The newly formed Russian company United Microelectronics (OMK) is exploring the acquisition of stakes in Chinese semiconductor factories. According to reports, the company is targeting smaller, lesser-known manufacturers rather than industry leaders to secure production capacity.
The primary goal of these investments is to bypass limitations in domestic manufacturing. Currently, Russia's most advanced production process remains at 90 nanometers, a technology standard dating back to 2003. In contrast, global leaders are advancing toward 2-nanometer production, and Chinese firms are scaling 7-nanometer and 5-nanometer processes.
OMK does not intend to manage the operations of these Chinese plants. Instead, the strategy focuses on securing dedicated production lines through shareholder agreements. This approach aims to guarantee stable capacity quotas and predictable pricing for Russian requirements, addressing long-standing supply chain bottlenecks.
Established in January 2026, OMK is tasked with integrating key Russian microelectronics entities, including Mikron, Angstrem, and NM-Tech. The company has secured a total investment plan of 1 ₽ trillion through 2030, with 750 ₽ billion provided by the government and 250 ₽ billion from Sberbank.
