US chipmaker Amkor eyes H2 production boost in Vietnam
U.S.-headquartered Amkor Technology Inc. plans to begin high-volume manufacturing at its Vietnam facility in the northern province of Bac Ninh from the second half of this year.
Companies - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Chipmaker Amkor Technology targets mass production in Vietnam this year
The U.S.-headquartered Amkor Technology Inc. churned out the first products from its factory in Vietnam’s Bac Ninh province in December 2023 and expects to start mass production in 2024, said Kim Sung Hun, CEO of Amkor Technology Vietnam.
Companies - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
2023: energy, electronics sectors shine bright as Vietnam attracts huge foreign investments
Energy and electronics sectors hogged the limelight as registered foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam reached $36.6 billion this year through December 20, up 32.1% year-on-year.
A year in review and 2024 forecasts - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Nvidia CEO to discuss semiconductor collaboration in Vietnam
Jensen Huang, president and CEO of U.S. chip giant Nvidia, will discuss potential semiconductor collaboration with the Vietnamese government and companies in Hanoi on Monday, as Vietnam seeks deeper global participation in this industry.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam reiterates request for US aid for semiconductor industry
Vietnam has asked the U.S. government to support it in developing the fledgling semiconductor sector and other basic industries as the country has become one of the fastest-growing semiconductor markets.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
China likely to become No.1 investor in Vietnam's certain industries: KPMG exec
China is likely to become the largest investor in a number of industries in Vietnam in the coming years given U.S.-Sino trade tensions and a slowdown of the world’s second-largest economy, an executive of consultant KPMG has said.
Industrial real estate - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam should shift to semiconductor design: US expert
Vietnam already has experience in the semiconductor sector such as assembling chips, so the country should move on to designing chips, a task with high potential, said John Neuffer, president and CEO of the U.S. Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA).
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Expand Vietnam investment beyond commitment, US semiconductor firm Amkor urged
U.S.-based semiconductor firm Amkor Technology, Inc. should expand Vietnam investments beyond its commitment, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Thursday.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Amkor Technology inaugurates Vietnam factory
The U.S.-based Amkor Technology Inc., a leading provider of semiconductor packaging and test services, held a grand opening for its newest factory in Vietnam’s northern province of Bac Ninh on Wednesday.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam semiconductor magnet attracts billions in foreign investments
Vietnam has been attracting foreign investments worth billions of dollars into the semiconductor sector, with South Korea’s Hana Micron the latest investor.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam needs breakthrough incentives for semiconductor development: expert
The Vietnamese government needs to consider incentives beyond the existing regulatory framework to stimulate the development of its fledgling semiconductor industry as the country seeks further integration into global chip-related supply chains, an eminent expert has suggested.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Upgraded US ties could kick off Vietnamese startups in new technologies: VinaCapital
The recent upgrade of Vietnam-US ties to that of a comprehensive strategic partnership is likely to encourage Vietnamese startups in new technologies including IT, semiconductor and Artificial Intelligence, says VinaCapital.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
New impetus for US investments in Vietnam after upgraded ties
The comprehensive strategic partnership between the U.S. and Vietnam is expected to bring diverse economic benefits to Vietnam, including increased foreign direct investments, writes Dr. Burkhard Schrage, senior program manager of MBA and EMBA programs at Business School, RMIT Vietnam.
Consulting - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam, US firms to strike deals during President Biden's Hanoi visit: White House
A string of deals is set to be signed between major businesses of Vietnam and the U.S. during President Joe Biden's visit to Hanoi from September 10-11, according to the White House.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
US to help Vietnam boost semiconductor industry development
Recognizing that Vietnam can play a critical role in building resilient semiconductor supply chains, the US has announced a set of new initiatives to strengthen bilateral sci-tech ties.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
President Biden’s Vietnam visit to witness deals worth billions of dollars
A spate of deals and agreements potentially worth billions of U.S. dollars are poised to be announced during President Joe Biden’s two-day visit to Hanoi starting Sunday, Vietnam’s ambassador to the U.S. Nguyen Quoc Dung has told the press.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Amkor Technology's Vietnam semiconductor packaging factory to begin operations in October
The first Vietnam factory of U.S.-based Amkor Technology Inc., a global semiconductor product packaging and test services provider, is set to begin operations this October in Bac Ninh province.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam attracts giant investments in semiconductor industry
Vietnam is drawing attention as an investment destination for global semiconductor companies while electronics makers continue to set up shop in the Southeast Asia country.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Amkor Technology seeks to open Vietnam factory in fourth quarter
U.S.-based Amkor Technology Inc., a global semiconductor product packaging and test services provider, expects its Vietnam mega facility to begin first-phase manufacturing in the fourth quarter of this year.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam progresses as electronics manufacturing hub
Vietnam is emerging as Apple’s next production hub while other giant electronics makers are accelerating their buildup in the tech-savvy nation to diversify supply chains.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
FPT, VinFast join global chip supply chain
Vietnamese giants FPT and VinFast are entering the world's semiconductor industry amid a global shortage of this critical part in automobile and electronics manufacturing.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Foxconn plans new $300 mln investment in Vietnam
Apple supplier Foxconn has signed a deal to rent an additional 50.5 hectares of industrial land in northern Vietnam while Apple is seeking to build more products outside of China.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Compal Electronics aims to up production in Vietnam
Compal Electronics, a supplier to Apple, Amazon, and Dell, is scheduled to pay another visit to Vietnam in July to find a location for a new factory following a working trip in June.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Apple supplier Pegatron looks to expand in Vietnam, beyond
Taiwan-headquartered Pegatron, which makes about 20-30% of iPhones, is putting an emphasis on expanding its factories out of China, which began pandemic-related lockdowns in several cities this April.
Industries - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
Vietnam 'darling' of global electronics giants
Continual business expansion among major foreign electronics manufacturers in Vietnam are fueling sector development and luring new capital sources.
Economy - Mon, Dec 22, 2021 | 11:30 am GMT+7
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