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Walsin Lihwa Sees Growth Boost from AI Investments and Subsea Cable Expansion
Electronic Technology · Electronic Components · economic_daily · 2026-10-14
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Walsin Lihwa expects a strong year driven by profitable AI-related investments and the upcoming 2028 launch of its new subsea cable manufacturing facility.
What Happened
Operational Outlook: Chairman Chiao Yu-lon remains optimistic about the company's performance this year, citing significant profit contributions from AI-related investments. The company is strategically positioning itself to benefit from the expansion of AI data centers and the global push for power grid resilience.
Subsea Cable Strategy: Subsea cables represent a critical pillar of Walsin Lihwa's energy sector strategy. With the construction of its manufacturing plant complete, the company is moving toward certification, with full-scale production expected by 2028 to support offshore wind power projects.
Market Demand Drivers: Beyond the tech sector, the company is seeing increased demand for wire and cable products driven by energy infrastructure investments. Large-scale data center construction and power grid upgrades are creating a robust pipeline for the company's core business segments.
Specialty Materials: Walsin Lihwa is shifting its stainless steel business toward high-end specialty materials. The company anticipates that the revival of nuclear energy and the development of small modular reactors will create new, long-term demand for its specialized material offerings.