Wingtech Sues Dutch Unit Nexperia for $1.17B Over Control Dispute
Chinese semiconductor firm Wingtech has filed a lawsuit against its Dutch subsidiary Nexperia and its executives, seeking 8 billion yuan ($1.17 billion) in compensation and the restoration of full control. The suit, lodged in a Guangdong court, alleges that Nexperia imposed 'discriminatory restrictive measures' under China's Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law. The legal action follows a September 2025 order by the Dutch government to take control of Nexperia away from Wingtech, which was later suspended but left Wingtech's control 'restricted' due to a parallel Dutch court ruling. The dispute highlights escalating tensions between the Chinese parent and the European chipmaker amid geopolitical tech conflicts.
Key facts
- Wingtech sued Nexperia for $1.17 billion in a Guangdong court.
- The lawsuit demands restoration of full control over Nexperia.
- Wingtech alleges 'discriminatory restrictive measures' under China's Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law.
- The Dutch government ordered to take control of Nexperia from Wingtech in September 2025.
- The Dutch order was suspended, but Wingtech's control remains restricted due to a parallel court ruling.
- Nexperia is a Dutch chipmaker headquartered in Nijmegen.
- Wingtech is based in Shenzhen, China.
- The dispute reflects broader tech tensions between China and the Netherlands.
Entities
Institutions
- Wingtech
- Nexperia
- Guangdong court
- Dutch government
- Dutch court
Locations
- Shenzhen
- China
- Nijmegen
- Netherlands