{"id":14729,"date":"2025-01-28T13:33:13","date_gmt":"2025-01-28T11:33:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/?p=14729"},"modified":"2025-01-30T08:56:55","modified_gmt":"2025-01-30T06:56:55","slug":"without-us-finlands-campaign-to-power-the-future-of-semiconductors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/news\/without-us-finlands-campaign-to-power-the-future-of-semiconductors\/","title":{"rendered":"Without Us: Powering Finland\u2019s Semiconductor Future"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/withoutus.fi\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/withoutus.fi\/\">Without Us<\/a><\/strong> campaign is a national initiative that highlights the critical role of semiconductor professionals in shaping the future of technology and innovation. Finland\u2019s semiconductor sector is at a turning point\u2014without skilled experts, progress halts. As the backbone of modern technology, semiconductors power everything from AI-driven applications and smart healthcare solutions to 6G networks and autonomous systems. To secure Finland\u2019s place in the global semiconductor race, a strong talent pipeline, advanced R&amp;D, and industry collaboration are essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Talent-Driven Strategy: Chips from the North &amp; FiCCC<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At the heart of this transformation is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/teknologiateollisuus.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Chips-from-the-North-Semiconductor-Strategy-for-Finland-1.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/teknologiateollisuus.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Chips-from-the-North-Semiconductor-Strategy-for-Finland-1.pdf\">Chips from the North<\/a><\/strong>, Finland\u2019s strategic roadmap to becoming a global semiconductor powerhouse. The plan aims to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Increase semiconductor revenue from \u20ac1.6 billion to \u20ac5-6 billion by 2035<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generate up to \u20ac180 billion in indirect economic impact<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create 20,000 new jobs in the semiconductor industry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To meet this goal, Finland is investing \u20ac5 billion in joint R&amp;D, expanding chip design and manufacturing capabilities, and building a stronger talent pipeline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A key pillar of this effort is <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/initiatives\/ficcc-finnish-chips-centre-of-competence\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/initiatives\/ficcc-finnish-chips-centre-of-competence\/\">the Finnish Chips Competence Centre (FiCCC)<\/a>,<\/strong> an initiative designed to accelerate semiconductor innovation and bridge the gap between research and industry. FiCCC focuses on high-performance, energy-efficient system-on-chip design and specialized semiconductor manufacturing processes in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Quantum technologies<\/strong> \u2013 Strengthening Finland\u2019s position in next-generation computing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MEMS and sensors<\/strong> \u2013 Enhancing semiconductor applications for healthcare, automotive, and telecommunications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>RF and optoelectronics<\/strong> \u2013 Driving breakthroughs in connectivity and photonics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wide bandgap semiconductors<\/strong> \u2013 Enabling high-performance, energy-efficient solutions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By fostering collaboration between industrial leaders, research institutions, and education providers, FiCCC ensures that Finland remains at the forefront of semiconductor technology, aligning perfectly with the Without Us campaign\u2019s goal of attracting and training skilled semiconductor professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oulu\u2019s Role in Shaping the Future of Semiconductors<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As a semiconductor powerhouse, Oulu plays a pivotal role in turning Finland\u2019s semiconductor vision into reality. With a legacy in communications technology from Nokia, Oulu has become a hub for wireless networks, chip design, and sensor innovations. The city is home to leading institutions such as the University of Oulu, OAMK, and VTT, which collaborate with global semiconductor companies to drive cutting-edge R&amp;D and workforce development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oulu is also a leader in educational initiatives like the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/initiatives\/merebe\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/initiatives\/merebe\/\">MEREBE<\/a> <\/strong>project, which helps train the next generation of semiconductor professionals\u2014ensuring that Finland\u2019s semiconductor sector has the skilled workforce it needs to compete globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building the Future: Without You, There Is No Innovation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Without Us campaign is a call to action\u2014Finland needs engineers, researchers, students, and tech professionals to join the semiconductor industry and help shape the future. With major public-private investments, cutting-edge R&amp;D, and top-tier educational programs, Finland\u2014and Oulu in particular\u2014is set to become a global leader in semiconductors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now is the time to be part of the movement, drive innovation, and make an impact\u2014because, without you, the future of semiconductors doesn\u2019t exist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For further information, please contact<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ad2f72ca wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/alamursula_juha-200x200cq85-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14743\" style=\"width:193px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/alamursula_juha-200x200cq85-5.jpg 200w, https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/alamursula_juha-200x200cq85-5-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Juha Ala-Mursula<\/strong><br><strong>Director<\/strong><br><a href=\"mailto:juha.ala-mursula@businessoulu.com\">juha.ala-mursula@businessoulu.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ictoulu-jussi-leponiemi-5-8.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14746\" style=\"width:189px;height:auto\" 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800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Jussi Leponiemi<\/strong><br><strong>Key Account Director, ICT<\/strong>&nbsp;<br><a href=\"mailto:jussi.leponiemi@businessoulu.com\">jussi.leponiemi@businessoulu.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"879\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/juhamheikkila-11-879x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14745\" style=\"width:168px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/juhamheikkila-11-879x1024.jpg 879w, https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/juhamheikkila-11-258x300.jpg 258w, https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/juhamheikkila-11-768x895.jpg 768w, https:\/\/oulu.com\/ictoulu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/juhamheikkila-11-1318x1536.jpg 1318w, 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