KEDAH, MALAYSIA – Ichia Technologies has inaugurated its second state-of-the-art facility at Kulim Hi-Tech Park (KHTP). The $102 million investment establishes a 55,000-square-meter plant on an 11-acre site that integrates automation, AI and IoT systems in alignment with Industry 4.0 principles.
MILPITAS, CA – Global silicon wafer shipments are projected to rebound 5.4%, rising from 12,165 million square inches (MSI) in 2024 to 12,824 MSI, according to the latest forecast from SEMI. The association anticipates consistent growth through 2028, when shipments are expected to reach a record 15,485 MSI, propelled by surging demand across artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing markets.
WATERBURY, CT – Element Solutions, the parent company of MacDermid Alpha Electronics, on Oct. 28 announced a definitive agreement with Celanese to acquire its Micromax subsidiary for approximately $500 million in cash, subject to adjustments.