TOKYO, Jun 19 (Pulse News Wire) – Yokowo CO.,LTD. (6800.T) announced today that its board of directors, held, approved investments aimed at expanding production capacity within its CTC segment, which focuses on semiconductor inspection-related products.
The investment decision follows rapid market growth driven by high-performance semiconductors for AI and data centers, leading to increased demand for semiconductor testing equipment. To meet this growing need, Yokowo plans to enhance its manufacturing capabilities across three main locations: Japan, Malaysia, and Vietnam. Specifically, the company intends to expand facilities and introduce new production equipment in Japan and Malaysia, while also leasing land, constructing buildings, and installing new production lines in Vietnam.
The total planned investment amounting to approximately ¥7.600 billion will commence in June 2026 and conclude by March 2031. As part of the initial phase, Yokowo expects to invest around ¥3.800 billion by March 2029, focusing on land leases, building construction, and new production equipment installation. While the impact on consolidated earnings for the fiscal year ending March 2027 is expected to be minor, Yokowo anticipates significant revenue expansion beginning in fiscal year 2028 due to increased production capacity.
Detailed forecasts are currently being evaluated, and the company will promptly update stakeholders on any substantial changes.
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