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High-voltage power technologies driving semiconductor processes

The semiconductors being developed to address future demand will be more powerful and integrate more functionality than ever before. High-voltage power technologies will play a key role.

Groups receive funding to produce heterogeneous integration roadmap

SEMI and UCLA have received a grant to produce a roadmap for advancing integration and packaging technologies in the United States.

200mm semiconductor fab capacity expected to surge

Semiconductor manufacturers worldwide are on track to boost 200mm fab capacity by 21% from the start of 2020 to the end of 2024.

Electronic system design industry reports double-digit revenue growth

A SEMI technology community announces an increased revenue of 14.4% to $3.4 billion in Q4 2021 in the electronic system design industry.

Community college apprenticeship for microelectronics industry grant awarded

The SEMI Foundation partners with Foothill College, Ignited Education, and Krause Center for Innovation to develop microelectronics career training program.

Semiconductor fab spending projected to exceed $100 billion in 2022

SEMI projects fab equipment spending for front-end facilities is expected to jump to an all-time high of $107 billion in 2022 as demand remains high across the globe.

Global semiconductor sales hit record high in 2021

Semiconductor sales topped $64 billion in 2021, surpassing 2020's record high by almost $10 billion as demand remains very high.

Semiconductor survey offers recommendations for investment, competitiveness

SEMI released the results of a survey of more than 400 U.S. member companies that highlight challenges facing the semiconductor industry.

Silicon wafer shipments, revenue hit record highs in 2021

Worldwide silicon wafer area shipments in 2021 increased 14% while wafer revenue rose 13% compared to 2020, topping $12 billion.

Electronic system design industry revenue increased

Electronic system design (ESD) industry revenue increased 17.1% year-over-year in the third quarter of 2021.

Global fab spending expected to hit new high in 2022

Global fab equipment spending for front end facilities is expected to rise 10% year-over-year (YOY) in 2022 for the third consecutive year of growth.

Global semiconductor equipment sales reach record high

SEMI reported record semiconductor equipment sales for the fifth quarter in a row as strong demand fuels industry.

Semiconductor sales remain strong in July

North America-based semiconductor equipment manufacturers posted $3.86 billion in billings worldwide in July 2021, which is almost 50% higher than the same period n 2020.

Global semiconductor sales to pass $100 billion by 2022

Global sales of semiconductor manufacturing equipment by OEMs are forecast to surpass $100 billion next year according to a report by SEMI.

Global silicon revenues rise in 2020

In spite of disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the semiconductor history had a strong finish to 2020, almost reaching the sales high achieved in 2018.

Semiconductor group urges support for manufacturing, research funding

SEMI, along with 16 other organizations, are pushing the Biden administration to bolster semiconductor manufacturing and research in the U.S., which accounts for an eighth of global production.

Semiconductor market projected to have record 2020 growth

Global semiconductor sales by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) is expected to increase 16% in 2020 with solid increases expected in 2021 and 2022.

Fab spending expected to increase worldwide

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a surge in fab spending and is expected to continue over the next several years, according to a report by SEMI.

Three university projects launched to advance flexible hybrid electronics

SEMI FlexTech announced the launch of three projects to accelerate sensor and sensor system innovations for new applications in industries including healthcare, automotive, industrial and defense.

Semiconductor group announces support for manufacturing chips in U.S.

The Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) for America Act will increase semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S.