Samsung Electro-Mechanics to Mass-produce Glass Substrates for Semiconductors by 2027
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Samsung Electro-Mechanics to Mass-produce Glass Substrates for Semiconductors by 2027

Jang Deok-hyun, CEO of Samsung Electro-Mechanics, speaks at a press conference held at a hotel in Las Vegas, USA, on Jan. 8 (local time). (Photo provided by Samsung Electro-Mechanics)
Jang Deok-hyun, CEO of Samsung Electro-Mechanics, speaks at a press conference held at a hotel in Las Vegas, USA, on Jan. 8 (local time). (Photo provided by Samsung Electro-Mechanics)


On Jan. 8, Jang Deok-hyun, CEO of Samsung Electro-Mechanics, held a press conference at the Encore Hotel in Las Vegas, USA, to unveil the company’s ambitious plans for future new businesses. These plans, collectively referred to as “Mi-RAE,” encompass the Mobility industry, Robot, AI·Server, and Energy sectors. The announcement was made during the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), a significant global event where industry leaders showcase their latest innovations and future visions.


Samsung Electro-Mechanics has been making strides in the semiconductor industry, having begun supplying silicon capacitor samples to customers last year. This year, the company plans to mass-produce silicon capacitors for high-performance semiconductor packages and AI servers. Jang emphasized the company’s goals, stating, “We have secured about two customers this year and aim to start mass production this year, hoping to achieve meaningful sales of over 10 billion won within one to two years.”


In addition to silicon capacitors, Samsung Electro-Mechanics announced plans to begin mass production of glass substrates for semiconductors in 2027. Glass substrates are considered a “game-changer” in the semiconductor market due to their superior thermal stability and electrical insulation compared to traditional materials like silicon. Jang mentioned, “While I cannot mention specific customers for the glass substrates, we are in discussions with various clients,” adding, “We will supply samples to two to three customers this year.” The company is establishing a pilot line for glass substrates at its Sejong plant and accelerating its research and development (R&D) efforts.


Another significant development is the commencement of mass production of all-solid-state batteries next year. These batteries, which use oxide-based solid electrolytes, offer high material stability and a high degree of design freedom, making them likely to replace lithium batteries in small IT devices such as wearable devices. Jang highlighted the company’s achievements, stating, “We have secured the industry’s highest level of energy density and capacity characteristics,” and added, “Since this is a technology that doesn’t exist in the world, we won’t know until we start mass production, but we are conducting extensive internal tests and are in discussions with customers.”


However, not all plans are moving forward as initially intended. The production plant for automotive camera modules, which was planned to be built in Mexico, has been put on hold. Jang explained, “There are still unclear aspects, so we have put the Mexico plant on hold and are looking for a third location,” adding, “Supply chain issues are very important, and we aim to diversify to places where we can deal with multiple customers to maintain flexibility.”


The announcements made by Samsung Electro-Mechanics reflect the company’s commitment to innovation and its strategic approach to addressing supply chain challenges. By diversifying its production locations and focusing on cutting-edge technologies, Samsung Electro-Mechanics aims to maintain its competitive edge in the rapidly evolving electronics and semiconductor industries.


 


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