Samsung Electronics plans to start building its second semiconductor fabrication plant in Taylor, Texas, by the end of 2026. The facility, Taylor Fab 2, is slated for production to begin in 2030, while its first plant, Taylor Fab 1, is expected to commence operations in 2026.
Samsung's expansion in Texas signifies a significant investment in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing capacity, crucial for meeting growing demand in data centers and AI, and bolstering the global supply chain.
Samsung Electronics Co. announced plans to commence construction of its second semiconductor fabrication plant, Taylor Fab 2, in Taylor, Texas, by the end of 2026. The company aims for the new facility to begin mass production in 2030.
During a conference call discussing its earnings report, Samsung stated that the construction of its first plant in Taylor, Taylor Fab 1, is progressing as planned and is expected to start operations in 2026. Following this, production capacity for its 2-nanometer process technology will be gradually expanded.
The company is also considering securing additional fabrication capacity for its 1.4-nanometer process technology in response to growing customer inquiries. Detailed plans will be developed based on customer orders and discussions. Samsung is transitioning its mature processes to more profitable 3-nanometer production while concentrating resources on high-value specialty products.
As part of its mid- to long-term growth strategy and in anticipation of a prolonged memory chip shortage, Samsung is also expanding long-term supply agreements with major global data center and artificial intelligence customers.
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