Kaynes Semicon Partners with AOI and Mitsui to Boost India’s Semiconductor Capabilities

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Kaynes Semicon Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kaynes Technology India Limited, has announced strategic partnerships with AOI Electronics Co, Ltd and Mitsui & Co, Ltd, both headquartered in Japan, marking an important step in strengthening India’s semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. These collaborations are expected to play a significant role in supporting Kaynes Semicon’s upcoming semiconductor operations and advancing India’s ambition to emerge as a global semiconductor hub.

Through its technology collaboration with AOI Electronics, Kaynes Semicon gains access to advanced expertise in semiconductor back-end processes, including advanced packaging, panel-level packaging, and wafer-level redistribution layer technologies. AOI Electronics is a recognised leader in backend semiconductor solutions, and this partnership enables Kaynes Semicon to offer world-class turnkey services to global customers across automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and communication sectors.

In parallel, Kaynes Semicon has entered into a strategic alliance with Mitsui & Co., a globally renowned trading and investment company with operations in over 60 countries. This partnership ensures reliable access to critical raw materials required for semiconductor manufacturing, including lead frames, molding compounds, specialty gases, die attach materials, and semiconductor-grade chemicals. The collaboration is designed to enhance supply chain resilience, reduce dependency on volatile global markets, and support long-term operational stability.

Raghu Panicker, Chief Executive Officer of Kaynes Semicon, stated that these alliances represent a major milestone in building high-value semiconductor capabilities within India. He emphasized that access to advanced technology and secure material supply are essential for establishing a competitive and scalable semiconductor manufacturing facility. The partnerships also align closely with national initiatives such as Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat, aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing in high-technology sectors.

Kaynes Semicon is focused on developing state-of-the-art fabrication and advanced packaging facilities to meet growing domestic and global demand for semiconductor solutions. By collaborating with established global leaders, the company is positioning itself as a key contributor to India’s participation in the global semiconductor value chain while supporting the country’s long-term technological and economic growth.