Advancing Microelectronics Through Industry-Academia Collaboration in Singapore

Delta Electronics Singapore marked a significant milestone in its research and development journey with the formalisation of a new partnership with the College of Design and Engineering (CDE) at the National University of Singapore (NUS). The collaboration was announced at CDE Industry Day 2025 and reflects Delta’s continued investment in advancing deep-tech research and innovation in Singapore.

Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), Delta and CDE will work together to advance the hybrid integration of microelectronics, with a focus on high-performance photonics packaging and integration. These technologies are increasingly critical to next-generation applications, from advanced sensing to high-speed connectivity and data-intensive systems.

This partnership brings together Delta’s industry expertise in power management and smart green solutions with NUS CDE’s multidisciplinary research strengths. Collaborative efforts will include joint research projects, academic and staff exchange programmes, participation in seminars and conferences, and the sharing of technical knowledge. By bridging research and industry application, the collaboration aims to accelerate the translation of laboratory breakthroughs into scalable, real-world solutions.

Photonics packaging and integration are fast emerging as a foundational technology for future systems. As Mr. PS Tang, General Manager of Delta Electronics Singapore, shared, the collaboration is not only about advancing technology, but also about developing future-ready talent and supporting Singapore’s ambition to be a hub for deep-tech innovation. By combining academic research with practical industry insights, Delta aims to help turn promising research into solutions that can make a tangible impact.

The partnership also aligns closely with CDE’s approach to innovation through cross-disciplinary and cross-sector collaboration. Centres such as the Singapore Hybrid-Integrated Next Generation µ Electronics (SHINE) Centre, hosted by CDE, play a key role in bringing together multiple institutions and industry partners to address complex, real-world challenges. Delta’s participation strengthens this ecosystem by contributing industry perspectives and application-driven research objectives.

Spanning an initial three-year period, the collaboration provides a structured platform for sustained engagement between Delta and NUS. It reinforces Delta Electronics Singapore’s role as an active contributor to the local research landscape and reflects the company’s broader commitment to building a smarter, greener future through innovation, collaboration, and long-term capability development in Singapore.

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