Rapidus and HCLTech Partner to Develop Next-Generation Semiconductor Technologies

The new facilities will help Rapidus meet its growing engineering requirements as it works to develop advanced logic semiconductors in Japan. The partnership combines Rapidus’ semiconductor manufacturing ambitions with HCLTech’s engineering and technology expertise.

What Will HCLTech Do Under the Partnership?

HCLTech will provide several engineering services to support Rapidus’ semiconductor development activities. These include mask design, design infrastructure, Process Design Kit (PDK) development, design technology co-optimization and layout design.

These services are important in the process of designing and developing advanced chips. The new centers will provide dedicated engineering capabilities to support Rapidus’ technical requirements and strengthen collaboration between the two companies.

Focus on Semiconductor Engineering Talent

The partnership will also focus on developing semiconductor engineering talent in India. HCLTech and Rapidus plan to build a pipeline of Indian engineers who can support the Japanese company’s changing technical and workforce requirements.

The initiative will create opportunities for Indian engineers to contribute to advanced semiconductor development and potentially support Rapidus’ operations in Japan.

What the Companies Said

Dr. Atsuyoshi Koike, Representative Director and CEO of Rapidus Corporation, said that building a strong engineering ecosystem is essential to the company’s plans for next-generation semiconductor manufacturing. He added that the collaboration would help Rapidus access India’s growing pool of engineering talent and establish dedicated development capabilities that complement its Japanese operations.

C. Vijayakumar, CEO and Managing Director of HCLTech, said that advanced semiconductors would play an important role in shaping future technologies. He noted that the partnership brings together Rapidus’ semiconductor ambitions and HCLTech’s engineering expertise to support chip adoption, reduce time-to-market and advance semiconductor innovation.

About HCLTech

HCLTech is a global technology company that provides IT services, engineering research and development, and business solutions to clients across various industries. The company works with businesses to develop and implement technology solutions.

About Rapidus Corporation

Rapidus Corporation is a Japan-based semiconductor company focused on developing and manufacturing advanced logic semiconductors. The company is working to establish next-generation chip manufacturing capabilities in Japan.

The partnership with HCLTech expands Rapidus’ engineering collaboration into India while creating opportunities to develop the skilled workforce needed to support advanced semiconductor technologies.

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