Linde, a German industrial gases supplier, is finalizing the setup of a new plant in Dholera and partnering with electronics customers to serve the semiconductor ecosystem.

The firm has a robust local footprint and an international supply chain for electronic gases, positioning it effectively to support new fabs in India. The Dholera facility will process various gases, such as oxygen, nitrogen, and argon, essential for semiconductor manufacturing.

Milan Sadhukhan, the deputy head of Linde for South Asia, mentioned that the company is strategically positioned to cater to India's semiconductor sector thanks to its established presence in Gujarat and a strong global supply chain for electronic gases
. The firm operates more than 1,000 facilities and provides specialty gases along with customized assistance for the semiconductor, solar, and display sectors.

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The Dholera facility will manage various gases, such as oxygen, nitrogen, and argon, which are essential for semiconductor manufacturing. Sadhukhan mentioned that it takes time for gas demand in electronics projects to increase, and meeting the initial low demand from on-site gas plants built for full capacity is not economically viable. Consequently, a company in industrial gases such as Linde is essential to supply liquefied gas to satisfy the initial demand.

Linde's investment in the Dholera facility aligns with its strategy to prepare for the demands of future electronics projects. The firm has already set up facilities in Dahej and Sanand in Gujarat and is currently in the advanced phases of increasing capacity in Dholera. Linde anticipates collaborating with major electronics clients in the area.

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Linde's action highlights the rising significance of the semiconductor sector in India and the escalating need for industrial gases to aid this industry. As the semiconductor sector is expected to hit $ 1 trillion by 2030, investments such as Linde's in Dholera are poised to attract considerable interest.