Micron’s $24bn Singapore expansion to create 3,000 new jobs as AI demand accelerates

The advanced fab, located within Micron’s existing NAND manufacturing complex, forms part of a planned US$24 billion investment over the next decade. 

The facility is expected to begin wafer output in the second half of 2028, supporting rising demand for memory and storage technologies driven by artificial intelligence and data-centric applications.

Micron said the new wafer fabrication plant alone will create approximately 1,600 roles, primarily in fab engineering and operations. These positions will focus on advanced manufacturing, integrating AI, smart automation and robotics to boost efficiency and innovation. 

Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong attended the groundbreaking ceremony, alongside senior officials from the Ministry of Trade and Industry, the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and JTC Corporation. Industry leaders said the investment would create high-quality, future-ready jobs while deepening local capabilities in advanced manufacturing. 

Jermaine Loy, Managing Director of the Singapore EDB said, “Micron’s latest expansion will strengthen our semiconductor ecosystem and further anchor Singapore as a critical node in the global semiconductor supply chain. This investment rides on growth in AI and will provide good jobs for Singaporeans. Micron’s advanced facility will leverage advanced robotic automation and boost our advanced manufacturing ecosystem, helping our workforce seize new opportunities.”  

Beyond direct employment, Micron said the project would support workforce development through partnerships with universities and industry players, offering internships, upskilling programmes in AI and smart manufacturing, and pathways to develop advanced R&D talent. 

The new fab will also align with Micron’s sustainability commitments, incorporating energy-efficient design, water recycling and emissions reduction measures, as Singapore continues to position itself as a global hub for high-value semiconductor manufacturing.