Micron Technology has broken ground on Singapore’s first plant for advanced semiconductors, marking a significant step in the nation’s AI sector. The US$7 billion (S$9.5 billion) high-bandwidth memory (HBM) packaging facility in Woodlands will create about 1,400 jobs initially, expanding to 3,000 as the plant grows. Operations are set to begin in 2026, with expanded capacity starting in 2027.
HBM chips, which stack memory layers to enhance data storage, speed up processing, and reduce power consumption, are critical for AI applications like generative AI at data centers. Micron’s investment will support Singapore’s role in AI innovation and strengthen the local semiconductor ecosystem. Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong highlighted the plant’s role in establishing Singapore as a key player in the fast-growing AI industry, despite global trade tensions and competition.
Micron has been a longstanding presence in Singapore, having invested over US$30 billion since 1998. The company’s collaboration with local educational institutions, such as the Institute of Technical Education and polytechnics, aims to build a stronger talent pipeline. Singapore remains a key node in the global semiconductor supply chain, accounting for a significant portion of chip and equipment production.
Source: The Straits Times