VSMC opens its first 12-inch fab in Tampines, Singapore
VisionPower Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (VSMC) is a joint venture established by Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation and NXP Semiconductors. Following 22 months of construction, the fab successfully processed its first sample lot.
VisionPower Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (VSMC), the joint venture established in September 2024 by Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation (VIS) and NXP Semiconductors, has announced the opening of its first 12-inch (300mm) fab in Tampines, Singapore.
Following 22 months of construction, the fab successfully processed its first sample lot, achieving yields above 99%, and remains on track to begin volume production as scheduled, according to a press release.
The fab will support process technologies ranging from 130nm to 40nm for mixed-signal, power management, analog, and interposer applications serving the high-performance computing (HPC), mobile, automotive, industrial, and consumer end markets.
The fab adopts a fully automated smart manufacturing model, integrating artificial intelligence and digital management technologies to continuously enhance operational efficiency and customer service quality. At full capacity by 2029, the fab is expected to produce approximately 44,000 12-inch wafers per month, create around 1,600 jobs, and further strengthen Singapore's semiconductor ecosystem.
“With the fab now officially operational, we will be better positioned to meet our customers' growing demand for specialty IC manufacturing, further strengthen the resilience of the global semiconductor supply chain, and contribute to the continued growth of Singapore's high-tech industry and semiconductor ecosystem,” said Leuh Fang, VSMC and VIS Chairman
“The VSMC joint venture fab marks an important milestone in further strengthening NXP’s manufacturing base and assurance to support long-term customer demand,” said Rafael Sotomayor, President and Chief Executive Officer of NXP Semiconductors. “Building on decades of operations and investment in Singapore, VSMC enhances our geographic resilience, supply control, and cost competitiveness, while advancing our differentiated hybrid manufacturing strategy.”
Cindy Koh, Executive Vice President, Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), said VSMC’s efforts across carbon abatement, energy efficiency and water recycling reflect its commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices in Singapore.
