Merck Opens Site for its Semiconductor Business in Taiwan
Merck has inaugurated its megasite for semiconductor solutions in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The Electronics business sector has invested a total of €500 million there in recent years.
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Shin-Etsu Chemical Offers $431 Million for Mimasu Semiconductor Industry
Japan’s Shin-Etsu Chemical has made an offer to acquire all of the shares in its affiliate Mimasu Semiconductor Industry for ¥68.0 billion (approximately $430.9 million). Shin-Etsu will raise its stake in Mimasu to 100% from the current 43.87%. The tender offer will begin on June 21, with the aim of closing by the end of Aug. 5.
