Sony, TSMC Join Forces on US$6.3 Billion Sensor Chip Project
Synopsis
The partnership aims to build advanced image sensor manufacturing capacity in Japan through a new joint venture led by Sony and TSMC.
Key Highlights
- Sony and TSMC are set to invest around 1 trillion yen to manufacture next-gen image sensor chips.
- Both the companies will establish a joint venture in Japan with Sony, holding a 60% stake and TSMC owning 40%.
- Commercial production could begin as early as 2029.
Sony group and Taiwan semiconductor manufacturing cooperation is repairing to invest about ¥1 trillion in the production of next generation microchips for image sensors.
The joint venture would be 60% owned by Sony and the remaining 40% would be owned by TSMC. The commercial production is planned to begin as early as 2029 at a facility in Japan, South Kumamoto prefecture.
Sony and TSMC to Develop Next-Generation Sensors
Sony and TSMC announced in May that they are planning to establish a joint venture in Japan to develop and manufacture image sensors.
The partnership will combine Sony’s image sensor design capabilities with TSMC’s advanced manufacturing and process technology. The companies have also said they are exploring applications for the technology and physical AI, including automotive systems and robotics.
Sony is the world’s largest image-sensor manufacturer, with its products widely used in smartphones, vehicles and other electronic devices. TSMC is the world’s largest contract chipmaker.
Source: Reuters
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