On invitation by Mr. Ar Rm Arun, Vice Chairman SPEL Semiconductor, Dr. C. Chandramouli, IAS, Secretary to Government of Tamil Nadu – IT Department visited SPEL along with Mr. Arun on Jul 11, 2007.

Dr. Chandramouli was given a presentation on the company by Mr. Badri Narayan, Sr. Manager Manufacturing. In a discussion that followed, Dr. Chandramouli appreciated the contribution that SPEL has made to the industry over the last 2 decades. He lauded the efforts taken by SPEL in representing the state and the country in the Global Semiconductor Manufacturing space. He emphasized the need for growth in these sectors and look forward to SPEL spearheading the process. He also enquired about the areas of improvement that will assist in the industry’s growth.

This was followed by Dr. Chandramouli’s visit to the assembly & Test floors, accompanied by Mr. P Balamurgan GM Engineering. Dr. Chandramouli took a keen interest in knowing the process while witnessing the Assembly & Test Process in real time. Taking much interest, he interacted with the staff on the various aspects of engineering requirements to handle the highly specialized equipment. He was also shown the new LMP line installed at SPEL, as well as the Lead Free Process which he was pleased to see.

Dr. Chandramouli completed his visit with a discussion on the future plans of the company, especially with regards to the SEZ which has been recently approved by the Union Government. Mr. N. Sivashanmugam, CFO presented the growth plans and the infrastructure assistance from the Government. He also emphasized SPEL’s commitment to developing the Electronic Hardware Manufacturing within Tamil Nadu.

SPEL is appreciative of Dr. Chandramouli’s efforts, commitment and the constant encouragement to the development of the IT industry in Tamil Nadu. SPEL is also encouraged by the pro-industry measures adopted by the State & Central Governments which is boosting India’s overall economic growth.