A top officer of Tata Electronics said on Wednesday that the firm will set up a display chip manufacturing unit in Gujarat in alliance with Taiwan-based PSMC and Himax Technologies.
Partnership with PSMC and Himax Technologies
Tata Electronics has announced plans to set up a display chip manufacturing facility in Gujarat in collaboration with Taiwan-based Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) and Himax Technologies. The agreement was formally signed with the Gujarat government, marking a significant step in India’s semiconductor and display product ecosystem.
Speaking at the IESA Vision Summit, Tata Electronics CEO Randhir Thakur stated, “With PSMC’s proven technology, Tata Electronics will manufacture display chips for Himax in Dholera, Gujarat.”
Significance of Display Chips
Display chips are crucial components used in various electronic products, including:
- Televisions
- Mobile phone screens
- Camera image sensors
- LED and OLED panels
Expanding Semiconductor Capabilities
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With this initiative, Tata Electronics will now have a presence in all three major semiconductor manufacturing segments. This strategic expansion positions Tata as a key player in India’s semiconductor industry, supporting the “Make in India” initiative and contributing to global supply chain resilience.
The collaboration aims to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end display semiconductor solutions, covering:
- Chip design
- Manufacturing and packaging
- Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) for Indian and international markets
Himax Technologies Co-Founder and CEO Jordan Wu highlighted the partnership’s importance, stating, “Through this collaboration, we aim to bring Himax’s industry-leading expertise in display semiconductors and WiseEye ultra-low power AI sensing to support India’s manufacturing initiatives.”
Comparison with Vedanta’s Proposed Display Fab
While Vedanta Group had also proposed setting up a display fab in Gujarat, the project is yet to receive government approval. Tata Electronics, however, has moved ahead with its plans and has already established its semiconductor footprint in India.
Tata’s Ongoing Semiconductor Investments
Tata Electronics is also in the process of setting up a semiconductor fabrication plant in Gujarat with an investment of ₹91,000 crore, with PSMC as its technology partner. In addition, Tata is building a chip assembly and testing plant in Assam with an investment of ₹27,000 crore.
About PSMC and Its Role in the Project
Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) is the world’s seventh-largest pure-play semiconductor foundry, operating:
- Four 12-inch fabs
- Two 8-inch fabs in Taiwan
- A production capacity of over 2.1 million 12-inch equivalent wafers annually
By partnering with PSMC and Himax, Tata Electronics is positioning itself as a leader in India’s semiconductor and display manufacturing industry, reinforcing India’s ambition to become a global semiconductor hub.
