Shanghai's Integrated Circuits (ICs) Industry: A Global Powerhouse

Shanghai is rapidly becoming one of China's top microchip manufacturing centers. The city boasts a comprehensive IC industry chain, encompassing chip design, manufacturing, materials and equipment, packaging, and testing. 

• Innovation Driven by the Mature Industry Chain: Several leading IC companies are based in Shanghai, including:
• ASR Microelectronics: Mass production of high-performance IoT chips.
• Amlogic: Core chips for 8K ultra-HD televisions.
• SMIC: Mass production of 14nm technology, with IGBT and SiC technology platforms.
• ONSIG: Breakthrough in producing the first IGBT and SiC technology platforms.
• ZINGSEMI: Production of 12-inch wafers in large quantities.
• Advanced Packaging Technology: Mass production of PGA and other advanced packaging technologies.
• Spatial Layout of Investment Areas: Key IC industry clusters are located in:
• Jiading District: Chip Design, Manufacturing, Packaging, and Testing.
• Yangpu District: Chip Design, Manufacturing, and Packaging.
• Qingpu District: Packaging and Testing.
• Lin-gang Special Area: Materials and Equipment.
• Jinshan District: Materials and Equipment.
• Industry Support: The Shanghai government is committed to supporting the IC industry, with initiatives such as:
• China (Shanghai) International Semiconductor Exhibition (CISE): A major industry event.
• Industry Associations: The Shanghai Optoelectronics Trade Association (SOTA), Shanghai Computer Trade Association (SCTA), and others.