Joint VentureAug 11, 2026, 08:32 AM
TSMC & Sony Form JV for Next-Gen Image Sensors in Japan
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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC) and Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation have executed a definitive agreement to establish a joint venture, Advanced Vision Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation, in Japan. This JV will focus on the development and manufacturing of next-generation image sensors for smartphones, with volume production anticipated to begin in 2029. Sony will be the sole controlling shareholder, contributing approximately 465 billion yen, while TSMC will contribute approximately 282 billion yen, with potential Japanese government support for further investments.
Key Highlights
- Joint venture named Advanced Vision Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation established.
- JV located in Koshi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
- Focus on next-generation image sensors for smartphones.
- Volume production expected to commence in 2029.
- Sony to contribute approximately 465 billion yen.
- TSMC to contribute approximately 282 billion yen.
- Sony will be the sole controlling shareholder of the JV.
- Investments may receive support from the Japanese government.
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