UMC Electronics Co., Ltd. reached a basic agreement to acquire 97% stake in Hitachi Information & Telecommunication Manufacturing, Ltd. and manufacturing facilities of Kanagawa and Koriyama site from Hitachi, Ltd..

UMC Electronics Co Ltd is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in the electronics manufacturing services (EMS) business. The Company provides various products. In-vehicle devices include in-vehicle electronic devices such as electrical components for electric vehicles, start-up/power generation devices, exterior systems, speedometers, in-vehicle environment control devices, security devices, and car audio devices. Industrial equipment includes electronic equipment such as inverters, semiconductor test equipment, power supplies, and medical equipment. Office automation (OA) equipment includes electronic equipment such as printers and copiers. Consumer products include electronic devices such as digital home appliances, audiovisuals, and air conditioners. Information and communication equipment includes optical pickup units. It is also engaged in the provision of electronic equipment such as amusement equipment and parts business.