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Conference Schedule
Browse the full conference programme and the spouses’ programme below. Timings are local (Malta time, CET) and subject to change.
09h00
Welcome
- George Gregory, CEO, Malta Enterprise
- Sean Redmond, President, Silicon Catalyst EU
09h10
Keynote Speech: The ASML Way — Lessons in Building a European Chip Champion
- Marc Hijink, Author of FOCUS
10h00
Opening Address
- Hon. Silvio Schembri, Minister for Economy, Technology & Strategic Projects
10h10
Panel 1: From Lab to Fab — Leveraging Pilot Lines for Industrial Growth
- Giuseppe Fiorentino, Programme Manager, imec IC-link, NanoIC, imec (Leading edge system on chip)
- Dominique Noguet, PhD, VP & FAMES Pilot Line Project Coordinator, CEA LETI
- Dirk Schumann, Director, APECS Project Manager, Research Fab Microelectronics, Germany
- Sergi Ferrando, Exploitation and Innovation Manager, PIXEurope
- Francesco La Via, Research Director, Coordinator WBG Pilot LINE
10h50
Industry Keynote: Building a Resilient, Highly Skilled, and Competitive European Semiconductor Capacity
- Thomas Morgenstern, EVP, Manufacturing, STMicroelectronics
11h10
Panel 2: Advancing Europe’s Semiconductor Ecosystem: Lessons from IPCEI ME/CT and Outlook to IPCEI AST
- Roberto Zafalon, Director, Europe Institutional Relationships, STMicroelectronics S.r.l.
- Dr Sophie Cordeiro, Public Funding, Consortia & Geopolitics, Robert Bosch GmbH
- Sabine Kolodinski, VP of Governmental Relations – FMC (Ferroelectric Memory Company)
- Mai Hoang Phan, Senior Staff Specialist Research & Development – Infineon Technologies Germany
- Martin Mischitz, Director, Innovation & Funding Management, Infineon Technologies Austria AG
- Tomáš Bort, Director, Innovation & Public Affairs, Mycroft Mind
12h00
Coffee Break
12h15
Keynote Speech
- Yankin Tanurhan, CTO MIPS, GlobalFoundries
12h45
Panel 3: Made in Europe & Strategic Autonomy: Would this Deepen the Divide or Strengthen the Union?
- Matthew Xuereb, Policy Officer, Microelectronics & Photonics Unit, DG CNECT, European Commission
- Tullio Ambrosone, Coordinator, IE University Competitiveness Hub Brussels; Director of the Arel Single Market Lab
- Tillman Schenk, Research Analyst, Bruegel
- Andrea Ganio, Chief Institutional Relations Officer of SPEA spa
- Gordon Cordina, Executive Director, E-Cubed Consultants
- Frederique Le Greves, President STMicroelectronics France and Executive Vice President Europe & France Public Affairs
13h15
Lunch
14h30
Panel 4: AI & the Value Chain Divide: Avoiding a Two-Speed Ecosystem and Ensuring Broad-Based Benefits
- Patrick Bressler, Director for International Cooperation, Emerging Technologies and Innovation, Fraunhofer Microelectronics Group / FMD (Research-Fab Microelectronics Germany)
- Christophe Frey, President ScaleU, Chairman of the board Vertical Computer
- Arkadiusz Hruszowiec, General Manager, Commercialization & Strategy, CEZAMAT | Warsaw University of Technology
- Paolo Azzoni, Secretary General, INSIDE Industry Association
15h30
Panel 5: Women in Semiconductors — Driving Diversity, Innovation, and Growth
- Dr Giorgia Longobardi, Founder & CMO, Cambridge GaN Devices Ltd
- Jillian Hughes, European Operations Director, Silicon Catalyst
- Selma Arici, Founder & CEO, SiRah | Global Semiconductor Strategist
- Géraldine Andrieux, CEO, BLUMORPHO
- Antonietta Oliva, Founder, A&G TechMinds LLC/Founder – Women in Hardware / Former Apple Director
- Karen Stinckens, VP Business Unit Position Sensors, Melexis
16h15
Introduction to the Graduating ChipStart EU Cohort 1 Startups
17h30
End of Day One
19h00
Departure from Westin Dragonara Resort
19h30
An Evening at Verdala Palace: Culture, Wine & Networking
- An exclusive soirée celebrating Maltese culture, hospitality, fine local wines and cuisine, complemented by cultural entertainment and networking in the unique surroundings of one of Malta’s most prestigious historic venues.
09h30
Introduction
- Sean Redmond, President, Silicon Catalyst EU
09h35
Keynote Speech
- Dr Giorgia Longobardi, Founder, Cambridge GaN Devices Ltd
09h45
Panel 1: Chips Competence Centres: From Centres to Impact — Companies' Perspectives
- Klaus Strohmayer, CEO, Semify-eda (Austria)
- Thomas Galea, Co-founder, Ice-Cap (Malta)
- Thomas Emil Le Cozannet, Microfabrication / Space Engineer, Co-Founder, Spasic Aps (Denmark)
- Alessandro Brunetti, Founder, iQrypto (Belgium)
10h15
Panel 2: More than a Cheque — Why the Right Investor is Your Best Component
- Charles P. Beyrouthy, Forma Prime
- Samarth Vadia, CEO and Co-Founder, Linque GmbH
- Miguel Borg, CEO, Malta Venture Capital
- Martin MacDonald, COO, weeteq
- Seamus Odriscoll, CEO, Pulposemi
- Laura Swan, General Partner, Silicon Catalyst Ventures
11h00
The Malta Experience: Fireside Chat
- Sean Redmond, President, Silicon Catalyst EU
- Interview by Nitin Dahad, Editor-in-Chief, EE Times
11h45
Startup Pitches: ChipStart EU Cohort #2 Semiconductor Startups
13h00
Lunch
14h15
Keynote Speech: The EU Chips Design Platform, a Catalyst for Fabless Design in Europe
14h30
Panel 3: The Importance of the EU Chips Design Platform for European Sovereignty and Economic Security
- Matthew Xuereb, Policy Officer, Microelectronics & Photonics Unit, DG CNECT, European Commission
- Stephanie Dournelle, Director EMEA Services, IP and Automotive, SIEMENS EDA
- Damien Bretegnier, DeepTech VC, Supernova Invest
- Anna Riverola, International Development & Public Affairs Director, SiPearl
15h00
Pitching Sessions: EuroCDP Accelerate
16h30
Pitching Sessions: EuroCDP Incubate
Discover Valletta’s Cultural Heritage
Step into the heart of Valletta, Malta’s UNESCO World Heritage capital city, and discover its rich history, culture and architectural beauty. Led by an expert guide, guests will enjoy a carefully curated cultural experience through some of Malta’s most iconic landmarks.
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Assemble in The Westin Dragonara Resort Lobby
- Guests are welcomed by Malta Enterprise representatives together with an expert tour guide.
09h30
Departure to Valletta & Guided Walking Tour
Transfer to Valletta, Malta’s historic capital, renowned for its baroque architecture, fortifications, and vibrant cultural heritage. On arrival, guests will enjoy a guided walking tour through the city’s most prominent sites.
- Triton Fountain and the City Gate entrance
- Valletta’s impressive fortifications
- The Parliament Building and the Royal Opera House ruins
- The Church of Our Lady of Victory, the first building constructed in Valletta
- Castille Square and surrounding historic buildings
- The Upper Barrakka Gardens
- Views of the Grand Harbour and the Three Cities
- The Auberges of the Knights and key government buildings
- The Law Courts and central Valletta landmarks
- St John’s Co-Cathedral, home to masterpieces by Caravaggio
- The Grand Master’s Palace, featuring historic state rooms and collections
13h00
Lunch at Palazzo Preca
Enjoy a relaxed and elegant lunch at Palazzo Preca, located in the heart of Valletta. Set within a charming traditional Maltese palazzo, the restaurant offers a warm and refined atmosphere, showcasing local and Mediterranean flavours. Guests will enjoy a curated set menu with a choice of dishes, complemented by wine, water, and coffee.
15h30
Return to The Westin Dragonara Resort
Price
€90 per person
Includes cultural visit in Valletta, return transportation, expert tour guide, entry to key attractions, lunch, and beverages.
We can accommodate any dietary requirements.
Palazzo Preca — Set Menu
Amuse Bouche
A single bite size
Starter — Choose One
Local Cheese-let (V)
Deep fried breaded cheese-let served with tomato & chilli jam
Insalata Stella
Water cheeselets, beetroot, mixed leaves, artichokes & calamata olives
Soup of the Day
Home made soup served with croutons
Braised Beef Ravioli
Homemade ravioli with braised beef served with sage & butter
Main Course — Choose One
Sea-bass & Leek Veloute
Pan fried filleted sea bass served with leeks & cream
250g Beef Tagliata
Grilled served medium topped with rucola & parmesan
Sous Vide Supreme of Chicken
Served with duxelle of mushrooms and red wine jus
Ravioli Porcini & Truffle (V)
Parmesan cream & asparagus
All the above are served with hot vegetables or salad and roast potatoes.
Desserts
A wide selection of desserts to choose from
An Evening at Verdala Palace: Culture, Wine & Networking
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Verdala Palace, one of Malta’s most prestigious historic venues, nestled in the heart of the Buskett Gardens.
This exclusive soirée offers delegates the opportunity to experience the warmth of Maltese hospitality through a carefully curated programme of local culture, fine wines and traditional gastronomy. Guests will enjoy a unique Wines of Malta Experience, featuring a selection of premium Maltese wines paired with local delicacies that celebrate the island’s rich culinary heritage.
Guests can engage with Malta’s Wine Ambassador, Josef Bonello, throughout the evening. He will guide the wine experience, share the stories behind Malta’s wine industry and be available to discuss the characteristics, heritage and uniqueness of the wines being showcased.
The evening will be complemented by elegant live entertainment, creating the perfect setting for networking, conversation and cultural immersion within the magnificent surroundings of Verdala Palace.
19h30
What’s Included
- Return transportation from The Westin Dragonara Resort to Verdala Palace
- Curated Wines of Malta Experience
- Selection of Maltese food delicacies and culinary pairings
- Live cultural entertainment
- Networking with international delegates and industry leaders
- A memorable evening in one of Malta’s most prestigious historic venues
Price
€90 per person
Includes return transportation, wine experience, food pairings, entertainment and evening reception.
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Join policymakers, industry leaders and investors in Malta this November for two days dedicated to strengthening Europe’s semiconductor competitiveness.