[News] Global Power Semiconductor Developments: Three New Updates from Factories Worldwide

Recently, three major power semiconductor factories across different regions have announced significant updates, drawing renewed attention to the industry:

Infineon has commenced construction on a new backend factory in Thailand.

Indichip and Japan’s YMTL have jointly invested $1.6 billion to build India’s first silicon carbide (SiC) wafer factory.

Fuji Electric has begun mass production of 6-inch silicon carbide power semiconductors in Japan.

These developments signal the rapid growth of the global power semiconductor industry.

Thailand: Infineon Breaks Ground on New Semiconductor Backend Facility

On January 14, 2025, Infineon officially broke ground on its new semiconductor backend production facility in Samut Prakan, south of Bangkok, Thailand. The move aims to optimize and diversify its manufacturing operations further.

The first building of the facility is expected to begin operations in early 2026, with future capacity expansions to be flexibly managed based on market demand.

India: $1.6 Billion Investment in Silicon Carbide Wafer Factory

Indichip Semiconductors Ltd., a power semiconductor startup headquartered in Amaravati, India, has partnered with Japan’s Yitoa Micro Technology (YMTL) to invest ₹140 billion (approximately $1.6 billion) in building a silicon carbide wafer factory in Andhra Pradesh, India.

The initial capacity of the factory is projected to be around 10,000 wafers per month. Within two to three years, this capacity is expected to expand to 50,000 wafers per month. Indichip’s initial focus will be on 6-inch SiC wafers, with plans to transition to 8-inch wafers in the future.

Japan: Mass Production of 6-Inch Silicon Carbide Power Semiconductors Begins

According to Japanese media, Fuji Electric has commenced mass production of 6-inch silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors at its semiconductor manufacturing facility in Aomori Prefecture, Japan, as of December 2024.

Fuji Electric had initially planned to begin mass production in the summer of 2024. However, due to a decline in global electric vehicle (EV) sales and reduced demand, the schedule was delayed. The production facility, operated by Fuji Electric Tsugaru Semiconductor, a subsidiary of Fuji Electric, is located in Goshogawara City, Aomori Prefecture.

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