Sun and Moonlight Investment Control will invest 6.5 billion yuan to buy a Strong Semiconductor Factory to expand advanced packaging capacity

According to the major information announcement, the Sun and Moonlight Investment Control announcement pointed out that its Sun and Moonlight Semiconductor will purchase the factory and affiliated facilities of the Sun and Moonlight Semiconductor located in the southern Science Park District of Luzhu District, Kaohsiung City for the purpose of expanding advanced packaging capabilities.

In recent years, the market demand for advanced packaging has increased significantly, Sun and Moonlight Project Control has made an important layout in related markets. At present, Sun and Moonlight Project Control has invested US$200 to build the first 600×600 large-size fan-out panel packaging (FOPLP) line, and will be tested in the second and third seasons of 2025. Under a smooth situation, it will be delivered to customers for certification in 2026.

In addition, Sun and Moonlight Project Control has also continued to carry out production plans, including leasing Taiwan Fulei Electronics Nanzi Factory at the end of 2023 to expand advanced packaging capabilities of AI chips. Afterwards, Hongjing will purchase the K18 factory in Nanzi in August 2024, and build a crystal round convex and a covered crystal packaging line. In October of the same year, the new K28 factory was launched, focusing on CoWoS advanced sealing, and the project is expected to be completed in 2026.

As for the case, Wenmao Semiconductor stated that the transaction is to activate assets and replenish operating funds, and will terminate the lease in advance and lease until the end of August. In terms of interest, the estimated amount is approximately NT$1.939 billion, and the actual number will be confirmed after the transaction is completed and the relevant fees are deducted.