ASE to invest NT$108.3 billion in Kaohsiung's Renwu for AI advanced testing
ASE is investing NT$108.3 billion in the Kaohsiung Renwu Industrial Park to establish an advanced AI testing base, addressing the growing demand for high-end semiconductor manufacturing in the AI era. The Renwu facility is projected to generate an annual production value of NT$177.3 billion and create thousands of technical job opportunities. It will also implement AI-driven smart manufacturing, accelerating Kaohsiung's transformation into a major smart technology hub.
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- 📰 Published: April 10, 2026 at 11:34
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Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai, invited to deliver a speech at the event, stated that the Renwu Industrial Park will align with the development of Taiwan's semiconductor industry. He noted that TSMC's CoWoS advanced packaging technology is driving demand for professional back-end semiconductor packaging and testing in Taiwan. In addition to ASE’s presence, other electronics companies, such as testing interface manufacturer WinWay, will also move into the Renwu Industrial Park to meet the high-end semiconductor manufacturing needs of the AI era.
In his remarks, ASE CEO Tien Wu pointed out that ASE originated in the Nanzih Technology Industrial Park and has been deeply rooted in Kaohsiung for 42 years. Using approximately 280,000 square meters in Nanzih as its core base, the company has extended to new locations in Luzhu and Dashe exceeding 110,000 square meters. Combined with the strategic layout of approximately 50,000 square meters in Renwu, ASE is gradually building a comprehensive semiconductor packaging and testing industry cluster while strengthening its key position in advanced testing services.
Wu noted that the groundbreaking of the new facility in the Renwu Industrial Park will significantly enhance the overall efficiency of front-end wafer manufacturing and back-end packaging and testing. This expansion will allow for a swifter response to the robust global growth in demand for AI and high-performance computing (HPC).
Wu stated that the launch of the Renwu advanced testing base holds three major significances. The first is "Economic Momentum." He explained that the Renwu base is expected to involve an investment of over NT$108.3 billion and generate a future output value of NT$177.3 billion. This will inject massive economic benefits into Kaohsiung and drive the growth of domestic equipment and component manufacturers, forming a powerful industrial chain.
Secondly, Wu highlighted the "Talent Gathering" effect. As the base is constructed and begins operations, it is expected to create thousands of technical jobs, attracting semiconductor talent to remain in Kaohsiung. Simultaneously, ASE will continue to deepen its cooperation with local colleges and universities to promote industry-academia integration and cultivate more professional talent.
Finally, Wu said the groundbreaking signifies "Industrial Transformation." The Renwu base will introduce AI-driven smart manufacturing, including visual cloud inspection systems and fully automated unmanned guided vehicles (AGVs), to create high-efficiency, low-pollution smart factories. Through a "big leading small" strategy, the project aims to drive the technological upgrading of local suppliers and accelerate Kaohsiung's transformation from a traditional industrial city into a major hub for smart technology. (Edited by Chang Chun-mou) 2026/04/10
In his remarks, ASE CEO Tien Wu pointed out that ASE originated in the Nanzih Technology Industrial Park and has been deeply rooted in Kaohsiung for 42 years. Using approximately 280,000 square meters in Nanzih as its core base, the company has extended to new locations in Luzhu and Dashe exceeding 110,000 square meters. Combined with the strategic layout of approximately 50,000 square meters in Renwu, ASE is gradually building a comprehensive semiconductor packaging and testing industry cluster while strengthening its key position in advanced testing services.
Wu noted that the groundbreaking of the new facility in the Renwu Industrial Park will significantly enhance the overall efficiency of front-end wafer manufacturing and back-end packaging and testing. This expansion will allow for a swifter response to the robust global growth in demand for AI and high-performance computing (HPC).
Wu stated that the launch of the Renwu advanced testing base holds three major significances. The first is "Economic Momentum." He explained that the Renwu base is expected to involve an investment of over NT$108.3 billion and generate a future output value of NT$177.3 billion. This will inject massive economic benefits into Kaohsiung and drive the growth of domestic equipment and component manufacturers, forming a powerful industrial chain.
Secondly, Wu highlighted the "Talent Gathering" effect. As the base is constructed and begins operations, it is expected to create thousands of technical jobs, attracting semiconductor talent to remain in Kaohsiung. Simultaneously, ASE will continue to deepen its cooperation with local colleges and universities to promote industry-academia integration and cultivate more professional talent.
Finally, Wu said the groundbreaking signifies "Industrial Transformation." The Renwu base will introduce AI-driven smart manufacturing, including visual cloud inspection systems and fully automated unmanned guided vehicles (AGVs), to create high-efficiency, low-pollution smart factories. Through a "big leading small" strategy, the project aims to drive the technological upgrading of local suppliers and accelerate Kaohsiung's transformation from a traditional industrial city into a major hub for smart technology. (Edited by Chang Chun-mou) 2026/04/10
FAQ
What is ASE investing in Kaohsiung Renwu?
ASE is investing NT$108.3 billion in the Kaohsiung Renwu Industrial Park to build an AI advanced testing base.
What economic benefits will this investment bring to Kaohsiung?
The Renwu base is projected to generate an annual production value of NT$177.3 billion and create thousands of technical job opportunities, bringing significant economic benefits to Kaohsiung.