advanced semiconductor materials

May 13, 2025 — GlobalWafers, the world’s third-largest semiconductor wafer supplier, is set to officially open its new state-of-the-art facility in Texas on May 15, marking a historic milestone as the first 12-inch silicon wafer production plant in the United States. The new factory is expected to begin contributing to the company’s revenue in the second half of 2025.

Recently, Nimy Resources Ltd, a mining company based in Perth, Western Australia, and M2i Global Inc (Minerals Metals Initiatives), headquartered in Nevada, USA, signed a non-binding cooperation agreement to ensure a stable supply of gallium to support the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD).

On December 16, 2024, Jingsheng Mechanical and Electrical Co., Ltd. (Jingsheng) announced the official establishment of its Materials Research Institute in Japan. The new institute is part of the company's ongoing efforts to enhance R&D in silicon, sapphire, and silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor substrates, further expanding its footprint in the global semiconductor and photovoltaic industries.

The third-generation semiconductor material, silicon carbide (SiC), is witnessing rapid progress across multiple regions and companies. Recent updates include new SiC facility plans in Taiwan, supply agreements for electric vehicles, expanded production capacities, and groundbreaking innovations. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments: