[September 4, 2024 – Hsinchu] SEMICON Taiwan 2024 officially opened today. This year, the event marks a milestone as SEMI collaborates for the first time with Taipei 101. From 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM on the opening day (September 4), a lighting ceremony will be held to express support for the semiconductor industry’s role in illuminating Taiwan and shining on the global stage. The event invites everyone to celebrate Taiwan’s semiconductor industry’s brilliant performance.
In addition to fostering global semiconductor industry exchanges with Taiwan, SEMICON Taiwan has partnered with Taipei 101 this year for a groundbreaking cross-industry collaboration, broadcasting Taiwan’s impact worldwide through the lighting ceremony. The special lighting will feature phrases such as "Breaking Limits," "Semiconductors Illuminate Taiwan, Taiwan Shines Globally," and "Let the World Focus on Taiwan, Let the World See the Future." Everyone is invited to join in and witness this moment of glory for the semiconductor industry.
Terry Tsao, Global Chief Marketing Officer and President of Taiwan, SEMI commented: “Taiwan's semiconductor industry is a crucial driver of global technological advancement. Taipei 101, as a renowned global landmark, not only adds a brilliant touch to Taipei’s night sky but also uses this opportunity to make a statement to the world. Through this lighting ceremony, we aim to let more people understand the profound significance of Taiwan’s semiconductor industry illuminating the world.”
With a robust presence spanning IC design, semiconductor manufacturing, and packaging and testing, Taiwan’s semiconductor industry plays a critical role in the global market. Despite the accelerating challenges of innovation and transformation, Taiwan remains a steadfast partner in the global semiconductor supply chain. SEMI invites the public to join in on September 4 to support Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, capture the shining light of semiconductors in the night sky, and share their photos on social media with the hashtag #SemiconductorsIlluminateTaiwan, showcasing Taiwan's unwavering unity and strength to the world.
About SEMI
Founded in 1970, SEMI operates 10 major offices globally and established the SEMI Taiwan in 1996. It connects over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. Since its inception, SEMI Taiwan has annually hosted SEMICON® Taiwan, international summits, and various major technical forums, enhancing Taiwan's international influence and competitiveness. SEMI upholds the principles of objectivity and neutrality, acting as a semiconductor industry think tank for Taiwanese member companies. It fosters deep global exchanges among industry, government, academia, and research sectors, promoting Taiwan's semiconductor industry to align with global standards, and establishing a two-way communication platform.
SEMI Taiwan currently hosts 18 technical committees to drive industry growth and innovation in design, devices, equipment, materials, services, and software. It provides comprehensive market intelligence, standardization, policy advocacy, talent cultivation, sustainability development, supply chain management, and program assistance to empower members in facing industry challenges. For more information, visit www.semi.org or join SEMI Facebook and SEMI LinkedIn.
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