IQE plc

IQE plc

IQE plc is a global leader in advanced semiconductor materials, specializing in the development and manufacture of epitaxial wafers used in various high-tech applications such as wireless communications, optoelectronics, and sensors. As a company operating at the forefront of technology innovation, IQE engages with European Union institutions to influence policies and regulations that impact the semiconductor and advanced materials sectors. Their lobbying efforts focus on ensuring favorable regulatory frameworks, securing research funding, and promoting innovation-friendly policies within the EU. IQE’s participation in the EU Transparency Register reflects its commitment to transparent and ethical engagement with EU policymakers. The company’s lobbying activities aim to align EU legislation with the needs of the high-tech industry, fostering competitiveness and growth in the European semiconductor ecosystem. IQE collaborates with a range of stakeholders, including industry associations and research consortia, to advocate for policies supporting technological advancement and sustainability in the sector. Their engagement includes dialogue on trade policies, intellectual property rights, and environmental regulations that affect semiconductor manufacturing and supply chains. IQE’s lobbying profile demonstrates a strategic approach to influencing EU decision-making processes through registered interest representation, adhering to the EU’s code of conduct for lobbyists. This ensures that their interactions with EU institutions are conducted with transparency and accountability, contributing to balanced policymaking that considers industry perspectives alongside public interests. The company’s ongoing commitment to lobbying reflects the dynamic nature of the semiconductor industry and the critical role of EU policies in shaping its future trajectory.

  • Name: IQE plc

  • Sector: Semiconductor materials and advanced technology

  • Registration: EU Transparency Register (Accredited interest representative)

  • Purpose: Influence EU policy on technology, innovation, trade, and regulation affecting semiconductor materials

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  • Technology & Innovation

  • Semiconductor Industry

  • Research & Development

  • Trade & Industrial Policy

  • Environmental & Sustainability Regulations

IQE plc networks with affiliated organizations including industry associations in the semiconductor and advanced materials sectors, research consortia, and innovation clusters active in the EU policy environment. These partnerships enable coordinated advocacy efforts and information exchange to support common industry goals

  • 2025: €40,000 spent on lobbying activities so far.

  • No detailed breakdown of previous years’ expenditures publicly available in the EU Transparency Register or other sources.

IQE plc engages primarily with the European Commission, European Parliament, and Council of the European Union. Their lobbying focuses on directorates-general related to industry, research, trade, and environment

All meetings with EU officials are recorded in the EU Transparency Register’s meetings database. Specific meeting details for IQE plc since registration are not publicly disclosed in the search results but are accessible via the EU Transparency Register portal