- The Partnership supports Government of India’s vision of developing a strong semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in the country
- Sojitz Corporation and NRS CORPORATION will collaborate on the development of a semiconductor materials supply chain to support Tata Electronics’ upcoming foundry in Dholera, Gujarat
New Delhi (INDIA) / Tokyo (JAPAN) – Tata Electronics, a pioneering leader in India’s electronics and semiconductor manufacturing sector, Japan’s Sojitz Corporation, a global trading and investment company with extensive expertise in chemical trading, supply chain management, and business development, and NRS CORPORATION, a leading logistics company specializing in chemicals and hazardous materials used in the semiconductor industry, have announced that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for collaboration on the supply and storage of critical semiconductor materials for the INR 91,000 crore semiconductor Fab being built by Tata Electronics in Dholera, Gujarat. The partnership is in alignment with the Government of India’s goal of enabling a thriving, world-class semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in India.
Under this partnership, Sojitz Corporation and NRS CORPORATION will explore and validate a supply chain management framework in support of the development of a robust semiconductor materials ecosystem for Tata Electronics’ Fab in Dholera, Gujarat. The initiative aims to strengthen the safe, reliable, and efficient management of critical semiconductor materials, including those requiring specialized handling.
Dr Randhir Thakur, CEO & MD, Tata Electronics, said, “We are pleased to partner with Sojitz Corporation and NRS CORPORATION, as we continue to build alliances with global players to nurture the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem in India. Our partners bring strong global expertise in semiconductor chemicals, safe handling of hazardous materials, and advanced warehouse operations. These capabilities will reinforce our operational readiness and support our goal of providing a resilient supply chain to our global customers.”
Kosuke Uemura, President & CEO, Sojitz Corporation, said, “We are pleased to partner with Tata Electronics through the signing of this MOU at a pivotal moment as India advances the development of its semiconductor front-end industry. Leveraging our global expertise in chemical trading, supply chain management, and business development, we aim to support Tata Electronics in enabling safe and high-quality manufacturing processes at their Dholera Fab. Through this initiative, we will contribute to the growth of India’s semiconductor ecosystem through the establishment of a reliable supply chain.”
Hiroto Tanaka, President, NRS CORPORATION, said, “We are truly honoured to support Tata Electronics’ Fab project in Dholera, and contribute to the establishment of a semiconductor front-end material ecosystem in India through the signing of this MOU. NRS has consistently provided safe, reliable, and high-quality services in the field of chemical logistics in the global market. For the Dholera Fab, we will fully leverage our experience and expertise to deliver highly reliable operations and strongly support the development of India’s semiconductor industry.”
Tata Electronics is establishing India’s first 12-inch (300 mm) commercial semiconductor Fab in Dholera, Gujarat, marking a significant milestone in the country’s semiconductor journey. The facility will produce semiconductor chips for high-growth applications across automotive, mobile, and artificial intelligence applications, serving customers worldwide. As Tata Electronics accelerates the development of a robust semiconductor ecosystem in India, it continues to build strategic partnerships across the global value chain of customers and partners.
Sojitz Corporation and NRS CORPORATION are actively engaging with Dholera Industrial City Development Limited (DICDL) to secure a suitable site within the Dholera Special Investment Region (DSIR). Concurrently, the companies are assessing the permits, licenses, and regulatory frameworks required for the import, transportation, storage, handling, and management of semiconductor materials.
