Tata Electronics CEO Randhir Thakur and ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet sign a Memorandum of Understanding as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten look on, during a two-day visit to the Netherlands, in The Hague, Netherlands, May 16, 2026. REUTERS/Piroschka van de Wouw
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Tata Electronics has partnered with the Netherlands-based ASML, one of the world’s leading semiconductor equipment manufacturing companies for the establishment and successful ramp up of the former’s upcoming 300 mm (12 inch) semiconductor Fab in Dholera, Gujarat.“ASML’s deep expertise in holistic lithography solutions will ensure the timely ramp of our Fab in Dholera, create a resilient and trusted supply chain for our global customers, drive innovation and develop talent locally,” said Dr. Randhir Thakur, CEO & MD of Tata Electronics.The facility will manufacture semiconductors for a variety of applications across automotive, mobile devices, artificial intelligence (AI) and other key segments, to serve customers globally, with a planned total investment of $11 billion.Under this collaboration, ASML will deploy its suite of advanced lithography tools and solutions for the Dholera Fab that will be India’s first commercial 300 mm semiconductor Fab. The two companies will cooperate to develop domestic talent, supply chain, and research initiatives.“India’s rapidly expanding semiconductor sector represents many compelling opportunities, and we are committed to establishing long-term partnerships in the region. We believe Tata Electronics is strongly positioned to realize its ambitions in expanding semiconductor capabilities. We are pleased and honored to contribute our technological expertise and to help nurture talent in India,” said Christophe Fouquet, President & CEO, ASML.The partnership with ASML is strategic in the journey of Tata Electronics to develop partnerships across the entire semiconductor ecosystem, encompassing equipment, process and design technology and materials. Tata Electronics has also partnered with key global customers and ecosystem companies like Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation, Taiwan, for access to a broad technology portfolio including 28nm, 40nm, 55nm, 90nm and 110nm.Under the partnership, the two companies also plan to strengthen the domestic talent pipeline and ensure a readily available pool of experts.“The availability of skilled domestic talent is also critical to realizing India’s vision of becoming a leading player in global semiconductor manufacturing. Tata Electronics has partnered with several leading international and Indian companies and institutions to empower young people locally with the necessary knowledge and skills,” said a joint press release.Published on May 16, 2026
