Core Viewpoint - The Dutch government's seizure of the Chinese semiconductor company Nexperia has led to a global chip supply crisis, particularly affecting the European automotive industry, which is struggling with supply chain disruptions due to the refusal of Nexperia's European division to supply wafers to its Chinese counterpart [1][6]. Group 1: Supply Chain Disruption - Nexperia's European customers are seeking alternative solutions to bypass the dispute between its European and Chinese operations, referred to as a "temporary patch," which involves purchasing silicon wafers directly from the European factory and shipping them to China for final packaging [1][3]. - The automotive sector is experiencing significant pressure due to chip shortages, impacting production for major companies like Volkswagen, Bosch, Continental, and Honda [3][4]. Group 2: Alternative Solutions - Nexperia (China) is exploring alternative wafer sources, including domestic Chinese semiconductor manufacturers, to mitigate supply chain disruptions [4][6]. - Other potential solutions being considered include sourcing similar chips from companies like Onsemi and STMicroelectronics [3]. Group 3: Regulatory and Diplomatic Context - The Dutch government has frozen Nexperia's assets and intellectual property for one year, which has exacerbated the supply chain crisis and drawn criticism from China [6][7]. - Dutch officials acknowledge the importance of predictable supply chains and are seeking diplomatic dialogue with China to resolve the issues surrounding Nexperia [7][8].
“安世客户怕再被荷兰坑,想了一招:自己去找中国工厂谈包装”