TAIPEI -- Taiwan's second-largest chipmaker, United Microelectronics Corp., on Tuesday opened a $5 billion plant that it describes as the "most advanced" in Singapore as the company works to meet customer demand for more diversified production.
Mass production postponed to 2026 due to tool delays and market conditions

UMC's new $5 billion plant in Singapore will make mature chips for a range of applications. (Photo by Cheng Ting-Fang)
TAIPEI -- Taiwan's second-largest chipmaker, United Microelectronics Corp., on Tuesday opened a $5 billion plant that it describes as the "most advanced" in Singapore as the company works to meet customer demand for more diversified production.