Universal Vapor Jet Corporation (UVJC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation (UDC) has launched an 8,000 sq ft facility in Singapore.
The facility will house its global headquarters and research and development (R&D) centre, a laboratory, and prototype manufacturing space to support innovation and commercialisation of its proprietary Universal Vapor Jet Printing (UVJP) technology. SG$50 M is to be invested in tools, equipment and talent to accelerate the research and commercialisation of UVJP over the next five years.
UVJP is a transformative dry, solvent-free printing and deposition technology designed to meet the growing demands of precision additive manufacturing while offering greater efficiency and sustainability. By revolutionising thin-film jet printing technology, UVJC believes its platform could open the door to creating devices and materials that are not achievable with traditional techniques, while implementing cleaner, faster and more intelligent manufacturing.
Chandran Nair, CEO, UVJC said: “At UVJC, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building the foundation for the next generation of clean manufacturing. Our platform can print materials with micro precision, without solvents or masks, and is poised to open new possibilities across semiconductors, displays, life sciences, and clean energy.
“We chose Singapore as our headquarters because of its thriving manufacturing and innovation ecosystem, along with its skilled talent base. With institutional partners like the EDB and A*STAR, we are ready to serve global innovation and manufacturing markets, while anchoring the next phase of growth.”
UVJC’s new Singapore headquarters is expected to create high-value jobs across strategy, technology, and advanced engineering. With support from the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), UVJC is building a multidisciplinary workforce that anchors next-generation R&D and manufacturing capabilities in Singapore, with process and product engineers, software, electronics, and mechanical specialists.
“We welcome UVJC’s decision to establish its global headquarters and R&D centre in Singapore. This investment will not only create new job opportunities in advanced printing and manufacturing technologies, but will also deepen Singapore’s research capabilities in semiconductors, healthcare and materials science through collaboration with local partners like A*STAR,” said Marcus Dass, Senior VP and Head, Global Enterprises, Singapore Economic Development Board.
UVJC will be exploring collaborations with several A*STAR Research Institutes, including the Institute of Microelectronics (IME), the Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE), and the Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech) in areas such as advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, and healthcare technologies. to Possible directions include co-developing tailored solutions and intellectual property (IP) that support greener, faster and more precise production. Researchers from both organisations will be facilitating the joint development of advanced technologies, materials, and processes that have strong potential for commercialisation.
“UVJC’s establishment of its global headquarters and R&D centre in Singapore underscores the importance of deep-tech partnerships in advancing sustainable manufacturing. A*STAR looks forward to building deep partnerships with companies like UVJC that are committed to invest and grow in Singapore, combining our complementary strengths to deliver industry and societal impact,” said Beh Kian Teik, CEO, Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR).
UVJP evolved from Organic Vapor Jet Printing, a proprietary process manufacturing platform developed by Universal Display Corporation for OLED displays. OVJP offers solvent-free, mask-free deposition of organic molecules designed to overcome challenges faced by current deposition methods in manufacturing large OLED displays, while also providing a cleaner, more efficient, and more precise alternative to older methods.
UVJC is now extending the technology's potential into new application areas and industries, to create tools that will help bridge the gap between laboratory research and industrial-scale applications. Opportunities include cleaner semiconductor chip packaging, and, in the long run, innovative pharmaceutical smart dosing appliances as well as more efficient production of solid-state battery electrolytes and organic photovoltaics for renewable energy systems.
UVJC’s focus is first to demonstrate real-world use cases with industrial-scale adoption to follow as processes are validated. “UVJC is extending our novel dry printing and precision additive manufacturing platform into exciting new application areas with transformative potential,” said Steven V. Abramson, President and CEO of Universal Display Corporation.
“UVJC’s grand opening marks a pivotal step in the evolution of Universal Vapor Jet Printing—advancing toward more efficient, cost-effective manufacturing across a range of industries. Under Chandran’s leadership, the team has built a world-class operation. Singapore’s vibrant advanced manufacturing ecosystem and renowned research institutions make it a well-positioned base for turning cutting-edge science into market-ready solutions. At UDC, our mission is to envision possibilities and innovate to make them a commercial reality. We’re proud to support Chandran and the UVJC team as they drive this groundbreaking technology forward to serve customers and industries around the world.”
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