Sony and TSMC to invest US$6.4 billion in Japanese sensor plant

Published Aug 10, 06:56 AM UTC

Sony Semiconductor Solutions and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) are planning to invest approximately US$6.4 billion in a new sensor plant in Japan, according to a source. The two firms aim to begin production at the facility in 2029, though no specific timeline for the investment has been disclosed. The investment is driven by anticipated demand for image sensors used in AI-powered robots and self-driving vehicles, which require advanced sensing capabilities. The plant will focus on manufacturing image sensors, a key component for these emerging technologies. The report, published by The Business Times on August 10, 2026, highlights the growing collaboration between the two tech giants and Japan's efforts to bolster its semiconductor manufacturing base.