UMC: 12nm Collaboration with Intel Progressing Well, Mass Production Set for 2027

According to CNA, foundry giant UMC held its shareholder meeting on the 27th. CEO Jason Wang stated that the 12nm FinFET collaboration with Intel in the US is progressing well and is currently undergoing verification at the Arizona facility, with mass production expected in 2027. UMC reported revenue of NT$237.6 billion and a net profit of NT$41.7 billion last year. Wang emphasized that despite geopolitical risks and demand fluctuations, the company maintains competitiveness through its differentiation strategy. He noted that 22nm and 28nm specialty processes achieved record-high revenue, and the company is strengthening investments in AI and automotive technologies. Progress is also being made in advanced packaging and silicon photonics, with pilot production underway.