TSMC's 1.4nm P1 plant expected to begin trial production in April next year, with mass production scheduled for the second half of 2027

According to reports, TSMC (TSM.US) is accelerating the second phase expansion of its 1.4nm fab at the Central Taiwan Science Park. The first plant (P1) is expected to begin trial production as early as April next year. Mass production is expected to start in the second half of 2027, earlier than the previously scheduled 2028. Citing unnamed sources, the report states that TSMC is constructing two temporary offices at the site, which are expected to be completed simultaneously in April next year. In the initial phase, more than 5,400 operating and outsourcing personnel will move in.