VSMC Singapore 12-inch Fab Opens, Strengthening NXPI Supply Resilience
Sep 28, 2026, 12:43 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Adds a new 12-inch capacity node in Singapore with high first-lot yields, supporting NXPI’s ability to meet long-term demand and reduce regional supply risk; potential for favorable cost and utilization dynamics as ramp progresses.
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VisionPower's VSMC, a VIS-NXP joint venture, opened Singapore's first 12-inch fab with risk production now and volume planned for 2027. The facility targets 130–40nm mixed-signal and power devices for HPC, automotive, and industrial markets, aiming for 44,000 wafers/month by 2029. This expands NXPI's manufacturing footprint and enhances regional supply security.
VSMC opens its first 12-inch Tampines fab; volume production expected Q1 2027.
First sample lot yields above 99%; full capacity by 2029: ~44k wafers/mo.
Process range 130nm–40nm for mixed-signal, power, analog, interposer tech.
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