cooperation, which aims to reinforce the technological sovereignty of Europe.

The workshop gave way to discussions on common projects, such as developing FD-SOI technologies and radiation-resistant components. Conversations also showcased the potential of CEZAMAT infrastructures, with 4,000 m² of clean rooms and a European capacity for prototyping components intended for critical spatial, defense, and nuclear sectors.

In concrete terms, the partnership will facilitate sharing knowledge, joint R&D projects, and nurturing talent.

Finally, the collaboration is also part of a wider European effort, alongside projects such as the FAMES pilot line, established as part of the European Chips Act, and strategic discussions about the future of the semiconductor sector, including the RESOLVE initiative, the purpose of which is to put forward paths to pursue to the European Commission (DG CNECT) for the Chips Act 2, currently being discussed at an EU level. CEA-Leti launched the RESOLVE initiative, which now brings together 14 RTOs from 12 European countries, including the Cezamat-WUT for Poland.

This signature therefore marks a tangible step forward toward a more integrated, resilient, and competitive European ecosystem.​