Tata Electronics Private Limited and Merck on Tuesday announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a strategic collaboration to boost India’s semiconductor and electronics manufacturing capabilities. The partnership will focus on semiconductor materials, fabrication infrastructure, and the distribution of specialty chemicals and gases across the country.
As part of the agreement, Merck will provide its complete portfolio of products and services—including high-purity electronic materials, advanced gas and chemical delivery systems, turnkey fab infrastructure services, and AI-powered Material Intelligence™ solutions—for Tata Electronics’ upcoming Fab in Dholera, Gujarat. The collaboration also involves the exchange of best practices in safety and manufacturing excellence, along with access to industry platforms such as Athinia®, a secure data analytics solution designed for cross-industry collaboration.
The partnership will further extend to localized warehousing, raw material supply chain development, talent cultivation, and the establishment of industry standards to strengthen India’s semiconductor landscape.
Commenting on the development, Dr. Randhir Thakur, CEO & MD of Tata Electronics, said:
“This strategic partnership with Merck brings not only world-class expertise in advanced materials but also a shared commitment to the highest standards of safety and manufacturing excellence. Together, we aim to set new benchmarks in quality, safety, and innovation for the global semiconductor industry.”
Dr. Kai Beckmann, Member of the Executive Board of Merck and CEO Electronics, added:
“The collaboration with Tata Electronics reflects our strategy to be a trusted partner in key growth markets, enabling scale through safety, precision, and innovation. Together, the aim is to build a resilient and future-ready materials ecosystem supporting India’s semiconductor aspirations.”
The MoU aligns closely with the India Semiconductor Mission and represents a major milestone in building indigenous semiconductor capabilities. Tata Electronics is investing ₹91,000 crore (USD 11 billion) to establish India’s first semiconductor Fab in Dholera. The facility will manufacture chips for automotive, mobile devices, AI, and other critical sectors, serving global customers.
By accelerating the Fab’s execution and enabling supplier, talent, and technology development, the partnership is expected to play a pivotal role in advancing India’s position within the global semiconductor value chain.
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