Geely signs SiC agreement with STMicroelectronics
Multi-year contract accelerates existing cooperation around SiC devices and establishes a joint lab
STMicroelectronics and Geely Auto Group (which uses ST's third generation SiC MOSFETs in its electric traction inverters), have signed a long-term SiC supply agreement to accelerate their existing cooperation.
Under the terms of the multi-year contract, ST will provide multiple Geely Auto brands with SiC power devices for mid-to-high-end battery electric vehicles (BEVs). In addition, Geely and ST have established a joint lab to exchange information and explore solutions for car electronics such as new architectures for in-vehicle infotainment, smart cockpit systems, advanced driver assistance (ADAS), and NEVs.
As China’s top automotive brand, Geely Auto sold a total of 1.68 million vehicles in 2023, with NEV sales reaching 480,000 units, accounting for 28 percent of the company’s total sales for the year. This NEV sales volume represents a year-over-year increase of 48 percent.
“We are very pleased to establish a win-win cooperation with STMicroelectronics, to empower each other and fully utilise our respective advantages and resources.I believe that through the form of innovation joint lab, Geely and ST can deepen our cooperation, achieve mutual benefit, and accelerate the development and implementation of innovative technologies in Geely Auto,” said Li Chuanhai, president of electronic and electrical Center of Geely Automotive Central Research Institute.
“Geely Auto, is a shining example of automotive innovation in China, making rapid progress in car electrification and digitalisation, while expanding its presence in the global market. This long-term SiC supply agreement and the joint lab establishment mark a significant step forward in our long-established cooperation,” said Henry Cao, executive VP of sales & marketing, China Region, STMicroelectronics. “China is the biggest NEV market worldwide and a leading innovator. Our local competence centres and joint labs with our customers across the value chain of automotive allow ST to better support automotive innovation and transformation in China."
