Microsemi Corporation, a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, officially named its Ennis, Ireland facility as its European headquarters.

The announcement represents a significant endorsement of the work of the Ennis facility and its contribution to the wider Microsemi global network. Ennis has been a world class facility and a key contributor in the manufacturing processes of the company’s high reliability products, and is well-poised to contribute to Microsemi Corporation’s planned expansion and growth strategy. The Ennis facility has recruited an additional 50 staff so far in 2012, taking headcount at the site to approximately 300. The continued availability of skilled staff in the region will assist the Ennis facility to develop new products and grow key research and development functions.

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James J. Peterson, Microsemi's President and Chief Executive Officer, said: "We have been impressed at Microsemi with the calibre of engineering graduates in Ireland and we are confident about the future of the skill base in Ireland, hence our decision to make Ennis our European headquarters. Naming Ennis our European headquarters is a testament to the hard work and talent of the many employees who have built this facility into a world-class manufacturing, sales and engineering center and gateway for our European operations."

The announcement was made at a celebration commemorating the company’s 20-year anniversary in Ireland, which was attended by several senior company executives including James J. Peterson, Microsemi's president and chief executive officer.

(CD/GK)