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United Semiconductor Japan to invest 5.7 billion yen in Mie fab production expansion
Monday, February 2, 2026 at 08:06 PM
United Semiconductor Japan (USJC) is investing 5.7 billion yen to increase semiconductor production capacity at its facility in Kuwana, Mie Prefecture. The investment aims to strengthen the supply chain for power semiconductors and other essential components.
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United Semiconductor Japan (USJC), a subsidiary of UMC, is investing 5.7 billion yen to expand production capacity at its 300mm wafer fabrication plant in Kuwana, Mie Prefecture. This capital injection is primarily aimed at boosting the facility's output for power semiconductors and automotive logic chips. The project involves the installation of manufacturing equipment to address persistent demand for specialty chips used in electric vehicles and industrial automation.
This expansion underscores UMC’s commitment to strengthening its manufacturing presence in Japan and securing its role within the regional semiconductor supply chain. By increasing the production of mature node technologies, USJC provides critical support to Japanese automotive giants seeking more resilient local sourcing options. The equipment upgrades are expected to be implemented throughout the current fiscal year, further optimizing the fab’s operational scale and efficiency to meet the rising requirements of the global automotive sector.
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