Shenyang Municipal Leaders Visit StarLight New Materials to Foster Strategic Partnerships in silicon carbide Innovation

Shenyang StarLight New Materials Co., Ltd., a trailblazer in silicon carbide technology with over three decades of industry expertise, recently hosted a high-profile delegation from the Shenyang Municipal Government. The visit aimed to explore government-backed investment opportunities and deepen collaboration in advanced silicon carbide materials and applications, aligning with regional goals for industrial modernization and technological leadership.

A Legacy of Innovation Meets Government Vision

As a spin-off from Shenyang StarLight Technical Ceramics Co., Ltd. (founded in the 1990s), StarLight New Materials has evolved into a national leader in high-purity silicon carbide solutions for semiconductors, photovoltaics, and new energy sectors . During the tour, government officials witnessed the company's cutting-edge production processes, including proprietary techniques such as isostatic pressing, injection molding, and 3D printing, which enable micron-level precision (0.01 mm) for semiconductor-grade components . Notably, the delegation reviewed StarLight's patented high-purity silicon carbide manufacturing method (CN119954516A), which reduces energy consumption by 30% while enabling large-scale production of complex-shaped products .

Strategic Collaboration Focus Areas

Discussions centered on aligning StarLight's technological strengths with Shenyang's industrial policies:

Government-Industry R&D Partnerships: Accelerating breakthroughs in SiC applications for next-gen semiconductors and green energy infrastructure.

Localized Supply Chain Development: Expanding production capacity to meet rising demand from Northeast China's advanced manufacturing clusters.

Talent Cultivation Programs: Building on StarLight's existing academic alliances (e.g., collaborations with leading universities) to establish a regional silicon carbide innovation hub .

Policy Support Mechanisms: Exploring tax incentives and subsidies to bolster StarLight’s position as a national high-tech enterprise and “Little Giant” innovator .

A Shenyang government spokesperson emphasized: “StarLight exemplifies the ‘new quality productive forces’ vital to our regional economy. Their 30-year dedication to silicon carbide aligns perfectly with our blueprint for upgrading traditional industries through materials innovation.”

Driving the Semiconductor Revolution

With 85% of its products serving semiconductor clients, StarLight showcased its vertically integrated capabilities—from 4N+ purity raw materials to precision-engineered components . This expertise has previously attracted partnerships across China, including a notable March 2025 collaboration framework with Horqin District .

“Our innovations are ready to power Shenyang's tech ambitions,” stated StarLight’s CEO. “With government support, we aim to double our R&D investment by 2026, focusing on AI-optimized silicon carbide manufacturing and recycling technologies.”

Toward a Silicon Carbide-Powered Future

The visit concluded with a mutual commitment to formalize cooperation agreements by Q3 2025. These partnerships are expected to reinforce Shenyang's position in the global silicon carbide market while driving sustainable industrial growth through:

Carbon Neutrality Initiatives: Leveraging silicon carbide's efficiency gains in renewable energy systems

Smart Manufacturing Upgrades: Implementing IoT-enabled production monitoring across StarLight's facilities

As both parties prepare detailed feasibility studies, industry analysts predict this collaboration could position Shenyang as a key node in China’s US$10 billion silicon carbide ecosystem by 2030.