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Canon Eyes India Chip Projects, Plans Local Service Centres

Canon makes machines that help produce computer chips.

The company says it has spoken with major chip projects being developed in India.

It wants to bring its chip-making equipment to the country.

Canon may also open service centres to help customers at all hours.

Those plans depend on the projects moving forward.

India has approved nearly 12 projects to build its chip industry.

Canon’s India chief said he believes the country can develop the needed ecosystem.

He also said Canon’s businesses in India are growing quickly.

Key facts

Company: Canon, a Japanese imaging and optical technology company and supplier of semiconductor lithography systems.
India chief: Toshiaki Nomura, Canon India President and CEO.
Plans: Bring lithography technology to India and establish service centres if semiconductor projects are confirmed.
Support level: Nomura said chip manufacturers would need 24x7 support.
Approved projects: Nearly 12 semiconductor projects have been approved under the India Semiconductor Mission.
Project scope: Approved projects span semiconductor fabrication, assembly, testing, marking and packaging.
Publication date: October 4, 2026.

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