Infineon Technologies is actively advocating for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) to construct a second fabrication plant in Dresden, Germany.
The German chipmaker argues that the next critical step for the region's semiconductor ecosystem is the establishment of a facility capable of producing chips with small structure sizes, or advanced nodes.
This push comes as Infineon seeks to deepen its supply chain integration and secure access to cutting-edge manufacturing technology closer to its European customer base.
The call for a second TSMC facility represents a significant escalation in efforts to build a self-sufficient semiconductor hub in Europe.
While TSMC has already committed to a first plant in Dresden, the construction of a second site would signal long-term confidence in the region's industrial policy and workforce.
Infineon's stance highlights the strategic importance of advanced-node capacity for automotive and industrial applications, sectors where the company holds a dominant position.