This upcoming Dholera fab will produce chips for various industries, including automotive, mobile devices, and artificial intelligence (AI)
Tata Electronics has recently announced a strategic partnership with ASML. The agenda is to strengthen the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem and support the establishment of the country’s first commercial 300 mm semiconductor fabrication facility in Dholera, Gujarat.
This upcoming Dholera fab will produce chips for various industries, including automotive, mobile devices, artificial intelligence (AI), and other high-growth sectors, serving global customers. Tata Electronics has also partnered with Taiwan-based Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) to access a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies ranging from 28nm to 110nm process nodes.
Under this collaboration, ASML will provide its advanced lithography systems and semiconductor manufacturing solutions for Tata Electronics’ upcoming fab project. This partnership will play a huge role in the successful ramp-up of the facility, which is being developed with a planned investment of nearly US$11 billion.
Dr Randhir Thakur, CEO and Managing Director of Tata Electronics, emphasised that this collaboration will help build a resilient semiconductor supply chain in India while driving innovation and manufacturing excellence. He also mentioned that ASML’s expertise in lithography solutions would support the timely commissioning and scaling of the Dholera fab.
ASML President and CEO Christophe Fouquet highlighted India’s growing semiconductor ambitions and described the agreement as a significant milestone in building long-term partnerships in the country. He said ASML would contribute technological expertise and support talent development initiatives in India.
Apart from equipment deployment, the two companies will collaborate to develop domestic semiconductor talent, strengthen supply chains, and support research initiatives. Tata Electronics has already tied up with several Indian and international institutions to create a skilled workforce, which is considered critical for India’s semiconductor manufacturing ambitions.
