GlobalFoundries (GF) has been recognised by the World Economic Forum (WEF) as a member of the Global Lighthouse Network (GLN), with its 300mm fab in Singapore being designated as a leading site for advanced manufacturing. This accolade highlights GF’s commitment to deploying over 60 Industry 4.0 solutions, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and the Internet of Things (IoT), to enhance productivity, quality, and time-to-market across its global operations.
The GLN, co-founded by the WEF and McKinsey, acknowledges manufacturing leaders worldwide who set benchmarks in applying Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies. GF’s inclusion in this network underscores its role in driving digital transformation across its facilities in the US, Europe, and Asia. The company has made significant strides in cost, quality, and productivity improvements by leveraging smart manufacturing solutions since 2020.
GF’s strategic partnerships with academia, solution providers, and government agencies are pivotal in building a robust digital talent pipeline and co-developing innovative solutions. “Our digital transformation is instrumental in accelerating GF’s ability to deliver differentiated, essential chips that power AI growth and adoption,” stated Niels Anderskouv, GF’s president and chief operating officer.
Yew Kong Tan, senior vice president and general manager of APAC Manufacturing and Singapore Site at GF, emphasised the significance of this milestone, stating, “GF champions Singapore’s leadership in advanced manufacturing, reinforcing its position as a key global semiconductor manufacturing site.”
As part of the GLN, GF will continue to collaborate with other Lighthouse sites to advance smart manufacturing practices globally, ensuring scalable growth and long-term value for stakeholders.
