Key facts
- Fujifilm will invest approximately 800 crore rupees ($83 million) in India.
- The investment will establish a semiconductor materials plant in Dholera, Gujarat.
- The plant aims to localize critical raw materials for semiconductor fabrication.
- Tata Electronics is building a semiconductor Fab in Dholera, Gujarat.
- Fujifilm will supply advanced semiconductor materials to Tata Electronics' Fab.
- The partnership supports India's goal of becoming a global semiconductor manufacturing hub.
Fujifilm Corporation and Tata Electronics have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate the development of a semiconductor materials ecosystem in India. As part of the agreement, Fujifilm will invest approximately 800 crore rupees (US$83 million) in phases to establish a semiconductor materials plant in the Dholera Special Investment Region (DSIR) in Gujarat. This initiative aims to localize the development of critical raw materials needed for semiconductor fabrication and support Tata Electronics' upcoming semiconductor Fab in the region.
The partnership aligns with India's broader strategy to become a significant player in the global semiconductor manufacturing value chain. Fujifilm, a global leader in semiconductor materials, will leverage its expertise to supply advanced materials tailored for Tata Electronics' facility. The collaboration also intends to support Indian chemical manufacturers by providing technology and process know-how.
Dr. Randhir Thakur, CEO & MD of Tata Electronics, stated that the partnership is a crucial step in strengthening the semiconductor materials supply chain for their Dholera Fab, enhancing resilience for global customers and supporting India's ambition to be a trusted global hub for semiconductor manufacturing. Teiichi Goto, President of FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation, highlighted India's expanding semiconductor market as a critical opportunity for Fujifilm's business growth, emphasizing the role of the partnership in advancing the country's semiconductor industry.