Taniobis Expands Tantalum and Niobium Chloride Production in Germany

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Germany-based Tantalum and Niobium powder producer Taniobis, a subsidiary of JX Nippon Mining & Metals, has announced plans to expand its production and testing capabilities. The company aims to meet the rising global demand for Tantalum and Niobium-based products, essential components in the semiconductor industry, by investing in its facilities in Goslar and Laufenburg.

Focus on Tantalum and Niobium Chlorides

Taniobis is constructing a new testing and production plant at its Goslar facility to enhance its flexibility in addressing increasing market needs. The company sees significant growth opportunities in Niobium and Tantalum chlorides, which are vital precursors in the production of microprocessors and memory chips.

Additionally, Taniobis plans to optimize its Laufenburg chloride plant, which produces various grades of Tantalum and Niobium chloride, along with tungsten and molybdenum-based products. This optimization will position the company to deliver advanced materials for next-generation semiconductor technologies.

“We recognize significant growth potential in atomic layer deposition and chemical vapor deposition for the next generation of semiconductors,” said Kazuhiko Iida, Taniobis Group chairman.

Demand Driven by AI, 5G, and Automotive Technologies

The surge in demand for Tantalum and Niobium chlorides is fueled by the rapid integration of technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), 5G telecommunications, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. These industries require energy-efficient and high-performing semiconductors.

The automotive sector also heavily relies on these advanced materials for systems like advanced driver assistance (ADAS) and autonomous driving technologies.

While Taniobis has not disclosed a timeline for these expansions, the company’s investments underscore its commitment to meeting the growing needs of semiconductor and automotive manufacturers worldwide.