Air Liquide Signs a Long-Term Gas Supply Agreement with VSMC to Support Singapore's Semiconductor Industry

Air Liquide will build, own and operate, through a significant investment of around 70 million euros, a new industrial gas production facility in Singapore. In the framework of the long-term agreement, large volumes of ultra high purity nitrogen, oxygen, argon and other gases will be supplied to VisionPower Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (VSMC), the joint venture formed by Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation and NXP Semiconductors N.V..

As part of Air Liquide's comprehensive Carrier Gas solution, this state-of-the-art plant is designed to deliver ultra-high purity gases with an optimised footprint and best-in-class energy efficiency, providing exceptional value to VSMC by enhancing both reliability and efficiency.

Strategically located within the Tampines Wafer Fab Park, one of Singapore’s four key wafer fabrication hubs, the new facility will bolster Singapore’s position as a global semiconductor powerhouse. With the semiconductor industry accounting for more than 20% of the country’s manufacturing output, this investment reflects Air Liquide’s dedication to supporting Singapore’s industrial and economic growth.

In response to the rapid changes in the semiconductor industry, Air Liquide is investing substantially in major semiconductor hubs to meet the increasing demand for energy-efficient chips. This new production plant is set to commence operations in 2026, further strengthening Air Liquide's presence and long-term commitment in the region.

Ronnie Chalmers, Air Liquide Group Vice President Supervising Asia Pacific, commented:
“We are proud to support VSMC with our technologically advanced, sustainable and efficient solutions. This agreement underscores our commitment to innovating and providing value to our customers, and reinforces our position as a technology leader in the Electronics industry, fully aligned with our strategic plan ADVANCE.”