Top 10 foundries face tariffs and subsidies, 1Q revenue declines
June 11, 2025
The global foundry industry recorded USD 36.4 billion in revenue for Q1 2025, representing a 5.4% quarter-on-quarter decline, according to TrendForce. The revenue drop was softened by last-minute rush orders ahead of the US reciprocal tariff exemption deadline and continued demand driven by China’s 2024 consumer subsidy program.
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Siemens expands OSAT Alliance to boost US chip supply chains
June 06, 2025
Mosaic Microsystems will use Siemens‘ EDA technologies to develop ADKs for its thin glass substrate technology, while NHanced Semiconductors will employ Siemens EDA tech to develop ADKs for their silicon interposer-based tech.
Chemical mechanical planarization market to reach $10.5B by 2035
May 13, 2025
This upward trajectory is driven by the increased complexity in semiconductor architectures, growing demand for miniaturized electronic components, and the expanding integration of advanced node technology across the microelectronics industry.
imec spin-off eyeo raises €15 million to give cameras perfect eyesight
May 08, 2025
eyeo, a new imec spin-off, has raised EUR 15 million in seed funding, co-led by imec.xpand, Invest-NL, joined by QBIC fund, High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) and Brabant Development Agency (BOM). The spin-off aims to revolutionise the imaging market for consumer, industrial, XR and security applications by drastically increasing the light sensitivity of image sensors.
IQE and X-FAB to develop European-based GaN Power device platform
April 10, 2025
IQE plc, a supplier of compound semiconductor wafer products and advanced material solutions, and X-FAB Silicon Foundries have entered into a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to create a European-based GaN Power device platform solution.
Chip industry veteran KC Ang to head Tata Electronics’ foundry unit
April 03, 2025
Ang has worked extensively in countries such as Malaysia, Germany, the US and China. Most recently, he was President–Asia and Chairman–China at Global Foundries, where he served for over 15 years.
FAMES Pilot Line launches open-access call for EU chip industry
March 25, 2025
Participants whose requests are selected will have access to FAMES technologies as they become available. Open-Access Calls will take place each spring through 2028.
Foundry market hits $38.5B as top 10 dominate with 96% share
March 11, 2025
The global foundry industry reached a new revenue record of USD 38.48 billion in Q4 2024, driven by strong demand for advanced process nodes in AI servers, flagship smartphone application processors, and new PC platforms, reports TrendForce. The top 10 foundries achieved nearly 10% QoQ revenue growth, despite weakening demand for mature process technologies.
Ortel transfer wafer fabrication to CPFC
January 29, 2025
Ortel, a Photonics Foundries company, has transferred wafer fabrication for its C-Band, High-Power, Continuous Wave Laser Module platform to the Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre (CPFC), a pure-play III-V semiconductor wafer foundry.
L&T Semiconductor Technologies unveils $10 bn fab plan
January 27, 2025
Huge silicon fabrication plant investment dependent on revenue targets
"China for China" gains momentum among European tech companies
January 09, 2025
Geopolitical dynamics are accelerating the formation of the “China for China” supply chain, driven by China’s vast domestic market. This trend is particularly evident in the automotive sector, says TrendForce pointing to its latest research.
3Q24 global top 10 foundry revenues reach record highs
December 05, 2024
TrendForce reports that despite a weak economy in Q3 2024, new smartphone and PC launches, along with strong demand for AI servers, boosted wafer foundry capacity utilisation compared to Q2.
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Mature process capacity to grow 6% in 2025
October 30, 2024
According to TrendForce's investigations, China's domestic IC substitution policies will allow Chinese foundries to account for the majority of the expansion in mature process capacity in 2025. Despite ongoing price pressure, the top 10 mature process foundries globally are expected to have a 6% rise in capacity by 2025.
NexChip and Samsung Foundry lead LCD and OLED driver IC markets
October 23, 2024
NexChip and Samsung Foundry have emerged as major leaders in the display driver IC (DDIC) industry for 3Q24, according to the most recent insights from Omdia's Display Driver IC industry Tracker.
UMC and Ngee Ann Polytechnic to strengthen semiconductor talent pipeline
October 01, 2024
UMC’s Singapore fab expansion is set to begin operations in 2026, and is expected to create significant job opportunities for engineering talents. The company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP) to enhance training for engineering talents and expand the workforce for the semiconductor industry.
Urgent orders boost wafer foundry utilisation in Q2
September 03, 2024
Customers have started to restock components following the arrival of China's 618 mid-year shopping season and consumer electronics inventory levels approaching healthy levels. This has led to urgent orders for wafer foundries, reports TrendForce.
Rogue Valley Microdevices bags $6.7m from US Chips Act
July 25, 2024
Florida-headquartered Rogue Valley Microdevices (RVM) has secured government support to build a pure play microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and sensor foundry facility.
SK to restructure chip processing and distribution arm?
July 18, 2024
SK Group is rumoured to be planning an internal reorganisation that will merge SK Inc's semiconductor processing and distribution company, Essencore, with its industrial gas company, SK materials airplus.
US government approves $400m grant to GlobalWafers
July 17, 2024
The Biden administration will assign USD 400 million to help Globalwafers develop its manufacturing projects in Texas and Missouri.
Halo secures $80m to accelerate laser manufacturing tech
July 16, 2024
California's Halo Industries has raised up to USD 80 million in a series B. It says the funding will help to commercialise its laser manufacturing platform for the semiconductor industry.
TSMC to begin trial production of 2nm chips
July 12, 2024
Market-leading contract chip firm TSMC is rumoured to be gearing up its 2nm process at its Baoshan Plant in Hsinchu, Taiwan. Reports says the chips could be destined for Apple's forthcoming iPhone 17.
US government launches $1.6bn advanced chip R&D competition
July 10, 2024
The CHIPS for America program will make awards of around USD 150 million each to promote private sector investment in five research areas.
Dentressangle in talks to acquire Presto Engineering
July 09, 2024
French investment group Dentressangle has made a move for its compatriot firm Presto Engineering, which specialises in ASIC design, testing and production.
Demand from AMD and Nvidia drives FOPLP development
July 03, 2024
In 2016, TSMC developed and named its InFO FOWLP technology, and applied it to the A10 processor used in the iPhone 7. Since then, OSAT providers have been striving to develop FOWLP and FOPLP technologies to offer more cost-effective packaging solutions, TrendForce reports.
Top 10 global foundries see 4.3% QoQ drop in 1Q24
June 12, 2024
The first quarter of 2024 marked the entry of a traditional off-season for the consumer end, according to a survey by TrendForce. Orders were mainly for restocking inventory, and the supply chain was slow overall. Economic risks like inflation and geopolitical conflicts led to revisions in forecasts for automotive and industrial equipment. AI servers played a key role in supporting the supply chain. Despite this, the top 10 global foundries saw a 4.3% revenue drop to USD 29.2 billion.
Siliconware Precision breaks ground on Malaysian plant
May 28, 2024
Taiwan's semiconductor packaging and testing company Siliconware Precision Industries is pressing ahead with its development of a new $1.2 billion facility in Bandar Cassia Technology Park, Penang.
US tariff barriers boosts Utilisation rates at Taiwanese foundries
May 22, 2024
The White House announced new tariffs on Chinese imports on May 14th, including a 50% tariff on semiconductor products manufactured in China, which will take effect by 2025. Something that has led to an increase in orders for Taiwanese foundries.
Niacet invests $50m in US chip chemicals business
May 20, 2024
Irish manufacturer Niacet Specialty Chemicals has announced a major expansion of its Niagara Falls facility to boost its presence in the growing New York semiconductor supply chain.
Edwards starts production at new site in Asan City, Korea
May 20, 2024
The new 15,000m2 factory will manufacture abatement systems and integrated vacuums, which are used in the global manufacture of semiconductors.
E&R breaks ground on Taiwanese expansion
May 15, 2024
Advanced laser and plasma equipment manufacturer E&R Technology has officially broken ground on its new plant at Taiwan Qiaotou Science Park.
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