Establishing an ecosystem for integrated 2D materials in the semiconductor industry
The 2D Pilot Line (2D-PL) project is driving the next phase of Europe’s semiconductor innovation by advancing the integration of 2D materials into photonics and electronics. Its mission is to accelerate the maturity of these technologies and support their transition from research to industrial production.
Building on the success of the 2D Experimental Pilot Line (2D-EPL), this new four-year initiative focuses on providing end-to-end prototyping services for the integration of graphene and transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) into established silicon-based platforms.
The 2D-PL aims to bring 2D material (2DM) fabrication closer to industrial readiness by developing and validating processes in a FAB-relevant environment. Its module development is focused on photonic and electronic devices and circuits, addressing the needs of research organisations, SMEs, large companies, integrated device manufacturers (IDMs) and foundries across Europe.
A key offering of the 2D-PL is its multi-project wafer (MPW) service, enabling customers to include their own designs as part of shared wafer runs. This approach reduces cost and time to market while providing access to advanced 2D material technologies. MPW runs will be available for both graphene and TMDC-based devices across photonic and electronic applications.
Discover how the 2D Pilot Line (2D-PL) is accelerating the journey from lab to market for graphene and 2D materials in the Graphene Flagship's 2025 Annual Report. By bridging the gap between research and industrial-scale production, 2D-PL enables reliable prototyping, integration, and upscaling of advanced technologies—driving innovation in electronics, photonics, and beyond while strengthening Europe’s competitive edge in next-generation materials.
