Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) gradually resumes operations at its Kumamoto, Japan, facility following a 7.1 magnitude earthquake on July 28. TSMC evacuated all personnel after the quake. Inspections confirmed all employees were safe. The plant's structure remained undamaged.
TSMC restores production in stages as detailed assessments of sensitive manufacturing equipment continue. The construction of a second fab on the site remained undamaged. However, TSMC paused some work as a safety precaution due to potential aftershocks. TSMC has not provided a specific timeline for the plant's return to full operational capacity.