The agreement with the Gujarat State Electronics Mission will explore setting up a semiconductor materials production facility in Dholera, supporting India's semiconductor ambitions, local manufacturing ecosystem and resilient domestic supply chain development.
FUJIFILM India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gujarat State Electronics Mission (GSEM) under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of Gujarat, to explore opportunities for manufacturing semiconductor materials in India. The agreement was signed at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Vadodara and aims to strengthen the country's semiconductor supply chain while supporting the government's vision of making India a global semiconductor hub.
Under the MoU, FUJIFILM India will assess the feasibility of establishing a semiconductor materials production facility in Dholera. The company said it will work with government agencies, industry bodies and private enterprises to support the development of a robust domestic semiconductor ecosystem. The initiative is expected to contribute to India's self-reliance in critical semiconductor materials amid growing demand from sectors such as electronics, automotive, telecommunications and artificial intelligence.
Focus on local manufacturing
Commenting on the development, Koji Wada, Managing Director, FUJIFILM India, said, “At FUJIFILM India, we have been closely assessing opportunities across the Indian market and evaluating how our diverse businesses can contribute to the country's long-term growth and innovation ambitions. This MoU marks an important milestone in that journey and brings us a step closer to realizing our plans for investment in Dholera. Guided by our Group Purpose of 'Giving our world more smiles,' we believe innovation should create meaningful value for society. By supporting the development of critical technologies and manufacturing capabilities in India, we hope to contribute to economic growth and technological advancement of the nation."
Supporting India's semiconductor ecosystem
Highlighting the company's expertise in electronic materials, Abhi Shekhar Singh, National Head – Strategy & Business Development, Electronic Materials Division, FUJIFILM India, added, “FUJIFILM Electronic Materials develops and manages chemical formulations that power the most critical processes of semiconductor technology. We are a diverse, global supplier that delivers tailored support where our customers need us most. The spirit of partnership drives everything we do, our commitment to the continued success and innovation of our customers is our primary focus. Globally, Fujifilm recognizes its vital role in supporting and advancing many of the changes we see in our everyday lives and now we are gearing up to introduce our technology to the semiconductor ecosystem in India which will support Today’s aspirational India which will guarantee of tomorrow’s Viksit Bharat.”
With more than 20 production facilities worldwide, Fujifilm Electronic Materials considers India a strategic growth market. The company said the proposed initiative aligns with the Make in India programme by promoting local manufacturing, technology collaboration and supply chain development to support the country's long-term semiconductor ambitions.
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