Hsinchu Science Park 結果共6筆

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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) halted all construction work on Wednesday (April 3) due to the impact of a major 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Hualien earlier that day.

The Ministry of Labor in Taiwan has reported an increase of 359 employees on unpaid leave since December 18, bringing the total to 9,935. The rise is primarily attributed to the manufacturing sector, which has been affected by a decline in orders. Notably, a sports equipment manufacturing company saw a significant increase of around 170 unpaid leave cases, while the Hsinchu Science Park, known for its semiconductor component manufacturers, reported about 50 workers on unpaid leave. A total of 382 businesses have reduced working hours, impacting 9,935 workers. In the Hsinchu Science Park alone, a semiconductor component manufacturer with a staff of over 600 has implemented reduced shifts for 50 workers. Other industries, such as support services, wholesale, and retail, have experienced relatively minor changes during this period.

Longtan residents gathered at the Hsinchu Science Park Administration to demand updates on the stalled expansion project, despite TSMC’s recent withdrawal from building a fabrication plant in the area. With continued concerns over land seizure and community upheaval, locals are urging the administration to reconsider its plans.

TSMC’s plans for expansion in Longtan District may be put on hold due to opposition from local residents. Despite this, the government has stated that it will support TSMC even if the expansion plans are abandoned.

Factories operating within the Hsinchu Science Park have commenced a reduction in water consumption in March as a result of scarce rainfall, according to reports.