GLOBAL FOUNDRIES PLAN 300 MM FAB IN CHINA

摘要

Global Foundries have signed a memorandum of understanding to drive its next phase of growth in China. Through a joint venture with the government of Chongqing, the company plans to expand its global manufacturing footprint by establishing a 300 mm fab in China. Global Foundries is also investing in expanding design support capabilities to better serve customers across the country. "China is the fastest growing semiconductor market, with more than half of the world's semiconductor consumption and a growing ecosystem of fabless companies competing on a global scale," said Global Foundries CEO Sanjay Jha. "We are pleased to partner with the Chongqing leadership to expand our investment in support of our growing Chinese customer base."