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Nippon Precision Electronics to expand factory in Arao for semiconductor equipment parts

Nippon Precision Electronics Co., Ltd.Arao, KumamotoPublished
InvestmentNot disclosed
PhasePlanned
Start—
Completion—

Nippon Precision Electronics has signed a location agreement with Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture, to expand its factory. The project will increase supply capacity for parts used in semiconductor manufacturing equipment amid strong growth in the semiconductor market.

Project facts

Owner
Nippon Precision Electronics Co., Ltd.
Facility
Factory/Plant
Sector
Semiconductors & electronics
Location
Arao, Kumamoto, Japan
Investment
Not disclosed
Announced
Sep 30, 2026
Themes
semiconductor-supply-chain

Figures and schedules are as announced by the company or the public body concerned; plans can change. Amounts that were not disclosed are recorded as not disclosed, never estimated.

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