SK Hynix has announced a major investment of 54.3 trillion won ($38.1 billion) to build two new DRAM and NAND manufacturing plants in South Korea. The decision comes as demand for memory chips surges, driven by the growth of AI infrastructure and tight supply conditions. The first cleanrooms for the new facilities are expected to open in December 2028 and June 2029, with equipment installation planned based on demand rather than as a short-term solution to address RAM price pressures (notebookcheck.net).
The investment is part of a broader strategy to expand production capacity in response to rising demand. SK Hynix stated that the new plants will help meet the increasing need for memory chips, particularly in sectors such as artificial intelligence and data centers. Analysts note that the company’s move reflects the ongoing tightness in the memory market, with prices remaining elevated due to limited supply (tekedia.com).
The investment also aligns with global trends in semiconductor manufacturing, as companies seek to secure supply chains and meet the growing demand for advanced memory solutions. While the new facilities are not intended as an immediate fix for RAM price relief, they signal a long-term approach to capacity expansion. The company emphasized that equipment will be installed only as needed, ensuring alignment with market demand (notebookcheck.net).
