Wedoany.com Report-Jun 5, Air Liquide, a global industrial gas company, has committed to a 70 million euro investment to construct, own, and operate a new production facility in Singapore. Under a long-term agreement, the plant will supply large volumes of ultra-high purity nitrogen, oxygen, argon, and other gases to Visionpower Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (VSMC), a joint venture between Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation and NXP Semiconductors.

Air Liquide will build, own and operate, through a significant investment of around 70 million euros, a new industrial gas production facility in Singapore.

The state-of-the-art facility, part of Air Liquide’s Carrier Gas solution, is designed to deliver ultra-high purity gases with a compact design and high energy efficiency. This setup enhances reliability and operational efficiency for VSMC, supporting the production of advanced semiconductors. Ronnie Chalmers, Air Liquide Group Vice President Supervising Asia Pacific, stated: “We are proud to support VSMC with our technologically advanced, sustainable and efficient solutions. This agreement underscores our commitment to innovating and providing value to our customers, and reinforces our position as a technology leader in the Electronics industry, fully aligned with our strategic plan Advance.”

Located in the Tampines Wafer Fab Park, a key semiconductor hub in Singapore, the facility strengthens the country’s role as a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing, which accounts for over 20% of Singapore’s industrial output. The investment aligns with Singapore’s economic growth objectives by supporting the semiconductor sector’s expansion.

Set to begin operations in 2026, the plant responds to the growing demand for energy-efficient chips in the rapidly evolving semiconductor industry. Air Liquide’s investment in Singapore reflects its broader strategy to support major semiconductor hubs worldwide, ensuring reliable supply chains for critical industrial gases.

The collaboration with VSMC highlights Air Liquide’s focus on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions. By providing ultra-high purity gases, the facility enables VSMC to meet the semiconductor industry’s stringent quality standards, supporting applications in advanced electronics. The project also reinforces Air Liquide’s long-term commitment to Singapore’s industrial ecosystem.

This initiative contributes to the region’s technological advancement by fostering efficient and sustainable semiconductor production. Air Liquide’s investment in cutting-edge infrastructure underscores its role in supporting the global demand for high-performance chips, driving innovation and economic development in Singapore’s semiconductor sector.