China’s SiCarrier Technology Co. Ltd. has unveiled two domestically developed electronic design automation (EDA) software tools through its subsidiary, signalling a significant advancement in the country’s ongoing push for semiconductor self-sufficiency. The launch reflects China’s accelerating efforts to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers amid intensifying global technology competition.

The new EDA platforms are designed to support complex chip design and printed circuit board (PCB) workflows—areas historically dominated by foreign players. SiCarrier’s software suite aims to strengthen the nation’s semiconductor supply chain by providing advanced design capabilities fully based on Chinese intellectual property.

Industry observers note that while China’s EDA landscape remains in the early stages compared to global leaders, the introduction of SiCarrier’s new tools demonstrates tangible progress in bridging that gap. The software could help local chipmakers develop and verify next-generation semiconductors more efficiently, particularly as access to Western design tools becomes increasingly restricted.

Founded in 2021, SiCarrier has quickly emerged as a key player in China’s semiconductor equipment and technology sector. Its latest innovation highlights the growing ambition of domestic firms to establish a complete, independent ecosystem spanning chip design, manufacturing, and equipment development—an essential step in strengthening China’s position in the global semiconductor race.