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SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026

Overview

The semiconductor industry across Southeast Asia is entering a defining chapter — fueled by AI-led innovation, supply chain diversification and accelerating demand for advanced packaging, IC design and intelligent manufacturing. As Malaysia positions itself as a strategic hub in the global semiconductor ecosystem, the opportunity for equipment OEMs and chip companies to rethink how they engineer, build and scale has never been greater.

At HCLTech, we bring 27+ years of unbroken semiconductor heritage, end-to-end engineering depth across both equipment and chip lifecycles and AI-powered platforms that are already transforming how leading semiconductor enterprises operate. From GenAI-accelerated and verification to , lifecycle optimization and turnkey equipment ownership — we partner with 8 of the top 10 equipment OEMs, 8 of the top 10 chip companies and hold approved SoC partner status at all top 4 global foundries.

Join us at SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026 to explore how our Chip2Intelligence approach is helping semiconductor leaders move from incremental improvement to transformational outcomes — and why Southeast Asia is at the heart of that journey.

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Focus Areas

Chip & Equipment Engineering

End-to-End Engineering — From Spec to Platform, NPD to Lifecycle Ownership

HCLTech is the only SI that bridges chip and equipment, design and manufacturing, new product development and installed base optimization. For chip companies, our Spec-to-Platform approach covers the full silicon journey — from product specification through front-end and back-end design, FPGA emulation, pre-silicon validation, advanced packaging, production testing and qualification. For equipment OEMs, we deliver comprehensive mechanical, electrical and software engineering — spanning new product introduction, sustaining engineering, upgrades and long-term lifecycle services including mature platform optimization.

Southeast Asia & Malaysia

Scaling Semiconductor Innovation Across Asia

Southeast Asia is rapidly emerging as a critical node in the global semiconductor supply chain — driven by advanced packaging demand, data center investment and national strategies like Malaysia's "Made by Malaysia" initiative. HCLTech is investing in this growth with regional delivery capability, ecosystem partnerships and a deep understanding of local market dynamics. Our engagement model — combining global engineering scale with local presence and governance — is purpose-built for semiconductor companies looking to expand capacity, diversify supply chains and unlock new market opportunities across APAC.

AI-Powered Innovation

AI Across the Semiconductor Lifecycle

From design intelligence to factory intelligence, GenAI is reshaping every stage of the semiconductor value chain. HCLTech's AI-powered platforms — including Progenix for chip design acceleration and HCLTech AI Force for intelligent software engineering — are helping semiconductor enterprises reduce design cycles by 30–40%, optimize yield and embed intelligence into equipment and fab operations. Whether it's automated test code generation, AI-driven verification or predictive maintenance through digital twins, we bring proven, deployable AI solutions.

Equipment Lifecycle Value

Redefining Value Beyond the Tool

For equipment OEMs, the next wave of growth isn't just in selling new tools — it's in owning the lifecycle. HCLTech helps equipment companies monetize their installed base through sustaining engineering, platform upgrades, field services and service-layer innovation. We drive CXO-level dialogues on lifecycle value, help build proof-led storytelling across engineering, upgrades and service and position our partners for long-term ownership of legacy and mature platforms. It's a shift from transactional engineering to strategic, annuity-driven partnership.

Solutions

Progenix — AI-Assisted Chip Design Acceleration

Progenix — AI-Assisted Chip Design Acceleration

Harness GenAI to transform semiconductor development. HCLTech's Progenix accelerates design verification, test case generation and automated code development — reducing design cycles by 50–60%. With AI-driven optimization, semiconductor companies can shorten time-to-market while improving quality and first-time-right execution.

Spec-to-Parts Platform

Spec-to-Parts Platform

Seamless, end-to-end silicon development from initial product concept through to high-volume production. HCLTech's platform-driven approach ensures faster design realization and first-time-right results — covering design verification, physical design, FPGA prototype and emulation, pre-silicon validation, advanced packaging, production testing and post-silicon qualification.

AI-Driven Smart Manufacturing and Yield Optimization

AI-Driven Smart Manufacturing and Yield Optimization

Maximize fab and OSAT efficiency with AI-powered digital twins. Our solutions deliver real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, AI-driven process control and defect detection — reducing downtime, improving yield and enabling higher profitability across semiconductor manufacturing operations.

Turnkey Equipment Engineering and Lifecycle Services

Turnkey Equipment Engineering and Lifecycle Services

End-to-end equipment engineering — from new product development through sustaining engineering, mature platform optimization and aftermarket services. HCLTech takes full accountability from design to deployment, shifting the model from staff augmentation to outcome-based delivery across mechanical, electrical and software engineering domains.

AI Force for Semiconductor Software Engineering

AI Force for Semiconductor Software Engineering

An advanced AI and ML-based solution for intelligent software development and testing. Using GenAI technologies, AI Force augments development and test teams across semiconductor enterprises — enabling faster cycles, higher-quality code and lower costs for equipment software, control systems and automation platforms.

Why HCLTech

#1

Semi Engineering SI — Leading design-services player with 27+ years of unbroken semiconductor heritage

Only

SI with Top 4 Fab SoC Partner Status — Approved SoC partner at Intel, Samsung, TSMC and GlobalFoundries with privileged PDK access

20+

Year Relationships — Driving transformation for all of the top 5 Equipment Companies, 8 of the top 10 Chip companies and 3 of the top 4 ISVs

45,000+

Engineers driving R&D breakthroughs

220+

Tapeouts across multiple foundries and process nodes

95%

First Silicon Success Rate

₹1320Cr+

Highest Investments — Customer Labs, 10k Clean Room, Solution Frameworks​

End-to-End

Chip-to-Cloud, Spec-to-Platform — the only SI that bridges chip design and equipment engineering with proprietary solution frameworks

Client Testimonials

HCLTech has been a strategic partner, delivering critical engineering services that have significantly contributed to Teradyne's success. HCLTech’s engineering teams have been integral to Teradyne's product development, sustenance, and support. Our collaboration has spanned multiple platforms, including UltraFLEXplus, UltraFLEX, J750, and ETS. To further strengthen this partnership, HCLTech has established dedicated Teradyne labs in India, equipped with Teradyne testers to support training and product development efforts.”

Roy Chorev

VP Semiconductor Test, Product Development at Teradyne, Inc.

At Eugenus, we pride ourselves on driving innovation in semiconductor equipment and HCL Tech has been a crucial partner in helping us achieve our goals. The HCLTech engineering team has demonstrated exceptional technical expertise, significantly enhancing our equipment through their expertise in semiconductor technologies. Their deep understanding of semiconductor technologies, combined with their ability to collaborate closely with our internal teams, has contributed to several successful projects.”

Dr. Tejinder Singh, Ph.D., MBA

Chief Technology Officer, Eugenus, Inc.

We have been working with HCLTech for over 20 years, and I must say that their service has been nothing short of exceptional. The quality of their services is top-notch, and their customer service is always prompt and friendly. Their meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality results are truly commendable. They have consistently met our requirements and adapted to our needs with remarkable flexibility. I highly recommend HCLTech to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality services.”

Shital R Patel

Vice President Axcelis Technologies, Inc.

As Intel transforms the world’s premier systems foundry for the AI era, HCLTech will play a significant role in delivering our winning strategy. HCLTech’s long-standing commitment to safety, quality, affordability, innovation, supplier diversity and sustainability sets a global benchmark for emulation."

Keyvan Esfarjani

Chief Global Operations Officer, Intel

Analyst Accolades

HCLTech recognized as a Leader in Everest Group's Semiconductor Engineering Services PEAK Matrix Assessment 2024

HCLTech recognized as a Leader in ISG Digital Engineering Services, 2024

HCLTech rated Customers' Choice in all six active Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer reports

HCLTech wins Intel's EPIC Outstanding Supplier Award

Let's Engineer What's Next — Together

Meet our semiconductor leaders at Booth #3193 to explore how HCLTech is helping the world's leading equipment OEMs and chip companies harness AI, scale engineering and own outcomes end-to-end. Book your meeting today.

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