Japanese semiconductor equipment supplier Disco Corporation is set to form a subsidiary in India by September, aiming to tap into the country’s growing semiconductor industry. The subsidiary, based in Bengaluru, will start with a team of around 10 employees, with plans to scale up depending on market demand. Additionally, Disco plans to establish a marketing and services site in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, a hub for several upcoming chip fabs.
Currently, Disco oversees its Indian operations from Singapore, where it has trained sales personnel for the Indian market. The company specializes in tools for back-end processes, such as wafer-dicing and grinding machines, making it well-positioned to capitalize on India’s initial focus on less capital-intensive semiconductor facilities.
India’s semiconductor sector has attracted global interest, with companies like Micron Technology and Renesas Electronics planning to set up operations, alongside domestic conglomerates. While challenges like infrastructure issues persist, the government’s push for a high-tech industry, including semiconductor manufacturing, is expected to drive growth. Despite accounting for less than 1% of global semiconductor investment in 2023, India is seen as a promising market for long-term expansion in the sector.
