Embattled Dutch chipmaker Nexperia gets into public spat with Chinese owners — accused of deception and obstruction, suspending wafer shipments

Tensions have escalated between Dutch chipmaker Nexperia and its Chinese owners, Wingtech Technology, with accusations of deception and obstruction leading to a public spat. The conflict has disrupted wafer shipments and raised concerns among major automotive and industrial customers. The Dutch headquarters and Chinese subsidiary are at odds over communication breakdowns, suspension of wafer shipments, and control over operations. The dispute, involving governance and production geography, risks impacting global supply chains and has drawn attention from Chinese and European officials. Despite the rift, Nexperia China has continued to ship components worldwide, emphasizing that supply interruptions originated in the Netherlands.