Seiko Epson Corporation
Discussions regarding the installation of research and development functions related to Rapidus’ cutting-edge semiconductors (back-end processes) at the Chitose Office
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Seiko Epson Corporation (hereinafter referred to as Epson) has established some of the research and development functions related to semiconductor back-end processes of Rapidus Corporation (hereinafter referred to as Rapidus, President and Representative Director: Atsuyoshi Koike, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) at its Chitose Office (Chitose City, Hokkaido). We would like to inform you that we are proceeding with discussions with Rapidus.
Rapidus is currently in the process of conducting research and development at the pilot stage on the theme of “2nm generation semiconductor chiplet package design and manufacturing technology development,” and is currently in final discussions regarding the leasing and use of a portion of the space at its Chitose office. Masu. We aim to conclude the contract by early May.
Through this project, Epson hopes to contribute to establishing the design and manufacturing of next-generation semiconductors, which is an important initiative in Japan. [About Seiko Epson Corporation Chitose Office] The Chitose Office is adjacent to IIM (Innovative Integration for Manufacturing), a semiconductor manufacturing base that Rapidus is currently constructing in Bibi, Chitose City. For Epson, it is an important manufacturing base for producing small LCD panels, which are the core components of projectors, and its positioning remains unchanged.
[Image: https://prtimes.jp/i/42912/215/resize/d42912-215-b9da907533b5ce63f637-0.jpg&s3=42912-215-9ffd670e764a397fb93c28a57c1f0457-2806×1469.jpg] Name: Seiko Epson Corporation Chitose Office Address: 758-173 Bibi, Chitose City, Hokkaido Production items: High-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD panel Number of employees: Approximately 200
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