The vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, recently played host to SEMICON Southeast Asia 2024, a premier event for the electronics industry in the region. This year’s event features over 1,000 booths, a significant increase from the previous edition, reflecting the growing interest in the region’s capabilities. Anticipating more than 20,000 attendees, SEMICON SEA 2024 has attracted participation from leading semiconductor nations, including China, Europe, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Korea, Singapore, and Taiwan. This year’s theme, “Boosting Agility and Resiliency of the Global Electronics Supply Chain,” spotlighted critical areas driving the semiconductor industry, including sustainability, smart manufacturing, and workforce development.
Opening Ceremony and Keynote Insights
The event commenced with an inspiring opening speech by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. He emphasized Malaysia’s ambitious goal to become a global hub for semiconductor research and development. Unveiling the National Semiconductor Strategy (NSS), the Prime Minister outlined a strategic plan focusing on three key phases: integrated circuit design, advanced packaging, and manufacturing equipment. This initiative aims to foster an ecosystem integrating world-renowned universities, corporate R&D facilities, and internationally acclaimed centers of excellence.
Event Overview
SEMICON Southeast Asia 2024 saw participation from over 500 companies and more than 1,000 booths, doubling the scale of the previous edition. The event attracted a diverse audience, including industry leaders, government officials, and experts, all eager to discuss the future of the semiconductor industry. Key focus areas included electronics and electrical (E&E) sectors, unmanned aerial vehicles, electric/autonomous vehicles, and medical technology.
FPT Semiconductor at SEMICON Southeast Asia 2024
At booth #1320, FPT Semiconductor showcased our innovative, energy-efficient chip designs, garnering significant attention from the international community. Our booth became a hub for engaging discussions and networking, reflecting our commitment to advancing the semiconductor industry in Vietnam and beyond. At the Semicon event, FPT Semiconductor shines with distinct advantages. Our “make in Vietnam, made by FPT” chips offer competitive prices, providing high-quality products at 50-60% lower costs than the market. Backed by a highly qualified team of R&D specialists, we ensure dependable semiconductor solutions tailored to meet diverse industry needs. Moreover, our reputation for excellence underscores our commitment to delivering innovative and reliable IC products and solutions across various sectors, including smart gadgets, medical electronics, and automotive electronics.
Event Highlights and Achievements
Day 1: A Dynamic Start
The event kicked off with a keynote address by the Malaysian Prime Minister, followed by speeches from SEMI Southeast Asia’s CEO and President. Engaging panel discussions with industry leaders from Soitec, AMD, Schneider Electric, Applied Materials, and Global Foundries provided valuable insights into current trends and challenges in the semiconductor sector.
Day 2: Focus on Specialized Forums
On the second day, the Advanced Product Testing Forum and the Sustainability Forum, titled “Assessing the Semiconductor Industry’s Climate Actions,” took center stage. These forums served as pivotal platforms for addressing the future trajectory of the industry and promoting sustainable practices. FPT Semiconductor played a proactive role in these discussions, actively contributing ideas on integrating sustainability into our operational framework and exploring innovative testing methodologies for our product line.
Day 3: Final Day Reflections and Networking
The focus of the final day revolved around mapping out long-term sustainability visions and charting the course for the semiconductor industry’s future. Through extensive dialogues involving industry leaders, researchers, and partners, concrete strategies for sustainable development were formulated. Meanwhile, at FPT Semiconductor’s booth, ongoing interest persisted as numerous visitors eagerly engaged with our “make in Vietnam, made by FPT” chip technologies and explored potential avenues for collaboration.
Strategic Goals and Collaborations
FPT Semiconductor’s strategy revolves around strengthening the international presence of “chips make in Vietnam, made by FPT.” Key areas of focus include:
- Innovating Continuously: Leveraging insights and knowledge gained from SEMICON 2024, we aim to drive innovation within Vietnam’s semiconductor industry. Our specialized, energy-efficient “make in Vietnam, made by FPT” chips are designed to meet diverse market needs, ensuring both high performance and cost efficiency.
- Strengthening Partnerships: We are committed to enhancing collaborations with research institutes, universities, and industry partners to foster technological advancements. By nurturing high-skilled semiconductor engineers, we aim to address future industry challenges effectively.
- Expanding Market Reach: Our custom, energy-efficient chips cater to both domestic and international clients, offering competitive pricing without compromising on quality. This approach ensures that our products meet the highest standards of reliability and performance.
Looking Forward: Future Prospects
As SEMICON Southeast Asia 2024 concludes, FPT Semiconductor looks forward to nurturing the connections made and exploring new opportunities for collaboration. Our participation underscored our commitment to bringing “make in Vietnam, made by FPT” chips to the global stage, and we are excited about the future prospects this event has opened up.
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We eagerly anticipate participating in more international events, continuing our mission to enhance the global semiconductor network, and proudly showcasing “make in Vietnam, made by FPT” chip line.
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