Chinese tech giant Huawei, which has been at the center of global market attention due to trade restrictions, is preparing a major step in the semiconductor sector. According to industry sources, the company intends to establish its own DRAM memory production. This strategic project is being implemented in partnership with Chinese manufacturer Swaysure and with active state support.
The initiative aims to solve two critical tasks: reduce dependence on global memory suppliers and ensure uninterrupted business operations amid a global chip shortage. Moreover, creating its own production facility will serve as insurance against potential new trade restrictions from the US.
New factory parameters
Partners plan to build a high-tech facility capable of processing 12-inch wafers. The declared capacity of the factory will be up to 140,000 wafers per month. In the first stage, production will focus on the release of 28nm DRAM chips.
To implement such an ambitious project, Huawei has attracted experienced world-class specialists. The former director of TSMC has been appointed as the General Director of the enterprise, while the former head of Elpida will take the post of strategic consultant. Their experience is intended to ensure technological competence and the efficiency of the production launch.
The role of partners and the state
Despite Huawei's significant experience in semiconductor development, the company has virtually no experience in mass DRAM production. This is why the partner — Swaysure — will play a key role in the project. It is expected that state support will accelerate the pace of factory construction and help minimize risks associated with memory shortages and dependence on giants such as Samsung, SK hynix, and Micron.
