Chinese semiconductor firm proposes independent power transmission line in northern Vietnam

Micro Commercial Components Vietnam (M.C.C) has proposed the construction of an independent power transmission line in the northern province of Bac Ninh to ensure a stable power supply during a meeting with local leaders on Monday.

Located in the Yen Phong II-C Industrial Park, the wholly Chinese-invested company specializes in manufacturing and assembling semiconductor devices, including optoelectronics, surface-mount products, and low-level signal products. The total investment in its Bac Ninh project is $90 million.

The company broke ground in November 2023, with the first phase of the investment completed and trial production scheduled for the first quarter of 2025. The second phase is planned for implementation in April 2026, with full operations starting in 2027.

After completing both phases, the company will require a large labor force. Currently, M.C.C employs more than 160 people, including 25 foreign specialists.

At the meeting, the company urged local authorities to ensure fire prevention measures for the next phase of its project and grant work permits for foreign experts to meet production needs.

Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Vuong Quoc Tuan emphasized that the semiconductor industry is a priority for Bac Ninh and plays a key role in transforming the province into a hub for semiconductor production, artificial intelligence, and high-tech industries.

Regarding fire prevention, Chairman Tuan encouraged the company to proactively develop specific plans and cooperate with local police to ensure effective fire safety measures for future project phases.

For work permits, he advised the company to adhere to Vietnam's labor regulations and requested that the Department of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs continue reviewing these regulations. The department should work with the company to select appropriate positions for foreign experts and skilled workers while also training local workers.

In terms of power supply, Tuan affirmed that Bac Ninh ensures sufficient power for its industrial parks to maintain business operations.

The provincial chairman also requested M.C.C to pilot rooftop power and large-capacity uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, speed up the second phase of the project in 2025, and establish a training center within the company to transfer technology and train local workers to meet its management and production requirements.