<p>➀ An inauguration ceremony has been held for a $3.2 billion SiC fab in Chongqing, China, a joint venture between Sanan Optoelectronics and STMicroelectronics.</p><p>➁ Sanan holds a 51% stake, with ST holding 49%. The fab is expected to start volume production of 8” SiC ICs in Q4 2025 using ST's SiC process technology.</p><p>➂ When fully operational in 2028, the fab will have a capacity of 40k wpm. Sanan will also build an 8-inch SiC substrate facility to supply wafers to the JV under a long-term agreement.</p>
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