The company said it would invest about 10 billion yen ($90 million) in the project, which is expected to be completed by the end of 2021. The new facility will produce image sensors for automotive cameras, security cameras, and other applications.
Sony said the new facility will help it meet the growing demand for image sensors, which are used in a variety of applications, including automotive cameras, security cameras, and other applications. The company said the new facility will also help it expand its production capacity and improve its cost competitiveness.
The move is part of Sony’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its semiconductor business. The company has been investing heavily in its semiconductor business in recent years, including the acquisition of Toshiba’s image sensor business in 2017.
Sony said the new facility will create about 200 jobs in Kumamoto, and the company is committed to contributing to the local economy. The company said it will continue to invest in its semiconductor business to meet the growing demand for image sensors.