- Advanced Semiconductor Engineering, a member of ASE Technology ( NYSE: ASX ), has broken ground on a new semiconductor assembly and testing facility in Penang, Malaysia.
- Scheduled to be completed in 2025, the new facility at ASE Malaysia (ASEM) will feature two buildings (Plants 4 and 5) with a built-up area of 982K sq ft. High demand packaging product types including copper clip and image sensors will be the core focus of the new facility.
- Over a period of five years, ASEM will spend $300M to expand its production floor space, procure advanced equipment, and train and develop more engineering talent. The facility will generate 2,700 additional job opportunities for the local market.
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ASE breaks ground on Penang chip assembly and testing facility