NY CREATES proudly showcased its collaborative spirit in driving semiconductor innovation and international collaboration at this year’s SEMICON Japan event. This premier conference brought together leaders in the semiconductor manufacturing supply chain for the latest insights, trends, and innovations. It also marked a significant step forward in creating lasting global partnerships that can benefit New York / U.S. and Japan, as NY CREATES engaged with key partners, industry leaders, and government representatives to accelerate global progress in semiconductor technologies.
Building Strategic Partnerships
NY CREATES and the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) announced a strategic partnership to drive international collaboration in the semiconductor industry, highlighting a commitment to promoting advanced chips-related research and development, technology alliances, and workforce development across the high-tech ecosystems of New York’s Capital Region and Japan. This collaboration aims to strengthen U.S.-Japan ties in the semiconductor industry and connect leading organizations in both countries, leveraging their networks to drive innovation in semiconductor technologies while leveraging each other’s strengths to bolster their respective high-tech ecosystems. Read more about the announcement HERE.
Driving Collaboration Through Thought Leadership
NY CREATES Associate VP for Business Development, Frank Tolic, delivered an engaging presentation titled, “Semiconductor Industry Trends in the U.S. and Opportunities for Collaboration with U.S. Companies.” A large crowd gained valuable insights into how strengthened U.S.-Japan collaboration can accelerate semiconductor advancements and unlock mutual opportunities for innovation and economic growth.
Senior Director of International Partnerships at Empire State Development, Carin Rising shared her presentation, “U.S. Semiconductor Landscape, Innovations, and Opportunities.” She emphasized New York’s growing global semiconductor-related partnerships, highlighting NY CREATES as an integral part of the United States’ innovation ecosystem during the presentation at SEMICON Japan.
Strengthening Existing Partnerships
Supporting a partnership from an earlier agreement announced in August between New York Governor Kathy Hochul and the Hokkaido government to promote semiconductor R&D and workforce development, NY CREATES leaders and the business development team connected with Hokkaido government members at SEMICON Japan. These discussions reaffirmed the shared commitment to creating a robust, global semiconductor ecosystem anchored by high-tech R&D hubs. Read more about this partnership announcement HERE.
Adding to the momentum, NY CREATES signed a strategic partnership agreement with ADVANTEC CO., LTD to advance semiconductor R&D. NY CREATES is thrilled to embark on this journey with ADVANTEC and looks forward to unlocking new opportunities for the future of semiconductor innovation.
A Collaborative Future
The NY CREATES business development team was on-site throughout the event to explore opportunities for collaboration, share insights, and connect with partners who are passionate about advancing semiconductor R&D, economic development, and workforce training. SEMICON Japan provided NY CREATES an invaluable opportunity to foster international connections, strengthen strategic partnerships, and showcase its role as a leader in the global semiconductor ecosystem.
Looking Ahead
Thank you to all our partners, attendees, and collaborators who made this week at SEMICON Japan so impactful. From strategic partnerships, to engaging discussions on global collaboration and R&D, this week underscored the importance of working together to build a strong global semiconductor future.
Let’s continue driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and strengthening the semiconductor industry’s future together!
