Aion Silicon Design Center Barcelona Strengthens European Semiconductor Capabilities

On February 2, ACCIÓ-Catalonia Trade & Investment announced the launch of the Aion Silicon design center Barcelona, marking a key step in the company’s European expansion strategy. Formerly known as Sondrel, Aion Silicon specializes in advanced System on a Chip solutions tailored for high-performance and mission-critical applications.

Aion Silicon design center Barcelona strengthens European presence

The new facility reinforces Aion Silicon’s global design network while positioning Catalonia as a strategic hub for semiconductor innovation. The Barcelona-based center is designed to support customers across the European Union, delivering scalable and customized SoC solutions aligned with regional technology demands. The establishment of the design center was supported by ACCIÓ-Catalonia Trade & Investment, reflecting continued efforts to attract high-value semiconductor and deep-tech investments into the region.

Focus on advanced SoC development

The Aion Silicon design center Barcelona concentrates on end-to-end chip development, enabling customers to move from concept to production-ready silicon. Its technical scope spans multiple high-growth sectors, including:

• Artificial intelligence and machine learning acceleration

• Automotive-grade semiconductor solutions

• 5G and next-generation connectivity platforms

• High-performance computing architectures

Custom chip solutions for global markets

By expanding its footprint in Europe, Aion Silicon strengthens its ability to deliver high-performance custom chips while maintaining close collaboration with regional customers. The Catalonia design center enhances responsiveness, engineering depth, and long-term support for complex semiconductor programs across the EU. The move underscores Aion Silicon’s commitment to scaling its capabilities globally while leveraging Europe’s growing role in advanced semiconductor design and system-level innovation.