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SEMICON Southeast Asia (SEA), the region’s premier global electronics manufacturing and supply chain event, will take place from 20-22 May at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore. Marking its 30th anniversary and spotlighting the theme of Stronger Together – Collaborating to Navigate Uncertainties and Fostering Resilience, SEMICON SEA will gather industry leaders, innovators, academia, and global policymakers to exchange insights, present emerging solutions, and forge partnerships. Registration is open.
SEAAccording to a 2024 market insights report by Statista1, Southeast Asia is emerging as a key global semiconductor hub, driven by strong market growth projected at 10.42% CAGR from 2025 to 2029 and rising demand for advanced technologies. Semiconductor production is increasing in countries like Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, while Singapore leads in innovation and sustainability initiatives. These combined strengths solidify Southeast Asia’s position as a vital player in supporting chip production and innovation to fuel industry growth.
“Building on 30 years of supporting Southeast Asia’s dynamic and growing semiconductor ecosystem, SEMI remains committed to helping the region meet increased expectations and assume an even greater role in the global industry in the decades ahead,” said Ajit Manocha, President and CEO, SEMI. “We look forward to celebrating this important milestone together while charting the course for the next phase of industry growth.”
“Celebrating SEMICON Southeast Asia’s 30-year milestone in Singapore is a momentous occasion that highlights both the growth of the semiconductor industry and Southeast Asia region’s significant role as a global innovation hub,” said Linda Tan, President, SEMI Southeast Asia. “We’re excited to welcome innovators and policymakers from around the globe to showcase Southeast Asia’s leadership in advancing the technologies of tomorrow and driving sustainability.”
Program Highlights
CEO Summit Keynote Sessions
SEMICON SEA’s CEO Summit keynote sessions will feature the following global industry leaders, with more to be announced.
- Dr. Prabu Raja: President, Semiconductor Products Group of Applied Materials
- Dr. Tien Wu: Director and Chief Operating Officer of ASE Group
- Mr. Tim Breen: Chief Operations Officer of GlobalFoundries
- Dr. Rutger Wijburg: Chief Operating Officer of Infineon Technologies
- Mr. Pierre Barnabé: Chief Operating Officer of Soitec
Workforce Development
The 2025 event will connect semiconductor organizations with job seekers, empower young professionals, and help ensure market resilience and competitiveness in the years to come. Workforce development initiatives at SEMICON SEA will include a career exploration fair, specialized sessions for human resources professionals, and new programs like SEMI TECH Zoomers University Bootcamp, Chip-on-Wheels, and more.
Sustainability
SEMICON SEA 2025 will showcase the region’s efforts in promoting green semiconductor practices. The SEMI Global Climate Summit (GCS) Suppliers Sustainability Workshops, held in conjunction with SEMICON SEA, will propose strategies for direct emissions reduction, green energy transitions, and collaborative reporting and transparency.
