STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor company that plays a significant role in the space industry by providing radiation-hardened (Rad-Hard) and radiation-capable components. They offer a wide range of space-qualified products, including diodes, transistors, logic circuits, ASICs, and power management solutions, designed to withstand the harsh conditions of space. STMicroelectronics has a long history of supporting European space applications, working with partners like TTTech, ESA and NASA, and contributing to programs like Ariane 6 and NASA's Artemis program. Their products are used in satellite platforms, payloads, power systems, and various other space-related applications.
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STMicroelectronics expects its low-Earth-orbit revenue to reach $3 billion in 2030.
The 19,800 square meters of active silicon used for STMicroelectronics’ Starlink-related production is described as equivalent to four American football fields.
STMicroelectronics’ Starlink-related semiconductor production spans 19,800 square meters of active silicon.
STMicroelectronics has delivered more than 7.5 billion integrated circuits to Starlink since 2021.
STMicroelectronics’ Starlink-related production uses BiCMOS and FD-SOI technologies.
STMicroelectronics’ low-Earth-orbit revenue is $600 million per year.
STMicroelectronics’ Q1 2026 gross margin was 33.8%.
In 2022, STMicroelectronics launched radiation-hardened integrated circuits in low-cost plastic packages for commercial small satellites with 3-to-5-year lifespans.
STMicroelectronics’ Communication Equipment and Computer Peripherals segment grew 41% year over year in Q1 2026.
STMicroelectronics plans to discuss its roadmap for gallium nitride RF advances in LEO connectivity during the May 4, 2026 investor call.
STMicroelectronics expects to provide deeper transparency on manufacturing capacity at its Rennes, France facility during the May 4, 2026 investor call.
The recent acquisition of NXP Semiconductors’ MEMS sensor business contributed $40 million to STMicroelectronics’ Q1 2026 results.
STMicroelectronics will host a dedicated investor call on May 4, 2026 to detail its LEO satellite strategy.
STMicroelectronics secured a design win in Q1 2026 to develop a power amplifier controller for direct-to-cell satellites using its BCD technology.
STMicroelectronics is collaborating with NVIDIA to integrate ST sensors and microcontrollers with NVIDIA’s robotics platform.
On Thursday, April 23, 2026, STMicroelectronics reported Q1 2026 net revenues of $3.1 billion, a 23% year-over-year increase.
STMicroelectronics aims to capture more than $3 billion in cumulative revenue from the LEO sector between 2026 and 2028.
STMicroelectronics is ramping shipments to its two largest LEO customers.
Italy's Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy, Adolfo Urso, described the STMicroelectronics site in Catania as a strategic asset for Italy and Europe.
An agreement was signed between the European Investment Bank (EIB) and STMicroelectronics for an initial tranche of 500 million euros.