Request for Proposals Open Until July 14; Informational Webinar June 24

MILPITAS, Calif. – June 18, 2025 – FlexTech, a SEMI Technology Community, today issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to advance flexible hybrid electronics (FHE) technologies, including the development of advanced materials and additive processing. Selected projects will receive cash awards ranging from $250,000 to $750,000. The program is funded by the Army Research Laboratory (ARL). ARL funding will be matched with contributions by selected recipients to cover total project cost.

The RFP seeks proposals targeting FHE advances in the following areas:

1. Advanced Materials
2. Integrated Digital Twin Platforms for Multiscale, Multimaterial, Additive Electronics Manufacturing
3. System Integration, Reliability, and Standards for Scalable FHE and Additive Electronics Manufacturing
4. Restricted Open Topics
   • Market & Application Landscape Assessment
   • Process Development Kit for FHE
   • 3D Geometry & Co-Design Tools 

Organizations submitting proposals will be evaluated based on their capabilities, experiences, and strengths. See the FlexTech 2025 RFP for more details on the evaluation process.

White Paper Submissions

White paper submissions, the first step in responding to the RFP, are due July 14, 2025. Following the review of white papers by the RFP review committee, FlexTech will invite selected organizations to submit full proposals. The committee consists of FlexTech Council members and other subject matter experts (SMEs). Evaluation criteria include:

• Rationale
• Budget
• Collaboration value
• Dual-use (industry and military) applicability
• Relevance to the FHE ecosystem
• Schedules and milestones
• Reasonable and stretch deliverables
• Overall proposal quality 

Request for Proposals Webinar

To help organizations craft their proposals, FlexTech staff will review the RFP topics and the submission and review process during a live webinar on June 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. PDT. A recording will be available for registrants unable to attend the event. Register for the webinar.

About FlexTech RFPs

FlexTech RFPs support technical approaches that are revolutionary or have a significant element of risk, as well as approaches that are evolutionary improvements upon existing capability, which tend to be less risky and involve shorter development and delivery intervals.

The community encourages partnerships among industrial companies, R&D organizations, and university teams. Development partners retain ownership of intellectual property developed under FlexTech agreements. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

About FlexTech

FlexTech is an industry-led public/private partnership that brings together scientists, engineers, and business development professionals from industry, government, and universities to collaboratively initiate research and the development of the infrastructure required to develop world-class FHE devices and products. Learn more. 

About SEMI

SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.  

Association Contact

Sherrie Gutierrez/SEMI Corporate
Phone: 1.831.889.3800
Email: [email protected]

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Event registration now open, with expanded programming and support from key Arizona partners

Milpitas, CA – June 16, 2025 — SEMI, the industry association serving the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced strategic partnerships for this year’s SEMICON® West with Alliance Sponsors Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC), and Visit Phoenix. These collaborations reflect a shared commitment to accelerating Arizona’s semiconductor growth and ensuring a strong global industry presence when SEMICON West debuts in Phoenix, Arizona, this October 7-9 at the Phoenix Convention Center. Registration is open — early-bird rates end June 27. 

“Bringing SEMICON West to Phoenix speaks to the prominence of Arizona in the global semiconductor landscape,” said Joe Stockunas, president of SEMI Americas. “With strong support from the state and local governments and organizations like the ACA, GPEC, and Visit Phoenix, Arizona has successfully attracted such major industry players as Intel, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), Amkor, and more than 100 companies in the semiconductor ecosystem. As the industry continues on its path toward $1 trillion in global revenue, Arizona has solidified itself as a key state driving growth and innovation.” 

SEMICON West brings together global leaders from across the microelectronics industry to address critical industry priorities – from advanced manufacturing and supply chain resilience to sustainability and workforce development. Themed Stronger Together – Shaping a Sustainable Future in Talent, Technology, and Trade, SEMICON West 2025 will feature opportunities to network with more than 700 companies across two levels of the Phoenix Convention Center. This year’s event is expected to be the largest SEMICON West exhibition in two decades, with approximately a 25% expansion over 2024. Exhibition space sold out in November 2024 and 285 companies remain on the waiting list. 

“As North America’s leader in new semiconductor investment, Arizona is perfectly positioned to convene the chip industry's brightest minds and shape the future of this all-important technology,” said Sandra Watson, President and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority. "We are incredibly grateful to SEMI for their commitment to Arizona and look forward to working with all our partners to make this year's conference the biggest and best SEMICON West yet!”

Program highlights include:

• CEO Summit Keynotes: Industry experts and government leaders will offer insights into global trends impacting semiconductors.
• SEMI Workforce Development Pavilion: A space connecting job seekers with employers and showcasing strategies to build the industry’s talent pipeline.
• Focused Forums: Sessions on Cybersecurity, Smart Data/AI, Smart Manufacturing, Smart Mobility, Smart MedTech, and Sustainability.
• Technical Tracks: Including the Test Vision Symposium, Advanced Packaging, and additional tracks covering critical areas of microelectronics innovation.
• Supply Chain Sessions: Focused on strengthening global semiconductor supply chains and strategies for building long-term resilience
• SEMI Market Symposium and the Bulls and Bears Panel: Expert analysis and forecasts on market dynamics.
• SEMI Leaders & Legends Honors Dinner: Held at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, we will recognize outstanding executives who have shaped the semiconductor industry and include a special presentation of the inaugural 2025 SEMI Silicon Medal. Invited guests include SEMI member company executives from around the world and public officials from Arizona.
• Canyon on Third: An open-air networking and entertainment hub on 3rd Street.
• SEMIquest: An immersive, hands-on pop-up exhibition that introduces students, educators, and families to the world of semiconductors.

Together, the ACA, GPEC, and Visit Phoenix are helping to amplify the visibility of SEMICON West in its new host city*, expand engagement with key stakeholders, and support meaningful collaboration across the broader semiconductor ecosystem. Since 2020, Arizona has secured more than 40 semiconductor expansions, $202 billion in capital investment, and nearly 16,000 industry jobs with more on the horizon.

For more information, please visit the SEMICON West website. For press interested in attending SEMICON West 2025, please contact Sherrie Gutierrez at [email protected]. 

*SEMICON West will continue to be held at the Moscone Center in San Francisco on alternating years, including in 2026.

About SEMI

SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.  

About Arizona Commerce Authority

The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is the state’s leading economic development organization with a streamlined mission to grow and strengthen Arizona’s economy. The ACA uses a three-pronged approach to advance the overall economy: attract, expand, create – attract out-of-state companies to establish operations in Arizona; work with existing companies to expand their business in Arizona and beyond; and help entrepreneurs create new Arizona businesses in targeted industries. For more information, please visit azcommerce.com and follow the ACA on X @azcommerce.

About Greater Phoenix Economic Council

The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC), globally recognized as a top economic development organization (EDO), works to attract and grow quality businesses and advocate for the competitiveness of Greater Phoenix. A data-driven regional EDO, GPEC works with 22 member communities, Maricopa and Pinal counties, and more than 220 private investors to accomplish its mission and serve as a strategic partner to companies across the world as they expand or relocate to Greater Phoenix. Over the past 35 years, GPEC has fueled the regional economy by helping over 1,000 companies, creating nearly 190,000 jobs and $69.4 billion in capital investment. Greater Phoenix is in a relentless pursuit of innovative and entrepreneurial-focused companies looking to thrive and scale in a vibrant, dynamic region. There is an undeniable spirit about Greater Phoenix; one rooted in strength, collaboration and resilience. Greater Phoenix is Greater Together. For more information about GPEC and how we can assist your businesses, visit www.gpec.org.

About Visit Phoenix

Visit Phoenix is a non-profit organization that promotes the Greater Phoenix community to a global audience of travelers and books conventions into the Phoenix Convention Center and area hotels and resorts. Visit Phoenix cultivates and maintains relationships with convention and meeting planners, journalists and influencers, travel agents and tour operators.

Association Contact

Sherrie Gutierrez/SEMI Corporate
Phone: 1.831.889.3800
Email: [email protected]

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Benjamin Loh, Chairman of Comet AG, Elected Vice Chair

MILPITAS, Calif. — June 12, 2025 — SEMI, the industry association representing the global electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced that its International Board of Directors has elected Dr. Tien Wu, CEO of Advanced Semiconductor Engineering, Inc. (ASE), as its new chair, and Benjamin Loh, Chair of Comet AG, as its new vice chair, effective immediately, in accordance with the association's by-laws. 

Wu and Loh will lead the SEMI International Board of Directors Executive Committee in evolving the association’s operations, programs and services worldwide to support industry growth and its member companies. Wu previously served as vice chair of the board, while Loh served as a board member.

“We congratulate Tien and Benjamin on their election and look forward to working with them both in their new roles on the SEMI International Board Executive Committee,” said SEMI president and CEO Ajit Manocha. “Both have demonstrated their passion for tackling challenges facing the global semiconductor industry and accelerating its growth in their prior roles on the board. In their new leadership roles, we will collaborate to increase member value across all of our regions and raise SEMI’s standing as a trusted partner to key governments on policies to advance the industry’s crucial role in technology innovation.”

Wu concurrently serves as Chief Operating Officer and a member of the Board of Directors at ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. Prior to joining ASE, he held a range of leadership roles at IBM, spanning R&D, manufacturing, and sales across the United States, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. He was elected to the United States National Academy of Engineering in recognition of his contributions to sustainable electronics manufacturing and advancements in the high-volume production of semiconductor packaging. Wu holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from National Taiwan University, and he earned his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics from the University of Pennsylvania.

Loh most recently served as chairman of the management board, president, and CEO for ASM International, as well as a non-executive director of ASMPT. Earlier in his career, Loh held non-executive director positions at Schneeberger, Schweiter Technologies AG, and Liteq BV. He also served in executive leadership positions at Oerlikon Corporations, Veeco Instruments, FEI and VAT Vacuum Valves. Loh holds a degree in electronic engineering from the Tohoku University in Japan.

Wu replaces Mary Puma, executive advisor at Axcelis Technologies, Inc. and its former CEO and executive chairperson, as chair of the SEMI International Board Executive Committee. 

“We thank Mary for her unwavering commitment through her 22 years of dedicated service on the SEMI International Board,” Manocha said. “Mary helped guide the expansion of key SEMI programs to advance the global semiconductor industry such as Advocacy, Sustainability, and especially Workforce Development, in her additional role as SEMI Foundation Board Chair advising on this vital program. I deeply appreciate her partnership and passionate commitment to developing talent, rooted in our shared belief that the future of our industry depends not just on innovation, but on the people behind it.”

Wu has also taken on the role of chair of the SEMI Foundation Board. As the non-profit arm of SEMI, the SEMI Foundation drives the SEMI Workforce Development program.

The 18 voting directors and 11 emeritus directors on the SEMI International Board reflect the global scope of the association’s activities. SEMI directors are elected by the general membership as voting members of the Board and can serve a total of five three-year terms.

About SEMI

SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.

Association Contact

Sherrie Gutierrez/SEMI
Phone: 1.831.889.3800 
Email: [email protected] 

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RFP Informational Webinar Scheduled on June 13 and White Paper Proposals Due on June 20

MILPITAS, Calif. – June 11, 2025 – The MEMS & Sensors Industry Group (MSIG), a SEMI Technology Community, today announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) for advanced technology development of positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) components and systems, including their manufacture. The full RFP document includes more information on the proposal submission process. 

The MSIG PNT program, a public-private partnership between SEMI and the U.S. Army Research Laboratory, advances PNT solutions that pinpoint the position of mobile and stationary assets, enabling their navigation in critical situations. When GPS signals are lost, current solutions in the marketplace use inertial measurement units (IMUs) to maintain positioning accuracy. However, errors over time make position determination unreliable.

SEMI MSIG anticipates announcing multiple awards to teams or U.S. organizations with a wide range of research and development (R&D) capabilities. White paper proposals are due June 20, 2025, at 5:00 pm PDT.

SEMI MSIG and the Army Research Laboratory have identified specific PNT R&D thrust areas for focus:

• Thrust Area 1: Novel Materials, Fabrication, Packaging, and Testing Techniques for Low-SWaP-C Inertial and PNT Sensors
  Thrust Area 2: Advanced Active and Passive Integrated Photonics for Low-SWaP-C Atomic Clocks and PNT Sensors
• Thrust Area 3: Advancements Towards Low-SWaP-C, GPS-Free PNT Technologies

“We invite proposals that demonstrate leading-edge innovation,” said Paul Carey, director of SEMI MSIG. “We welcome contributions from diverse teams that showcase breakthrough advancements poised to shape the future of MEMS device technology and manufacturing processes.”

Subject matter experts from the SEMI MSIG Technical Advisory and Governing Councils, as well as the U.S. Department of Defense, will evaluate, prioritize, review, and manage the proposals and their resulting projects. Funding granted by SEMI MSIG must be matched with funds in the form of cash and in-kind contributions from the grant recipient to cover total project costs. On average, the industry has covered nearly 60% of the funding for the previous PNT development projects. 

The intent of the R&D funding is to continue building on phase two of the SEMI MSIG PNT program and identify new areas and approaches to PNT solutions for GPS-denied environments. Emphasis will be placed on system solutions, including but not limited to software, sensor fusion, cost-effective process innovation, advanced packaging solutions, component innovations, and disruptive materials development. 

R&D may cover software, hardware, and advanced packaging requirements of optical and MEMS-based positioning and timing systems that improve bias stability and reduce sensor noise. Technical solutions will need to address the total GPS-denied problem, meeting the system-level performance necessary to advance the state of the art.

SEMI MSIG will provide information about the RFP during a webinar scheduled for June 13, 2025, from 8:00-9:00 am PDT. 

About SEMI

SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.

Association Contact

Sherrie Gutierrez/SEMI
Phone: 1.831.889.3800 
Email: [email protected]

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DRESDEN, Germany — June 9, 2025 — The SEMI 3D & Systems Summit, taking place June 25-27, 2025 in Dresden, will showcase the forefront of technological advancement in semiconductor packaging and integration. Themed Heterogenous Integration: Bolstering Europe's Resilience, the summit will unravel the latest breakthroughs driving innovation in chiplet architectures, hybrid bonding, photonics, and advanced system-level design. From geopolitical dynamics to chiplet applications and hybrid bonding techniques, attendees will dive deep into the critical role of 3D and heterogeneous integration in strengthening Europe’s semiconductor value chain. Registration is open. 

"SEMI Europe looks forward to welcoming global advanced packaging experts to Dresden,” said Laith Altimime, President of SEMI Europe. “With an exceptional speaker lineup and a sold-out exhibition, the Summit will spotlight critical advancements in chiplet technologies, hybrid bonding, and photonics – all essential for enabling next-generation intelligent systems and bolstering Europe’s technological resilience."  

This year’s SEMI 3D & Systems Summit will present a broad scope of topics including: 

• Geopolitical Dynamics and Market Trends in a Global Semiconductor Landscape
• Chiplet Applications and System-Level Architectures
• Hybrid Bonding Technologies for Die-to-Wafer and Wafer-to-Wafer Integration
• Photonics and Co-Packaged Optics
• Innovation and Sustainability in 3D Integration
• European Readiness in Design, Materials, and Manufacturing
• NextGen Talent: Empowering Careers, Driving Growth

Featured Speakers 

• Christian Koitzsch, President & Managing Director, European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC)

• Dave Thomas, Vice President, Product Management, SPTS Technologies, KLA

• Dirk Drescher, Plant Manager, Robert Bosch Semiconductor Manufacturing Dresden

• Lode Lauwers, Senior Vice President of Business Development and Strategy, imec

• Isabella Drolz, Vice President, Marketing & Product Strategy, Comet

• Jan Vardaman, President, TechSearch International

• Jekaterina Viktorova, Founder & CEO, Syenta

• Peter Jenkins, President & CEO, Infinitesima

• Seung Kang, Senior Vice President, Semiconductor Strategy, Adeia

• Sébastien Dauvé, CEO, CEA-Leti

• Stephan Guttowski, Managing Director, Fraunhofer Group for Microelectronics

• Thomas Kralinski, Saxon State Secretary of Economic Affairs, Labour, Energy and Climate

Networking  

This year’s networking reception will take place at the Hilton Dresden Hotel on the first day of the event, and the Networking Dinner Cruise is set on a historic paddle steamer on the Elbe River, just a 5-minute walk from the Hilton Dresden Hotel.

Networking Dinner Cruise registration is reserved exclusively for 3D & Systems Summit 2025 participants. 

Exhibition  

The most prominent names in 3D integration microelectronics manufacturing will showcase their latest products and technologies in the new exhibition area. Exhibitors include: AEMtec GmbH, Adeia Inc., ASE Global, ASMPT, Besi, Carl Zeiss (ZEISS Microscopy), Comet, Confovis, cyberTECHNOLOGIES, DISCO HI-TEC Europe, FAMES, Fraunhofer IZM-ASSID, Fraunhofer - Verbund Mikroelektronik (FMD), Heidenhain, Kistler AG, Kontron AIS, NanoFocus AG, PLANOPTIK, Precitec Optronik GmbH, SET (Smart Equipment Technology), Syenta, Wooptix.

3D Summit Premium Sponsors: Adeia, ASE, Comet, Confovis, CTP, Evatec, EV Group, HEIDENHAIN, KLA, imec, Lam Research, MKS Atotech

For more details, please visit the 3D & Systems Summit 2025 website and connect with SEMI Europe on LinkedIn or YouTube @SEMIEurope (#3DSummit).   

About SEMI 

SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.  

Contact Information: 

Sitong He / SEMI Europe  
Phone: +49 151 55462638
Email: [email protected]   

Sherrie Gutierrez / SEMI Corporate 
Phone: +1 831 889 3800  
Email: [email protected]

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Growth driven by AI demand and fab expansion 

MILPITAS, Calif. – June 5, 2025 – SEMI, the industry association serving the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today reported in its Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics (WWSEMS) Report that global semiconductor equipment billings increased 21% year-over-year to US$32.05 billion in the first quarter of 2025. In line with typical seasonality, first-quarter 2025 billings registered a 5% quarter-over-quarter contraction.

“The global semiconductor equipment market began 2025 with a solid quarter that reflects future-looking investments in vital chipmaking capacity across regions,” said Ajit Manocha, SEMI President and CEO. “With the ongoing AI boom continuing to drive fab expansions and equipment sales, the industry is showing resilience in the face of uncertainty around geopolitical tensions, tariff volatility and export controls. SEMI is actively engaging with governments to advocate for policy stability essential to multi-billion-dollar fab investments, including equipment, and the long-term success of advanced manufacturing operations.” 

Compiled from data submitted by members of SEMI and the Semiconductor Equipment Association of Japan (SEAJ), the WWSEMS Report is a summary of the monthly billings figures for the global semiconductor equipment industry. 

Following are quarterly billings data in billions of U.S. dollars, with quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year changes by region:

The SEMI Equipment Market Data Subscription (EMDS) provides comprehensive market data for the global semiconductor equipment market. The subscription includes three reports:

• Monthly SEMI Billings Report, a perspective on equipment market trends
• Monthly WWSEMS, a detailed report of semiconductor equipment billings for seven regions and 24 market segments
• SEMI Semiconductor Equipment Forecast, an outlook for the semiconductor equipment market

Download a sample of the EMDS report.

For more information about the report or to subscribe, please contact the SEMI Market Intelligence Team at [email protected]. More details are also available on the SEMI Market Data webpage.  

About SEMI

SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.

Association Contact

Sherrie Gutierrez/SEMI
Phone: 1.831.889.3800 
Email: [email protected]

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Three days of innovation, leadership and collaboration affirm Southeast Asia’s strategic role in the global semiconductor value chain, uniting global players to navigate challenges and shape the industry's future

SINGAPORE – 29 May 2025 – SEMICON Southeast Asia (SEA) 2025, the region’s flagship global electronics manufacturing and semiconductor supply chain event, concluded with over 25,000 attendees, including global CEOs, C-suite executives, leaders, decision-makers, summit delegates, exhibitors, and speakers, converging in Singapore for the 30th edition of the region’s most prominent microelectronics event. 

The 30th anniversary milestone edition, held from 20 to 22 May at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, exceeded expectations, underscoring Southeast Asia’s growing influence in the global semiconductor ecosystem. The event officially opened on 20 May with a ceremony graced by Guest of Honour Dr Tan See Leng, Second Minister for Trade and Industry, and Minister for Manpower. 

The three-day event drew resounding praise for its scale, calibre of participants, and multifaceted programmes, making it not only a celebratory occasion but also a definitive platform for innovation, collaboration, and industry advancement to overcome business challenges and headwinds.

A multi-faceted showcase of the global semiconductor ecosystem

SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 presented a wide-ranging and immersive experience for industry stakeholders, spotlighting high-impact programmes, cutting-edge innovations, and strategic engagements across all facets of the microelectronics value chain. This year’s edition drew a record number of engagements from regional and international participants, reinforcing Southeast Asia’s rising prominence in the global semiconductor landscape.

• Industry Keynote: ‘Redefining the Collective Value of the Semiconductor Industry’
  Delivered by Dr Tien Wu, Chief Executive Officer of ASE, the keynote set the tone for the event by exploring the broader purpose and collaborative future of the semiconductor industry.
• CEO Summit
  The inaugural CEO Summit, moderated by CNBC correspondent and anchor Ms. Chery Kang, was a headline event that drew a full-capacity audience of senior executives, business leaders, and decision-makers. It featured thought-provoking sessions led by top global semiconductor leaders - including the CEOs and Presidents of Applied Materials, GlobalFoundries, Infineon Technologies, Sandisk, and Soitec. Topics ranged from navigating global supply chain complexities and scaling AI-driven manufacturing to ensuring long-term sustainability and talent resilience. The summit provided rare access to C-suite perspectives shaping the industry’s strategic direction.
• Workforce Development Programmes
  A cornerstone of the event was its strong emphasis on talent development, featuring a suite of programmes designed to attract and upskill the next generation of semiconductor professionals, such as:
  • SEMI TECH Zoomer University Bootcamp 
    An immersive learning experience for Year 2 and 3 engineering students from Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam, including industry visits, hands-on workshops, and dialogue with sector experts.
  • Career Exploration Fair
    An open networking platform where students and early-career talent explored job roles and met directly with hiring managers from top employers.
  • TalentCONNECT 
    A dynamic session that connected students with the SEMI Southeast Asia Emerging Young Leader awardees, offering career advice, mentorship insights, and real-world industry perspectives.
  • Semiconductor Regional HR Forum
    A high-level forum exploring how AI and technology are reshaping workforce strategies, HR practices, and future talent pipelines.
• Sustainability in Focus
  SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 underscored its growing commitment to sustainability through the Global Climate Summit (GCS) Workshops, co-hosted by SEMI and its hyperscaler partners. These workshops delivered actionable tools for carbon reduction, shared best practices in emissions tracking, and introduced collaborative frameworks to advance measurable environmental progress across the semiconductor supply chain.
• Exclusive Business Matching & Networking
  Strategic networking opportunities were a key feature of the show, helping foster cross-border partnerships and commercial opportunities:
  • Star Buyers Programme
    Enabled exhibitors to engage in curated business matchmaking sessions with procurement leaders from GlobalFoundries, Micron Technology, STATS ChipPAC, and STMicroelectronics.
  • handshake@SEMICON
    A series of country-specific networking sessions organised by investment and trade agencies from the European Union, Malaysia, Singapore, and Sweden, offering access to international market insights and partnership leads.
• Innovation Showcases & Pavilions
  Across three levels of the Sands Expo and Convention Centre - Basement 2, Level 1, and Level 3 - the exhibition floor featured over 1,400 booths representing more than 700 companies. The showcases spanned every segment of the semiconductor ecosystem, including:
  • IC Design Pavilion, dedicated to next-generation chip architecture and integrated circuit innovation.
  • Other exhibitions showcasing advanced packaging, smart manufacturing, AI integration, MEMS, materials innovation, and factory automation solutions.
• International Presence and Strategic Alliances
  This milestone edition featured 10 global and government pavilions, representing China, the European Union, Japan, Malaysia, Poland, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, the Netherlands, and Vietnam. SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 also welcomed numerous foreign dignitaries and high-level delegations, underscoring the region’s rising influence in global semiconductor policy and investment. In addition, the event served as a strategic platform for international collaboration, playing host to the signing of multiple Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) between industry players and government agencies to advance collaborations and R&Ds.

• Night of Leaders: Honouring Industry Excellence
  Held on the opening night of SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025, the Night of Leaders, Dinner and Awards ceremony paid tribute to outstanding individuals shaping the region’s semiconductor future. Marking the event’s 30th anniversary, accolades were presented across four categories - Lifetime Achievement, Industry Leader of the Year, Emerging Young Leader, and Industry Tribute Award - recognising visionary leadership, enduring contributions, and rising talent driving Southeast Asia’s semiconductor growth.

  Among the evening’s distinguished awardees, Ms. Mary Puma, Chair of the SEMI International Board of Directors received the SEMI Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her long-standing leadership in the semiconductor industry. Mr. Chen Kok Sing, Senior Vice President, Global Assembly and Test at Micron Technology, was conferred the SEMI Southeast Asia Industry Leader of the Year Award 2025, honouring his distinct role in advancing semiconductor excellence and innovation.

The scale and diversity of this year’s edition reflect the vibrancy and strategic depth of the global semiconductor value chain, as well as SEMICON Southeast Asia’s continued role as a key enabler of growth, collaboration, and technology leadership in the region.

SEMI leadership perspectives

“As the semiconductor industry stands at the crossroads of unprecedented global developments and mounting uncertainty, SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 serves as a strategic platform to forge stronger global alliances,” said Ajit Manocha, President and CEO of SEMI. “This 30th milestone edition reflects not only the region’s rise as a key hub for innovation, talent, and manufacturing, but also the industry’s shared commitment to build a more sustainable, secure, and resilient future.” 

“It has been an extraordinary honour to host this landmark 30th edition in Singapore,” said Linda Tan, President of SEMI Southeast Asia. “Keeping true to this year’s theme of ‘Stronger Together’, the strong turnout and meaningful engagement reaffirm the show’s impactful role in uniting the global semiconductor ecosystem to drive collective growth and resilience.”

SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026

SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026 will take place from 5 to 7 May 2026, at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more. 

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The event will feature two exclusive networking sessions, offering attendees the chance to reconnect with industry peers and build new relationships with professionals driving materials innovation.

View the full SMC 2025 agenda and register.

About SEMI

SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.  

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Night of Leaders at SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 honoured distinguished figures from the semiconductor industry with awards across four categories

SINGAPORE - 23 May 2025 - On the occasion of its 30th anniversary, SEMICON Southeast Asia (SEA) 2025 hosted the Night of Leaders, a dinner and awards ceremony that honoured individuals shaping the region’s semiconductor future. Organised by SEMI, the landmark event was held in the evening on Tuesday, 20 May 2025, at The Clifford Pier, and was graced by Guest of Honour Mr Jermaine Loy, Managing Director of the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB). 

A Celebration of Excellence and Vision

Held on the opening day of SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025, the Night of Leaders honoured outstanding contributions that have propelled Southeast Asia’s semiconductor and microelectronics ecosystem. From pioneering figures who have shaped the industry’s foundation to emerging leaders poised to chart its future, the evening brought together senior executives, innovators, and changemakers in a celebration of leadership, innovation, and collaboration—critical drivers of the region’s continued ascent in the global semiconductor value chain.

Honouring Excellence Across Four Award Categories

The evening featured four distinguished award categories that recognised leadership, legacy, and future promise in the semiconductor industry:

1. SEMI Lifetime Achievement Award 
   This accolade was presented to an esteemed industry veteran in recognition of extraordinary and sustained service to SEMI and the global semiconductor community. The award honoured decades of dedicated leadership, innovation, and contributions that have significantly shaped the industry’s growth and progress.

2. SEMI Southeast Asia Industry Leader of the Year Award 
   Nominated by fellow industry leaders, this award is a recognition that celebrates the exceptional contributions of a leader in the semiconductor ecosystem.

   The recipient of the award is selected based on their long-standing commitment to drive development, innovation, growth and opportunities for the industry throughout the Southeast Asia region.

3. SEMI Southeast Asia Industry Tribute Award 
   Presented in conjunction with SEMICON Southeast Asia’s 30th anniversary, award honours distinguished individuals who have made a lasting impact on the region’s semiconductor ecosystem through exemplary leadership and industry contribution.
   Nominees must hold senior leadership positions with profit and loss (P&L) responsibility, hailing from organisations that are active SEMI members and part of the semiconductor value stream in Southeast Asia.

   Award recipients are recognised for demonstrating strong financial acumen and sustained business growth over a minimum of five years. Beyond their immediate roles, award recipients are selected for their unwavering integrity, exceptional leadership, and efforts in mentoring the next generation of semiconductor professionals.

   In addition, the award acknowledges individuals who have made meaningful contributions beyond their organisational responsibilities - whether in advancing economic development, nurturing talent, fostering innovation, supporting sustainability, or enriching the social or cultural fabric of the industry and its communities.

4. SEMI Southeast Asia Emerging Young Leader Award
   This award celebrates five outstanding individuals under the age of 40 whose transformative impact has contributed to shaping the future of the semiconductor industry. Recipients are recognised for their innovation, leadership potential, and significant contributions to industry development, growth, and talent cultivation.

   Nominated by SEMI’s Southeast Asia Workforce & Talent Development Council, this award aims to spotlight rising stars within the region’s semiconductor ecosystem. Awardees are selected based on their demonstrated ability to drive innovation and create new opportunities across the value chain.

   The award is now slated to be a key feature of SEMICON Southeast Asia, with honourees formally recognised during the event and invited to deliver an acceptance speech as part of the SEMI University Program.

As SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 marks a historic 30th year milestone, the Night of Leaders; Dinner and Awards served as a powerful reminder of the talent, vision, and collaboration driving the region’s semiconductor success. With eyes on the future, the semiconductor industry continues to build on a strong legacy, led by those celebrated tonight and inspired by the next generation of leaders.

For the complete list of award recipients, please refer to Annexe A attached.

SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 takes place from 20-22 May 2025 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore. Register here.

About SEMI

SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more. 

Contact Information 

The Rainmaker Marketing Group Pte Ltd
Nalini Naidu, Principal Publicist
Mobile: +65 9633 3198                                   
[email protected]    

Dean Johari 
Mobile: +65 9697 4464
[email protected]

Diana Loh                                                       
Mobile: +65 8228 5941                                   
[email protected]                     

Anusha Chong
Mobile: +65 9030 9946
[email protected] 

SEMI Corporate

Sherrie Gutierrez
Mobile: +1 831 889 3800
[email protected]

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ANNEXE A

Tech Leader Awards 2025 Winners & Citations

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Celebrating its 30th milestone edition, the region’s flagship semiconductor event features three days of innovation showcases, talent programmes, and strategic partnerships shaping the future of microelectronics

SINGAPORE – 20 May 2025 – SEMICON Southeast Asia (SEA) 2025, the region’s flagship global electronics manufacturing and semiconductor supply chain event, officially opened today at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Marking a historic anniversary, the three-day event returns to Singapore, where the inaugural event made its debut 30 years ago, under the theme ‘Stronger Together – Collaborating to Navigate Uncertainties and Fostering Resilience’.

This morning's official opening ceremony was graced by Guest of Honour Dr. Tan See Leng, Second Minister for Trade, and Industry and Minister for Manpower. The event also celebrated Southeast Asia’s strategic ascent in the global chip race and spotlighted the region’s united drive toward innovation, sustainability, and workforce development.

CEO Summit: A Strategic Gathering of Global Semiconductor Leaders
The much-anticipated CEO Summit, held today, is the crown jewel of the SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 show. It brought together some of the world’s most influential semiconductor leaders to address rising economic volatility, supply chain disruption, regulatory headwinds, and rapid technological change.

The Summit is also a strategic platform where C-suite executives and thought leaders engage in cross-cutting discussions around innovation, investment, and sustainable growth. As Southeast Asia continues to rise as a key global semiconductor hub, the 2025 edition highlights the region’s strategic importance on the global stage.

Headlining the CEO Summit at SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 were:

1. Dr. Prabu Raja, President, Semiconductor Products Group, Applied Materials
2. Mr. Tim Breen, CEO, GlobalFoundries
3. Dr. Rutger Wijburg, COO, Infineon Technologies
4. Mr. David Goeckeler, CEO, Sandisk
5. Mr. Pierre Barnabé, CEO, Soitec

These prominent C-suite leaders brought deep expertise and firsthand perspectives on issues such as navigating complex supply chains, scaling for AI and advanced computing, talent development, and building a resilient and sustainable semiconductor ecosystem. With their companies collectively driving multi-billion-dollar innovations globally, their insights contribute towards shaping the industry's strategic direction for years to come.

Powering the Future: Programmes and Activities at SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025
SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 presents a dynamic three-day agenda featuring high-impact programmes across workforce development, sustainability, strategic networking, and cutting-edge technology showcases - cementing its role as the region’s leading platform for the global semiconductor industry.

Anticipating over 20,000 attendees, the event hosts more than 1,400 booths from 700 local and international exhibitors. From keynote addresses and technical forums to talent initiatives, sustainability programs, and business matchmaking sessions, SEMICON SEA 2025 offers unparalleled opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and industry advancement.

1. Workforce Development Initiatives

Nurturing the next generation of semiconductor professionals is a key pillar of SEMICON SEA 2025. A suite of targeted initiatives aims to bridge the talent gap and build a resilient workforce pipeline for the future:

• Semiconductor Regional HR Forum (Day 1: 20 May)
  Explores how AI is transforming HR practices in the semiconductor industry and highlights strategic collaborations to drive innovation and outcomes in the workplace of 2030.
• TalentCONNECT (Day 3: 22 May)
  A dynamic engagement platform designed to inspire tertiary students to pursue semiconductor careers through talks, career tips, and a fireside chat with Emerging Young Leader awardees.
• SEMI TECH Zoomer University Bootcamp (18 - 22 May)
  A five-day immersive programme for Year 2 & 3 engineering students featuring workshops, panel discussions, and industry visits.
• Career Exploration Fair (20 - 22 May)
  An open platform for students and young professionals to explore job opportunities, attend talks, and connect with leading employers in the semiconductor ecosystem.

2. Sustainability Initiatives

• Global Climate Summit (GCS) Workshop (15 -16 & 19 - 20 May)
  Co-hosted by SEMI, the Semiconductor Climate Consortium, Google, and others, the GCS Workshops drive sustainability progress by sharing actionable insights, emissions-reduction strategies, and real-world implementation tools.

3. Strategic High-Value Networking

• Star Buyers Program (20 - 22 May)
  A curated business-matching programme offering exclusive access to top industry buyers from companies such as GlobalFoundries, Micron Technology, STATS ChipPAC, and STMicroelectronics. Exhibitors can showcase solutions, expand their customer base, and cultivate strategic partnerships through timed face-to-face meetings.

4. Exhibition Booths and Global Pavilions

Held across multiple floors at Marina Bay Sands - B2, L1, and L3 - the exhibition spans the latest in production, automation, and IC design.

• IC Design Pavilion takes centre stage, spotlighting next-gen advancements in integrated circuit development and showcasing key contributors to the global semiconductor innovation pipeline.

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A unique networking experience hosted by international trade representatives, including embassies and agencies from the European Union, Malaysia, Singapore, and Sweden.

• The 1 to 2-hour country-themed sessions provide valuable access to global collaboration opportunities, insight into international market landscapes, and connections with industry leaders.

“As the semiconductor industry stands at the crossroads of unprecedented global developments and mounting uncertainty, SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 serves as a strategic platform to forge stronger global alliances,” said Ajit Manocha, President and CEO of SEMI. “This 30th milestone edition reflects not only the region’s rise as a key hub for innovation, talent, and manufacturing, but also the industry’s shared commitment to build a more sustainable, secure, and resilient future.”

Linda Tan, President of SEMI Southeast Asia, said, “We are proud to host this landmark edition in Singapore, bringing together global semiconductor leaders, visionary thinkers, and the next generation of talent. From the CEO Summit to workforce programmes and sustainability workshops, SEMICON SEA 2025 amplifies Southeast Asia’s vital role in shaping the semiconductor industry’s transformation on the world stage.”

SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 takes place from 20-22 May 2025 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore. Register here.

About SEMI

SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more. 

Contact Information 

The Rainmaker Marketing Group Pte Ltd
Nalini Naidu, Principal Publicist
Mobile: +65 9633 3198                                   
[email protected]    

Dean Johari 
Mobile: +65 9697 4464
[email protected]

Diana Loh                                                       
Mobile: +65 8228 5941                                   
[email protected]                     

Anusha Chong
Mobile: +65 9030 9946
[email protected] 

SEMI Corporate

Sherrie Gutierrez
Mobile: +1 831 889 3800
[email protected]

Released by The Rainmaker Marketing Group on behalf of SEMI.

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