GlobalFoundries Agrees to Supply Silicon Interposers for TSMC
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MALTA, N.Y., Oct. 08, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- GlobalFoundries, a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, has reached an agreement with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) to establish a U.S.-based supply of silicon interposers for TSMC's CoWoS® advanced packaging ecosystem. This collaboration will see GlobalFoundries provide manufacturing services to TSMC, with the aim of adding fabrication capacity at its Malta, New York facility. The move is expected to support growing demand for high-performance computing and artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
Under the agreement, GlobalFoundries will expand its capacity at the Malta site, establishing the first U.S.-based source of silicon interposers supporting advanced packaging technologies, including embedded deep trench capacitor components. This development is seen as a critical step in ensuring a secure, scalable source of essential advanced-packaging elements, which will help customers accelerate innovation and strengthen the semiconductor supply chain.
Volume production is expected to begin ramping at GlobalFoundries' Malta site during the first half of 2028. The agreement has an initial term of five years and provides a framework for future capacity expansion.
The agreement is subject to the terms of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and includes forward-looking statements. These statements reflect the company's current expectations and views of future events. GlobalFoundries remains focused on security, longevity, and sustainability in its operations.
GlobalFoundries' expansion into advanced packaging technologies is part of its broader strategy to support the semiconductor industry's growing demand for high-performance computing and AI systems. The company's Malta facility will play a crucial role in this effort, providing greater scale and flexibility for delivering advanced packaging solutions across multiple product generations.
With the addition of this manufacturing capacity, GlobalFoundries aims to support the development of next-generation AI systems and ensure a secure, reliable supply chain for its customers. The agreement with TSMC is expected to strengthen the company's position in the semiconductor market and support its long-term growth objectives.