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SEMICON KOREA 2024, a premier exhibition showcasing the present and future of the global semiconductor industry, opened on January 31 at COEX in Seoul and will run for three days.

The event brings together not only Korea’s leading semiconductor companies such as Samsung Electronics and SK hynix, but also global chipmakers including Micron, GlobalFoundries, Infineon, and Kioxia, as well as numerous equipment and materials companies, making it a one-stop venue to see the entire semiconductor industry. In total, more than 500 companies from around the world are participating.

Held under the theme “Innovation Beyond Borders,” SEMICON KOREA 2024 is designed to highlight the collaboration and innovation across technologies, nations, and enterprises necessary to manufacture semiconductor chips that meet the demands of advanced applications.

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In his opening remarks, Hyun-dae Cho, President of SEMI Korea, which organized SEMICON KOREA, stated, “I hope that the more than 500 participating companies will build new partnerships and gain fresh insights through the technical conferences. During this dynamic period for the semiconductor ecosystem, I encourage all companies to use the exhibition as an opportunity to seek new momentum for their growth and development.”

In his welcome speech, Yong-han Lee, Chairman of the WONIK Group, said, “Human civilization has advanced rapidly over the past half-century, with semiconductors at its core. AI, built on semiconductors, is producing more and more data, and meeting this challenge requires even more semiconductors. This represents a tremendous opportunity for Korea’s semiconductor industry and a chance to further elevate the nation’s status as a semiconductor powerhouse.”

In addition to the opening ceremony on January 31, the exhibition will feature a range of programs including keynote speeches sharing the latest market trends, technical conferences highlighting cutting-edge technologies, and—for the first time this year—the Startup Forum, designed to support Korean startups entering the global market.

During SEMICON KOREA, SEMI will also host the SEMI Awards Ceremony, which recognizes companies that have made significant contributions to the advancement of Korea’s semiconductor industry.

A representative of SEMI Korea commented, “SEMICON KOREA 2024 will not only serve as a venue where customers and suppliers come together but will also showcase the key technologies and latest trends driving advanced semiconductors. It will play a pivotal role as a business platform supporting the global expansion of Korea’s equipment and materials companies.”