GlobalFoundries Partners with A*STAR to Accelerate Advanced Packaging Innovation
GlobalFoundries (GFS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Singapore's A*STAR to enhance its advanced packaging capabilities. The collaboration provides GF access to A*STAR's R&D facilities and technical support, while GF will supply critical equipment to A*STAR.
The partnership aims to accelerate GF's development of advanced packaging solutions at its Singapore facility, focusing on meeting growing demand for AI and data-intensive applications. The collaboration includes workforce development initiatives to enhance GF employees' expertise in advanced packaging.
This MOU follows GF's January announcement of a new Advanced Packaging and Photonics Center in New York, demonstrating the company's strategic focus on expanding its advanced packaging capabilities across regions.
GlobalFoundries (GFS) ha firmato un Memorandum d'Intesa (MOU) con A*STAR di Singapore per potenziare le sue capacità di packaging avanzato. La collaborazione offre a GF l'accesso alle strutture di ricerca e sviluppo e al supporto tecnico di A*STAR, mentre GF fornirà attrezzature fondamentali ad A*STAR.
La partnership mira ad accelerare lo sviluppo di soluzioni di packaging avanzato presso la struttura di GF a Singapore, concentrandosi sulla crescente domanda di applicazioni AI e ad alta intensità di dati. La collaborazione include iniziative per lo sviluppo delle competenze del personale GF nel packaging avanzato.
Questo MOU segue l'annuncio di gennaio di GF riguardante un nuovo Centro di Packaging Avanzato e Fotonica a New York, dimostrando l'attenzione strategica dell'azienda nell'espandere le proprie capacità di packaging avanzato a livello globale.
GlobalFoundries (GFS) ha firmado un Memorando de Entendimiento (MOU) con A*STAR de Singapur para mejorar sus capacidades de empaquetado avanzado. La colaboración proporciona a GF acceso a las instalaciones de I+D y soporte técnico de A*STAR, mientras que GF suministrará equipos críticos a A*STAR.
La asociación tiene como objetivo acelerar el desarrollo de soluciones de empaquetado avanzado en la planta de GF en Singapur, enfocándose en satisfacer la creciente demanda de aplicaciones de IA y de alta intensidad de datos. La colaboración incluye iniciativas para el desarrollo de la fuerza laboral que mejoren la experiencia de los empleados de GF en empaquetado avanzado.
Este MOU sigue al anuncio de GF en enero sobre un nuevo Centro de Empaquetado Avanzado y Fotónica en Nueva York, demostrando el enfoque estratégico de la empresa para ampliar sus capacidades de empaquetado avanzado en distintas regiones.
GlobalFoundries (GFS)는 싱가포르의 A*STAR와 첨단 패키징 역량 강화를 위한 양해각서(MOU)를 체결했습니다. 이번 협력을 통해 GF는 A*STAR의 연구개발 시설과 기술 지원을 이용할 수 있으며, GF는 A*STAR에 핵심 장비를 제공할 예정입니다.
이 파트너십은 싱가포르 GF 시설에서 첨단 패키징 솔루션 개발을 가속화하는 것을 목표로 하며, AI 및 데이터 집약적 애플리케이션에 대한 증가하는 수요를 충족하는 데 중점을 둡니다. 또한, 협력에는 GF 직원들의 첨단 패키징 전문성 향상을 위한 인력 개발 프로그램도 포함됩니다.
이번 MOU는 GF가 1월에 뉴욕에 새로운 첨단 패키징 및 포토닉스 센터를 설립한다고 발표한 데 이어, 회사가 여러 지역에서 첨단 패키징 역량 확장에 전략적으로 집중하고 있음을 보여줍니다.
GlobalFoundries (GFS) a signé un protocole d'accord (MOU) avec A*STAR de Singapour afin de renforcer ses capacités d'emballage avancé. Cette collaboration offre à GF l'accès aux installations de R&D et au support technique d'A*STAR, tandis que GF fournira des équipements essentiels à A*STAR.
Le partenariat vise à accélérer le développement des solutions d'emballage avancé au sein de l'usine GF à Singapour, en se concentrant sur la demande croissante pour les applications d'IA et à forte intensité de données. La collaboration inclut des initiatives de développement des compétences pour améliorer l'expertise des employés de GF en emballage avancé.
Ce MOU fait suite à l'annonce en janvier de GF concernant un nouveau Centre d'Emballage Avancé et de Photonique à New York, démontrant l'orientation stratégique de l'entreprise vers l'expansion de ses capacités d'emballage avancé à travers différentes régions.
GlobalFoundries (GFS) hat eine Absichtserklärung (MOU) mit Singapurs A*STAR unterzeichnet, um seine fortschrittlichen Verpackungskapazitäten zu verbessern. Die Zusammenarbeit ermöglicht GF den Zugang zu den F&E-Einrichtungen und technischen Support von A*STAR, während GF kritische Ausrüstung an A*STAR liefert.
Die Partnerschaft zielt darauf ab, die Entwicklung fortschrittlicher Verpackungslösungen in der GF-Anlage in Singapur zu beschleunigen und konzentriert sich auf die wachsende Nachfrage nach KI- und datenintensiven Anwendungen. Die Zusammenarbeit umfasst auch Initiativen zur Weiterentwicklung der Mitarbeiterkompetenzen im Bereich der fortschrittlichen Verpackung.
Dieses MOU folgt auf die Ankündigung von GF im Januar über ein neues Advanced Packaging and Photonics Center in New York, was den strategischen Fokus des Unternehmens auf den Ausbau seiner fortschrittlichen Verpackungskapazitäten in verschiedenen Regionen unterstreicht.
- Access to state-of-the-art R&D facilities and technical support from A*STAR
- Expansion of advanced packaging capabilities to meet growing AI demand
- Development of one-stop solutions for manufacturing, processing, packaging, and testing
- Employee upskilling opportunities in advanced packaging technology
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GF's partnership with A*STAR strengthens its advanced packaging capabilities, critical for AI applications and future competitiveness.
GlobalFoundries' new collaboration with Singapore's A*STAR represents a strategic expansion of their advanced packaging capabilities—a critical technology as the semiconductor industry evolves beyond traditional scaling approaches. This partnership provides GF with valuable access to A*STAR's specialized R&D infrastructure while strategically positioning the company to address the growing demand in AI and data-intensive applications.
The timing is particularly significant as advanced packaging has become essential for improving performance in modern semiconductors. With traditional Moore's Law scaling becoming increasingly challenging and expensive, heterogeneous integration through advanced packaging allows chipmakers to combine specialized dies for optimized performance, power efficiency, and cost-effectiveness—particularly crucial for AI applications where interconnect density and energy efficiency are paramount.
For GF, this represents a calculated move to strengthen their position in the semiconductor value chain. By developing one-stop solutions where chips can be manufactured, processed, packaged, and tested at their Singapore facility, they're positioning themselves to capture more value per wafer. This verticalization strategy helps foundries like GF offset the tremendous capital costs of semiconductor manufacturing while providing their customers with more integrated solutions.
When viewed alongside their January announcement of the Advanced Packaging and Photonics Center in New York, it's clear GF is executing a coordinated global strategy to build advanced packaging capabilities in multiple key regions. This dual-location approach not only diversifies their geographical footprint but also allows them to leverage regional expertise and potentially address concerns about semiconductor supply chain resilience that have become prominent in recent years.
The collaboration will provide GF with access to A*STAR’s state-of-the-art R&D facilities, capabilities and technical support for technology development and workforce skills enhancement in advanced packaging
SINGAPORE, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GlobalFoundries (Nasdaq: GFS) (GF) today announced plans to expand its capabilities in advanced packaging through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed with the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore’s lead public sector research and development (R&D) agency.
Advanced packaging has become a key R&D priority for the semiconductor industry amid growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) and other data-intensive applications ranging from high performance data computing and datacenters to 5G / 6G communication and more. To meet these needs, acceleration in advanced packaging technologies will be key to delivering the compact, high-performance and energy-efficient technology solutions needed to drive the industry’s long-term growth.
Under the MOU framework, A*STAR will provide GF with access to its R&D facilities, capabilities and technical support, while GF will provide critical equipment to A*STAR to further its R&D efforts. The collaboration will accelerate GF’s plan to develop and ramp its advanced packaging solutions and expand its offerings to provide customers one-stop solutions for semiconductor chips to be manufactured, processed, packaged and tested at GF’s Singapore manufacturing facility.
“With a robust semiconductor ecosystem and strong R&D support from the government and institutions like A*STAR, Singapore is an ideal location for us to develop and scale our essential innovations at the foundry level,” said Gregg Bartlett, GF’s Chief Technology Officer. “This aligns to our global advanced packaging roadmap and reinforces our commitment to deliver more energy-efficient essential chips that are crucial for our customers, especially in the AI era.”
This collaboration will see skills enhancement initiatives implemented for GF employees, where they can develop new expertise in the area of advanced packaging. It reflects both A*STAR’s and GF’s shared dedication to nurturing the next generation of high technology talent, as well as the continuous upskilling and retraining of talent in tandem with the industry’s evolving needs.
“As Singapore strengthens its position as a critical node in the global semiconductor supply chain, continued R&D collaboration between public research and the industry is essential to drive innovation and maintain our competitive edge. A*STAR looks forward to working closely with GlobalFoundries to accelerate innovation and talent development in advanced packaging technologies and become leaders in this domain,” said Terence Gan, Executive Director at A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics (A*STAR IME).
“Our partnership with A*STAR marks yet another milestone for GF in Singapore, as we continue to play our part in growing local capabilities and talent,” said Tan Yew Kong, Senior Vice President and General Manager of GlobalFoundries Singapore. “With growing demand for AI applications, we’re excited to tap into A*STAR’s expertise and infrastructure to fast-track the deployment of new advanced packaging offerings, and most importantly, upskill our workforce. Our joint efforts in R&D and talent development will ultimately spur the continued growth of Singapore’s semiconductor ecosystem as we work towards Singapore’s Manufacturing 2030 vision.”
The MOU with A*STAR follows an earlier announcement by GF in January this year, where the company announced plans to create a new Advanced Packaging and Photonics Center for advanced packaging and testing of U.S.-made essential chips within its New York manufacturing facility. Together, these developments mark significant progress on GF’s strategic roadmap to enhance and scale its advanced packaging offerings in response to customer demand across the regions.
About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors the world relies on to live, work and connect. We innovate and partner with customers to deliver more power-efficient, high-performance products for the automotive, smart mobile devices, internet of things, communications infrastructure and other high-growth markets. With our global manufacturing footprint spanning the U.S., Europe, and Asia, GF is a trusted and reliable source for customers around the world. Every day, our talented and diverse team delivers results with an unyielding focus on security, longevity, and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
About the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is Singapore's lead public sector R&D agency. Through open innovation, we collaborate with our partners in both the public and private sectors to benefit the economy and society. As a Science and Technology Organisation, A*STAR bridges the gap between academia and industry. Our research creates economic growth and jobs for Singapore, and enhances lives by improving societal outcomes in healthcare, urban living, and sustainability. A*STAR plays a key role in nurturing scientific talent and leaders for the wider research community and industry. A*STAR’s R&D activities span biomedical sciences to physical sciences and engineering, with research entities primarily located in Biopolis and Fusionopolis. For ongoing news, visit www.a-star.edu.sg.
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