Lam Research Achieves 15,000 Korean-Manufactured Chamber Units Shipment and Launches Semiconductor Venture Fund

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Lam Research Achieves 15,000 Korean-Manufactured Chamber Units Shipment and Launches Semiconductor Venture Fund

Published2026.10.08 10:33

1 Trillion Won Procurement from Domestic Partners and Contribution to 25,000 Jobs

Lam Research is significantly expanding manufacturing and supply chain collaboration within Korea, strengthening its connection with the domestic semiconductor ecosystem. Multiple achievements were simultaneously announced, including the attainment of 15,000 cumulative Korean-manufactured chamber unit shipments, surpassing 1 trillion won in domestic partner procurement, and the launch of a dedicated venture investment fund.

Lam Research announced these details on the 8th at the "Lam Research Supplier Symposium Korea," held for the first time in Seoul.

The event was attended by domestic partner companies, customers, partner firms, and government officials, with CEO and Chairman Tim Archer presenting directly.

CEO Archer stated, "In the AI era, the speed of problem-solving across the entire ecosystem and the capacity for mass production application of new technologies are more important than ever," adding that the company will realize the speed and innovation customers demand through close collaboration.

As a result of manufacturing activities continued over the past 15 years at three production facilities in Osan, Hwaseong, and Yongin in Gyeonggi Province, Lam Research has achieved the shipment of 15,000 semiconductor manufacturing chamber units produced in Korea.

The company explained that these facilities manufacture critical process equipment such as deposition and etch, supporting advanced semiconductor manufacturing with atomic-level precision.

Citing Yole Group data, Lam Research stated that it is the largest front-end semiconductor equipment manufacturer in Korea and the largest wafer manufacturing equipment exporter.

Lam Research currently operates a supply chain network with approximately 100 domestic companies and procured over 1 trillion won in products and services from domestic partners during 2025.

The company stated it is also expanding the partner network to regions outside the metropolitan area.

A dedicated investment vehicle for startup development has also been established.

The "Lam Research-Hana Semiconductor Unicorn Fund," jointly established by LamCapital, Lam Research's corporate venture investment organization, and Hana Ventures, officially launched at this event.

The fund plans to invest in startups in △manufacturing AI △robotics △advanced packaging △new materials fields and support technology validation, commercialization, and global expansion.

In addition to financial support, Lam Research plans to connect the company's industry expertise and collaboration opportunities.

Furthermore, Lam Research announced that its domestic business generated over 13 trillion won in economic impact as of 2025 and contributed to the creation of over 25,000 jobs, both directly and indirectly.

Since establishing its first office in Korea in 1989, Lam Research has expanded its business foundation through research and development, manufacturing, and talent development.

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