[Edaily Reporter Kwon Oh Seok ] Sigetronics, Inc.(429270)announced on the 13th that it is upgrading its business structure in line with the era of “Physical AI,” where robots, autonomous vehicles, and smart factories make their own decisions and operate independently in real-world environments.

As the physical AI industry expands into sectors such as defense, aerospace, and healthcare, demand is rapidly increasing not only for semiconductors used for simple computations but also for sensors that perceive the external environment and specialized semiconductors that protect power systems and devices. In response, the company explained that it has established a structure to maintain its existing electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection device business as a stable source of revenue while reinvesting the funds secured into high-growth areas such as optical sensors and custom semiconductor foundry services.
In particular, the sensor business is emerging as a key growth driver. Sigetronics, Inc. has expanded its lineup of optical sensors for applications in healthcare, smartphones, LiDAR, and robot vision, and is demonstrating its technological capabilities and quality by beginning mass production for global optical sensor companies such as Everlight and Lite-On.
The company is also expanding its production capacity to meet growing demand. Its “M-FAB” is a production platform capable of flexibly handling various materials and processes on a single line, enabling a one-stop service from product design and development to packaging and mass production. The company explains that this structure puts it in a favorable position to secure long-term supply contracts with global clients.
Sigetronics, Inc.’s strategy is to evolve beyond simple manufacturing into an “AI-specialized semiconductor platform company” that integrates sensors and power semiconductors. The company aims to establish a customized semiconductor ecosystem by 2030 through the expansion of its global customer base and proactive investment in facilities.
Sim Kyu-hwan, CEO of Sigetronics, Inc., stated, “We have established a platform capable of integrated production—from wafer to package—of ESD and TVS protection devices as well as optical sensors.” He added, “Through our EPI-based multi-channel TVS platform, we will provide customized protection solutions across various sectors, including mobile, automotive, and industrial automation, and continue to expand our market share.”