Micron Invests in New York Critical Minerals Processing With Indium Corporation

Ben Tessone, Senior vice president and chief procurement officer at Micron Technology

“Advanced memory manufacturing depends on a reliable supply of critical minerals. Enabling that requires engagements well beyond our direct suppliers.”

Ben Tessone, Senior vice president and chief procurement officer at Micron Technology

“Securing these inputs is essential to Micron's long-term growth and technology roadmap. Partnering with Indium Corporation to restart this capability in its New York facility expands U.S. capacity for critical minerals production and builds a more resilient supply chain for American semiconductor manufacturing and national security.”

Ross Berntson, President and CEO of Indium Corporation

“Micron's decision to partner with Indium Corporation reflects the trust they've placed in our people and our ability to deliver”

Ross Berntson, President and CEO of Indium Corporation

“For more than 90 years, we've called Central New York home, developing materials that support some of the world's most advanced technologies. We're grateful for Micron's confidence in our team and the opportunity to build on that history. Together, we're expanding the supply of semiconductor-grade critical minerals and taking an important step forward for domestic manufacturing.”

Kathy Hochul, Governor of New York

“Micron's progress in Central New York keeps building. The company is months ahead of schedule on the largest private investment in New York State history in Clay, and now it is teaming up with Indium Corporation, a New York manufacturer for generations, to expand Indium Corporation’s operations in Rome and restart critical minerals processing. Every link in the semiconductor supply chain we bring to New York, especially when it is built by a New York company like Indium Corporation, means more opportunities for families to build careers here, a stronger Upstate economy and a more secure nation.”

Charles E. Schumer, U.S. Senator

“I’ve long said Upstate New York is America's new semiconductor superhighway, and today that superhighway runs right through Oneida County! When I wrote and passed the CHIPS and Science Act into law, delivering Micron’s historic investment to New York, I promised the semiconductor supply chain following Micron would bring even more investment and jobs to communities from Rome to Syracuse and all across our state. With today’s announced partnership between Micron and Indium Corporation, that is exactly what is happening. By working with homegrown, legacy businesses like Indium Corporation, Micron is creating new demand to expand critical mineral processing here in the U.S., reducing reliance on foreign sources and delivering a brighter future for new jobs and investment in the Mohawk Valley.”

Ryan McMahon, Onondaga County Executive

“The preparation is over and the momentum in Clay is real. Foundations are going in, thousands of workers are headed to the site, and now the supply chain we planned for is starting to follow. A semiconductor cluster doesn't stop at the county line. When Micron invests in our neighbors in Oneida County, it shows all of Central New York is becoming the place where America's chip industry gets built.”

Anthony J. Picente Jr., Oneida County Executive

“Indium Corporation has been a leader in advanced manufacturing for 90+ years and this collaboration with Micron not only strengthens Oneida County’s partnership with Onondaga County, but benefits all of Central New York and the Mohawk Valley. Oneida County has been at the forefront of the semiconductor industry for years and we believe that implementing a regional strategy is the key to solidifying our standing as a global hub for research, development and innovation. What’s good for one, is good for all.”