Sony Group and TSMC are expected to invest approximately ¥1 trillion in a plant in Kumamoto and begin mass production of next-generation image sensors around 2029.
Sony Group and TSMC have reportedly agreed to invest approximately ¥1 trillion in a plant in Kumamoto Prefecture. The investment is intended to establish mass-production capabilities for future high-performance image sensors.
According to reports, the manufacturing facility is located in Kumamoto, and the companies plan to establish mass-production capabilities through joint capital investment in equipment. The development of next-generation image sensors and optimization of the production process are expected to move forward.
Mass production is reportedly targeted to begin in 2029. Although the specific production volume and process details are not provided in the article, the reports indicate that the two companies are moving to strengthen their collaboration.