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NXP: Key Technologies from Austria for a Connected World

17. August 20264 minutes reading time
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Who is NXP?

NXP Semiconductors is a global leader in semiconductor solutions and key technologies for automotive, industry and secure connectivity. NXP has been present in Austria for many years. With its Gratkorn facility serving as a global center of excellence for security technologies and TrustMotion in Vienna as a driving force behind automotive software, NXP covers key growth areas in Austria.

Why does Austria stand out as a location?

Austria appeals to NXP above all through its strong research and innovation environment. Proximity to excellent universities, especially Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) and Graz University of Technology (TU Graz), and close links within the Silicon Alps Cluster create ideal conditions for high-end research. Added to this are stable framework conditions, attractive support instruments and a talent pool that is competitive internationally. For NXP, people, their expertise, and the interaction with universities and the local environment are particularly important.

What is NXP building in Austria?

In Austria, NXP focuses exclusively on research and development. More than 1,000 employees from over 50 countries work on key technologies. The Gratkorn site is a global center of excellence for security, cryptography, and contactless technologies. At TrustMotion in Vienna, innovative automotive software solutions and system architectures for the mobility of the future are being developed. NXP Austria is thus making a significant contribution to technologies used worldwide in everyday and mobility applications.

What role does the Austrian Business Agency (ABA) play?

The ABA supports NXP as a reliable point of contact on location-related matters. Exchange ranges from talent topics and international specialists to legal framework conditions and networking at federal and provincial level. The ABA also supports high-profile events and promotes dialogue between the company, policymakers and the innovation ecosystem.

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Wolfgang Steinbauer, NXP
Wolfgang Steinbauer SVP of Global Crypto & Security Center & CTO NXP Austria

„The biggest asset of Austria for NXP is the expertise of the people. It’s the ecosystem with the universities as well as the support we get locally here for our development.“

What makes Austria so attractive for technology groups like NXP?

Austria offers technology companies a reliable, high-performing environment for key technologies such as semiconductors, AI and automotive software. Particularly valued is the close cooperation between academia, industry and clusters such as Silicon Alps, which works effectively even across provincial borders. Short distances, political stability, high levels of security and quality of life make Austria an attractive long-term proposition—especially for international professionals and highly specialised R&D teams.

How is NXP leveraging Austria’s potential for research and growth?

NXP is strategically positioning its Gratkorn site as a global R&D center of excellence for security, cryptography, and contactless technologies. At the same time, TrustMotion is developing innovative automotive software solutions and system architectures at the Vienna site that strategically expand the portfolio.

Close cooperation with TU Graz, TU Vienna research institutions and partners within the innovation ecosystem ensures access to talent and new momentum. Diversity plays a central role: different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives foster innovation and strengthen competitiveness. Investments in modern working environments, infrastructure and work-life balance support this strategy sustainably. The sites continue to grow, and NXP plans to keep investing in Austria in the future.

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> 1000 employees

from over 50 countries

 Centre of expertise

Gratkorn is NXP’s global R&D centre of expertise for security, cryptography, and contactless technologies.

How does the ABA support international companies like NXP?

The ABA supports international technology companies throughout their activities in Austria—from talent and location-related issues to strategic networking. It helps companies access relevant stakeholders, advises on international talent issues, and strengthens Austria’s visibility as a high-tech location. For established companies like NXP, the ABA is an important interface for strengthening and further developing Austria as a location over the long term. For NXP in particular, the ABA is a reliable partner, especially when it comes to international specialists coming to Austria.

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