What Menta does

Menta SAS is a French semiconductor intellectual property company founded in 2007 and headquartered in Sophia-Antipolis, France, specializing in embedded FPGA (eFPGA) technology. The company licenses standard-cell-based programmable logic IP cores that integrate directly into ASICs and SoCs, enabling post-fabrication hardware reconfigurability across any foundry or process node from 180nm down to 5nm and below. Menta's technology allows semiconductor designers to combine FPGA-like post-silicon flexibility with ASIC-level performance, power efficiency, and integration, eliminating the need for separate standalone FPGA chips and supporting power savings of 10-50% versus traditional COT FPGAs.

The core product portfolio comprises Soft IP (eFPGA cores delivered as RTL or GDSII), the Origami Programmer EDA tool for synthesis, place-and-route, and bitstream generation, the MFC chiplet (50,000 logic cells, 96 DSPs, 2.36Mbits embedded RAM on 22nm), the MOSAICS-LP modular chiplet platform co-developed with CEA-List and supported by the French government and France 2030, and the AXI2FDI interface IP for UCIe chiplet connectivity. Revenue is generated primarily through IP licensing (perpetual and royalty-based), software tool licensing bundled with IP, training and onboarding programs (Menta Starter Pack), and volume production licensing. Menta serves aerospace/defense, automotive, IoT/IIoT, edge computing/telecom, and high-frequency trading customers including Renesas Electronics, Secafy, AIST, Beijing Chongxin Communication Technology, and Fraunhofer.

Menta operates globally through direct enterprise field sales and a network of regional sales representatives covering the US, Europe, Israel, South Korea, India, China, Taiwan, Japan, and broader APAC, alongside design house partners such as Presto Engineering, IC'Alps, Semifive, MosChip, and Interex for implementation services. The company has raised approximately €19.2M cumulatively across funding rounds from 2013-2023, including €7.5M debt funding from the European Investment Bank in 2022 and €6M with France 2030 support in 2023. With around 30 employees as of 2024, Menta positions itself as a European alternative in the FPGA IP market and a participant in European semiconductor sovereignty initiatives under the European ChipsAct framework.

Name

Menta

Legal name

Menta SAS

Website

https://menta-efpga.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Menta SAS, founded in 2007 and based in Sophia-Antipolis, France, licenses embedded FPGA (eFPGA) IP cores that integrate into ASICs and SoCs, enabling post-fabrication hardware reconfigurability for semiconductor customers across aerospace, automotive, IoT, and edge computing markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Semiconductor Intellectual Property (eFPGA IP)

NAICS

Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing (334413)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Hardware/Chip Design IP Cores (Processor, Interface, Analog, Security) (HDAHAFAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

AI Hardware IP & Chiplet/Packaging for Accelerators (EDA/IP, advanced packaging) (HDAAAAAL), Hardware Security EDA & IP (Secure Design, PUF, Crypto, Anti-Tamper) (HDAHAFAK), IP Enablement, Characterization & Porting Services (HDAHAFAI), Advanced SoCs & Application Processors (HDAHAAAB)

Keywords

• Embedded FPGA IP
• Semiconductor IP cores
• Chiplet platform
• Programmable logic IP
• ASIC design IP

Headquarters

HQ city

Montpellier

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. eFPGA IP Licensing: Licensing of embedded FPGA IP cores (Soft RTL or Hard GDSII) to semiconductor companies for integration into ASICs and SoCs; includes one-time license fees and ongoing support.
2. Software Tool Licensing (Origami Programmer): RTL to bitstream generation software licensing as part of eFPGA IP packages or standalone; includes synthesis, place & route, and STA capabilities.
3. Training and Services: Menta Starter Pack offering 2-day training sessions plus 6-week Origami Programmer access; design services through partnership ecosystem.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Menta licenses standard-cell-based embedded FPGA (eFPGA) IP cores to semiconductor companies for integration into ASICs, SoCs, and ASSPs across any foundry and process node. Its core deliverables are Soft IP (RTL or GDSII) eFPGA, the Origami Programmer EDA tool for synthesis/place-and-route/bitstream generation, and chiplet-based platforms (MOSAICS-LP, MFC, AXI2FDI IP). The company complements its IP with training (Menta Starter Pack), design services, and a low-cost Launch Pad program for defense and aerospace customers.

Product overview

Menta is a semiconductor IP provider specializing in embedded FPGA (eFPGA) technology. The core product offering is Soft IP (eFPGA IP) - standard-cell-based programmable logic cores deliverable as RTL or GDSII for integration into ASICs and SoCs at any foundry and process node. This is complemented by Origami Programmer, the configuration software for synthesis, place-and-route, and bitstream generation. The product portfolio extends to chiplet-based solutions including MOSAICS-LP (a modular chiplet platform developed with CEA-List) and MFC (Menta FPGA Chiplet, an eFPGA-based chiplet), plus AXI2FDI IP for UCIe interface connectivity. The Menta Starter Pack provides onboarding with training and limited Origami access, while Hardware Services and ASIC Partner Solutions offer implementation support. Applications span aerospace/defense, automotive/mobility, IoT/IIoT, edge computing, and high-frequency trading.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MOSAICS: Modular chiplet platform designed to accelerate the development of scalable, interoperable, and adaptive semiconductor architectures. Built around advanced chiplet integration strategies and powered by Menta's eFPGA technology.
• MFC (Menta FPGA Chiplet)
• Origami Programmer
• Launch Pad

Products and services

• Soft IP (eFPGA IP cores) Standard-cell-based embedded FPGA IP cores delivered as Soft RTL or Hard GDSII, integrable into any ASIC or SoC on any foundry and process node from 180nm to 5nm and below, with optional radiation-hardened variants. Licensed to semiconductor companies for integration into their products.
• Origami Programmer EDA software tool for synthesizing, placing and routing, running STA, and generating bitstreams for Menta's eFPGA architectures. Supports IEEE Verilog, SystemVerilog, and VHDL; usable standalone or via API in customer tool flows.
• Menta Starter Pack Onboarding package providing 2-day training (on-site or at Sophia-Antipolis), 6-week access to the Origami Programmer, sample RTL designs, and dedicated FAE support for ASIC/SoC teams evaluating eFPGA.
• MOSAICS-LP Chiplet Platform Modular chiplet platform for developing scalable, interoperable, and adaptive semiconductor architectures, using a universal chassis with a catalog of third-party chiplets. Targets edge computing, AI, IoT, automotive, and 5G/6G. Development kit available summer 2026; first tapeout planned Q1 2027.
• MFC (Menta FPGA Chiplet) eFPGA-based chiplet for modular system architectures, featuring 50,000 Logic Cells, 96 DSPs, and 2.36 Mbits of embedded RAM on 22nm technology, with UCIe and QSPI interface connectivity. Key building block within the MOSAICS ecosystem.
• AXI2FDI IP High-performance AXI to UCIe FDI interface IP for scalable system integration in chiplet architectures. Powered by Menta eFPGA, it enables protocol layer flexibility, security, traffic management, and customizable logic for accelerators and cryptography.
• Launch Pad Program Low-cost eFPGA technology access program for defense and aerospace customers, enabling test-chip fabrication with 100–10,000 LUTs on any current process node at up to 90% off standard licensing fees, with credits applicable toward production licenses.
• Menta's Solutions for ASIC & Semiconductor Partners Partnership program enabling ASIC and semiconductor manufacturers to integrate Menta's eFPGA technology, providing access to the IP portfolio, specialized integration knowledge, and dedicated technical support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Power consumption reduced by 10-50% compared to traditional COT FPGAs
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature6 records

Partnerships

34 partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• Presto EngineeringcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 June 2026Strategic collaboration to accelerate adaptive ASIC architectures combining Menta's eFPGA IP portfolio with Presto's ASIC design and industrialization expertise; Presto established as select design partner for Menta; enables customers to create ASIC/SoC solutions merging ASIC performance with post-deployment hardware adaptability; initially focused on Europe, targeting global markets including North America and Asia; serves aerospace, industrial, AI, security, and edge computing sectors.
• AIST (National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology)strategicOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 22 April 2026Japan's National Institute adopted Menta eFPGA IP for cryptography and hardware security programs; strategic expansion in Japanese semiconductor R&D market focused on industrial-grade reliability and long lifecycle systems.
• SecafystrategicOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 14 May 2025Japanese technology company licensed Menta eFPGA IP for chiplet-based secure semiconductor products; supports mission to develop highly secure and adaptable solutions for secure communications, AI, and edge computing.
• ArteriscoreTechnology or Integration · 3 December 2024Arteris network-on-chip (NoC) IP deployed in Menta's MOSAICS-LP chiplet platform; addresses performance and area efficiency challenges; enables efficient scaling while streamlining design process; supports edge AI and IoT computing applications.
• Tiempo SecurecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 July 2024Innovation partnership to provide flexible, certified Secure Enclave - eFPGA security IP solution; combines Menta's eFPGA with Tiempo Secure's TESIC-510 FPGA Secure Enclave IP (Common Criteria EAL5+ certified); enables cryptographic algorithm agility, updating after tape-out and in the field; addresses EU Cyber Resilience Act and US Cyber Trust Mark requirements; applications include SoC, HSM, Digital Authentication, and Aerospace.
• CEA-ListcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 January 2024Strategic research partnership for MOSAICS-LP chiplet platform development; CEA-List provides expertise in intelligent digital systems; collaboration supported by French government; joint booth at Chiplet Summit; CEA-List's C-SRAM technology integrated into NimbleAI computing engine.
• CodasipstrategicTechnology or IntegrationRISC-V processor IP provider partnership; combining Codasip's customizable RISC-V processors with Menta's eFPGA for adaptable compute architectures; Codasip's RISC-V CPU integrated into NimbleAI computing engine.
• Andes TechnologystrategicTechnology or IntegrationLeading RISC-V processor IP provider; partnership enables customizable and scalable SoC platforms combining Andes processors with Menta eFPGA for high-performance and energy-efficient embedded applications.
• GlobalFoundriesstrategicTechnology or IntegrationLeading semiconductor foundry partnership; deploying Menta eFPGA on GlobalFoundries processes (32SOI, 22FDX, 14LPP); enables flexible, high-performance, production-ready silicon solutions; Menta IP qualified with GF in 2017.
• Cadence (Secure-IC)strategicTechnology or IntegrationGlobal EDA leader partnership via Secure-IC acquisition; combining Cadence design capabilities with Menta eFPGA for secure, customizable, high-performance SoC and ASIC architectures addressing hardware security challenges.
• FraunhoferstrategicTechnology or IntegrationEuropean leading applied research organization partnership; enables development of advanced, application-driven semiconductor solutions; 2020 contract established for collaboration.
• SynopsysstrategicTechnology or IntegrationLeading EDA company partnership; Synopsys-based implementation flow ensures portability of Menta eFPGA across process geometries using automated standard EDA flow.
• Siemens EDAstrategicTechnology or IntegrationGlobal EDA and industrial software solutions leader partnership; integrating Siemens tools with Menta eFPGA for efficient design, simulation, and verification of advanced semiconductor systems.
• Beijing Chongxin Communication TechnologycoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerProduction contract for 20-40 million units per year; Menta became first eFPGA supplier embedded in a public product at such volume (2022); significant customer for high-volume applications.
• Renesas ElectronicscoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerLicense agreement for Menta eFPGA soft IP to power Renesas' low-density ForgeFPGA product line; enables faster time to market with RTL delivery in days vs months; includes Origami Programmer integration into GoConfigure software hub.
• NimbleAI ConsortiumstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean project advancing AI-driven solutions; Menta eFPGA IP integrated into computing engine with Codasip RISC-V CPU and CEA-List C-SRAM; deployed on NimbleAI prototyping MPSoC; enables custom instructions for computer vision and floating-point operations.
• RaaS (Research Association for Advanced Systems)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerJapan-based Research Association adopted Menta eFPGA for RaaS Edge Computing platform; expansion into Japan through collaborative initiative; next-generation edge computing platform integration.
• IC'AlpsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCustom ASIC design and supply chain management company; integrating eFPGA technology into ASIC development enabling flexible, future-proof designs.
• MinalogicminorOthersGlobal innovation cluster dedicated to digital technologies; ecosystem collaboration fostering advanced semiconductor and embedded solutions.
• Polytech MontpellierminorOthersLeading engineering school specializing in electronics and computer science; collaboration supports innovation and talent development in advanced hardware design and embedded systems.
• PQSecurestrategicTechnology or IntegrationPost-quantum cryptography solutions provider; implementing quantum-safe encryption on eFPGA enables flexible, hardware-based protection against emerging quantum threats.
• PQShieldstrategicTechnology or IntegrationPost-quantum cryptography IP provider; integrating quantum-safe encryption with eFPGA allows seamless deployment adaptable to evolving security standards.
• KiviCorestrategicTechnology or IntegrationEmbedded hardware security specialist with post-quantum, hashing, and encryption IP cores; European-developed cryptographic IP for FPGA/ASIC systems; combined with Menta eFPGA enables future-ready embedded security.
• XipherastrategicTechnology or IntegrationHardware-based cryptographic IP provider; deploying on eFPGA enables flexible, high-performance encryption directly at hardware level.
• imecstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal leader in nanoelectronics research and semiconductor innovation; combining imec R&D with eFPGA technology enables next-generation chip architectures and integration strategies.
• KIT (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading research university in engineering and technology; collaboration enables exploration of advanced architectures combining academic research with programmable hardware innovation.
• Siemens EDAstrategicTechnology or IntegrationGlobal leader in EDA and industrial software solutions; integrating Siemens tools with Menta eFPGA enables efficient design, simulation, and verification of advanced semiconductor systems.
• EPI ConsortiumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean processor development consortium of 27 partners; Menta joined in 2018 for microprocessor development.
• GSA (Global Semiconductor Alliance)strategicGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal semiconductor alliance connecting industry leaders across value chain; participation supports collaboration, innovation, and adoption of eFPGA technology; whitepaper contributions on IP trends.
• Design & ReuseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal platform connecting semiconductor companies and IP providers; enhances visibility and access to Menta eFPGA within global semiconductor ecosystem.
• Interex SemiconductorminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCustom silicon, ASIC design, semiconductor IP, and embedded software services in India; enables flexible, high-performance semiconductor solutions and brings adaptable computing to growing semiconductor ecosystem.
• MosChipminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSemiconductor and product engineering services across ASIC and SoC design; integrating eFPGA enables faster customization and efficient deployment of complex silicon solutions.
• SemifiveminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSemiconductor design services partner; collaboration enables accessible eFPGA integration for semiconductor customers.
• Trusted Semiconductor SolutionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHigh-reliability semiconductor and electronic assembly services for military/defense, space, avionics, and industrial applications; expertise in FPGA and IC package design.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Achronix Semiconductor: Direct competitor offering embedded FPGA (Speedcore) IP for ASIC/SoC integration. Closest comparable to Menta in target market (semiconductor companies needing programmable logic inside ASICs) and product category, though Achronix also sells standalone FPGAs and is larger.
• Flex Logix Technologies: Provides eFPGA IP cores based on a different architectural approach (not standard-cell) for integration into SoCs and ASICs. Closest competitor to Menta in the embedded FPGA IP licensing market with overlapping customer use cases in AI acceleration and chip design.
• QuickLogic: Supplies FPGA IP, chiplets, and ultra-low-power programmable logic for edge AI and IoT. Direct peer to Menta on reconfigurable IP for edge devices and overlapping chiplet strategy (eFPGA-based chiplets), though QuickLogic also offers complete sensor processing platforms.

Emerging players

• Efinix: Offers FPGA technology (Titanium/Trion families) with a programmable logic architecture targeting edge applications. Adjacent rather than direct eFPGA IP, but competes in similar AI/edge SoC customer conversations and offers comparable low-power programmable silicon.

Broad incumbents

• Synopsys: Global EDA and semiconductor IP leader whose DesignWare portfolio addresses adjacent and overlapping problems (interface IP, security IP, EDA flows). Partners with Menta for EDA flow portability but is a broad incumbent whose IP and ASIC design enablement compete at higher customer layers.
• Cadence Design Systems: Major EDA and IP vendor with a broad semiconductor IP catalog including connectivity, processor, and security IP. Large incumbent that competes at the system/IP-integration layer and partners with Menta through Secure-IC for security IP integration.
• AMD (Xilinx): Dominant standalone FPGA provider offering Versal adaptive SoC that combines programmable logic with hard processor cores. Represents the primary incumbent alternative customers evaluate against eFPGA-into-ASIC approaches; defines the technology roadmap for programmable logic.
• Lattice Semiconductor: Low-power FPGA leader with Nexus, Avant, and CertusPro-NX families targeting edge AI, automotive, and industrial applications. Competes for the same low-power, edge-oriented design wins where Menta positions its embedded FPGA as a lower-power alternative to traditional FPGAs.
• Microchip Technology (Microsemi): Provides radiation-tolerant FPGAs (RTG4, PolarFire) and SoCs aimed at aerospace/defense and industrial markets. Direct competitor in the same defense/aerospace segment Menta addresses with its radiation-hardened eFPGA through Trusted Semiconductor Solutions partnerships.

Others

• Renesas Electronics: Major Menta customer licensing eFPGA soft IP for the ForgeFPGA product line and integrating Origami Programmer. Not a competitor — included as an OEM/embedded partner demonstrating how Menta's IP proliferates through tier-1 semiconductor vendors into end markets like automotive and industrial.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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