In Asia's most advanced fabs, Air Liquide delivers the ultra-pure gases that power next-generation chips.
IN SINGAPORE, DEVELOPING ON-SITE ULTRA-HIGH PURITY GAS SOLUTIONS
In Singapore, Air Liquide is reinforcing its forefront position by anchoring new industrial gas capacity directly in the country’s main semiconductor hub, where supply continuity and purity have become strategic differentiators. The Group is investing around 70 million euros to build, own and operate a new industrial gas production unit to supply large volumes of nitrogen, oxygen, argon and other ultra-pure gases to VisionPower Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (VSMC). Operations are planned to begin in 2026.
This step is complemented by two additional long-term industrial gas contracts signed just months apart with another major semiconductor customer. For a total investment of 130 million euros, Air Liquide will build, own and operate two next-generation industrial gas facilities in Singapore to support the expansion of a leading semiconductor manufacturer. These units will supply large volumes of ultra-high purity nitrogen and integrate digital features such as automation and predictive maintenance to enhance energy efficiency, operational reliability and quality control. Operations are expected to begin in 2027.
A defining feature of these projects - and Air Liquide’s broader footprint in Singapore, is the Group’s ultra-compact plant design, developed for land-scarce environments.
IN CHINA, SCALING ULTRA-PURE INDUSTRIAL GASES TO SUPPORT THE LOCAL SEMICONDUCTOR INDUSTRY
In China, Air Liquide is strengthening its position in the semiconductor value chain through multiple long-term contracts to supply ultra-pure industrial gases across the country. In 2025, the Group signed new agreements in Beijing and Shenzhen, for a total investment of nearly 75 million euros. These contracts will deliver up to 90,000 Nm³/h of gaseous nitrogen alongside significant volumes of hydrogen, oxygen, argon, helium and CO₂, supporting China's growing semiconductor industry.
BUILDING RESILIENCE AS SUPPLY CHAINS RECONFIGURE
Together, these projects show how Air Liquide is building an Asia platform around two structural shifts: the acceleration of semiconductor investment, and the rebalancing of global value chains. As companies and governments pursue “de-risking”, including reshoring strategies, supply security and local production are becoming central operating conditions. By adding advanced materials and ultra‑high purity gas production capabilities close to manufacturing sites in South Korea and Singapore, and by securing long-term contracts to supply China’s expanding semiconductor industry, the Group is strengthening its position as a leader in industrial gases throughout the region.