Under the partnership, ASML will support the establishment and ramp-up of Tata Electronics’ upcoming 300 mm (12-inch) semiconductor fabrication facility in Dholera, Gujarat.
The companies said the collaboration will focus on the deployment of ASML’s lithography tools and related solutions for the Dholera Fab. The technologies are intended to support operations at India’s first commercial 300 mm semiconductor fabrication facility.
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The partnership will also include development of local talent, lithography-focused skill development, supply chain initiatives and research infrastructure to support long-term operations of the fab.
According to the companies, the collaboration comes amid expanding strategic cooperation between India and the Netherlands in critical technologies, including semiconductor technology.
Tata Electronics and ASML said they will jointly work on domestic talent development, supply chain resilience and research initiatives linked to semiconductor manufacturing in India.
Dr Randhir Thakur, CEO & MD of Tata Electronics, said, “We are excited to partner with ASML, a company known for its innovation and leadership in lithography, and for enabling semiconductor customers globally. ASML’s deep expertise in holistic lithography solutions will ensure the timely ramp of our Fab in Dholera, create a resilient and trusted supply chain for our global customers, drive innovation, and develop local talent.”
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Christophe Fouquet, President and CEO, ASML, said, “India’s rapidly expanding semiconductor sector represents many compelling opportunities, and we are committed to establishing long-term partnerships in the region. Signing this Memorandum of Understanding today marks an important milestone, and we look forward to close collaboration with Tata Electronics and its broader ecosystem.
We believe Tata Electronics is strongly positioned to realize its ambitions in expanding semiconductor capabilities. We are pleased and honored to contribute our technological expertise and to help nurture talent in India.”
Tata Electronics is developing India’s first 300 mm commercial Fab in Dholera, Gujarat. With a planned total investment of $11 billion, the facility will manufacture semiconductors for a variety of applications across automotive, mobile devices, artificial intelligence (AI), and other key segments, to serve customers globally.
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Tata Electronics has strategically partnered with key global customers and ecosystem companies, starting with PSMC (Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation, Taiwan), thereby gaining access to a broad technology portfolio including 28nm, 40nm, 55nm, 90nm, and 110nm.
Construction of the plant is progressing rapidly. The partnership with ASML is strategic in the journey of Tata Electronics to develop partnerships across the entire semiconductor ecosystem, encompassing equipment, process and design technology, and materials.
