Kelington lands Tata Electronics fab role in India

KUALA LUMPUR: Kelington Group Bhd and India's Tata Electronics have formed a partnership to advance the development of Tata's fabrication facility in Dholera, Gujarat. Kelington will contribute to the implementation of critical infrastructure and systems necessary for semiconductor manufacturing. This collaboration aims to help Tata Electronics expedite the facility's readiness for silicon wafer production and explore the establishment of local talent and advanced engineering capabilities in India.

Kelington Group CEO Lim Seng Chuan emphasized that the proposed partnership for the Dholera facility is designed to meet the stringent requirements of semiconductor manufacturing. The chip manufacturing facility in Dholera is a key component of Tata Electronics' semiconductor manufacturing plans. With an anticipated investment of US$11 billion, the 12-inch fab will manufacture semiconductor products for various applications, including automotive, mobile devices, and artificial intelligence, catering to both domestic and global customers.

Tata Electronics CEO and Managing Director Randhir Thakur highlighted that a semiconductor fabrication facility necessitates collaboration with an extensive ecosystem of partners possessing deep technical expertise. Tool hookup plays a crucial role in establishing a reliable, efficient, and high-performance fab environment, ensuring seamless integration of sophisticated equipment and operational excellence right from the start.

Thakur expressed satisfaction in partnering with Kelington as they advance the development of their semiconductor fab in Dholera, Gujarat. Together, they intend to create a world-class semiconductor manufacturing environment that will contribute to India's semiconductor ambitions and meet their goal of timely delivery of high-quality chips for global customers.