Renesas Electronics Acquires Panthronics, Vehicle Intelligence Accelerates NFC Market Competition

DATE: Fri, Aug 15, 2025
PUBLICATION: EE Times China

Recently, Renesas announced the acquisition of Panthronics AG (“Panthronics”), a fabless semiconductor company focused on high-performance wireless products. According to the shareholder agreement between Renesas and Panthronics, Renesas will use its wholly-owned subsidiary to fully Acquired Panthronics in a cash transaction. The acquisition will enrich Renesas' lineup of connectivity products and expand its business scope into financial technology, Internet of Things, asset tracking, wireless charging, and near-field communication (NFC) applications, which are in high demand in automotive applications.