Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ:  QCOM) today announced the opening of Qualcomm Communication Technologies (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., a semiconductor test facility in the Waigaoqiao (WGQ) free-trade zone in Shanghai, and its first foray into providing manufacturing services for semiconductors. By working with Amkor Technology, Inc., one of the world’s leading providers of contract semiconductor assembly and test services, the new company will combine Amkor’s extensive test services experience and cleanroom facilities with Qualcomm Technologies’ industry leadership in cutting-edge product engineering and development.

The new manufacturing facility demonstrates Qualcomm Technologies’ commitment to continue to invest and help develop semiconductor expertise in China, and is indicative of growth in semiconductor market leadership in the country. Through the ownership and operation of a semiconductor test center, Qualcomm Technologies will enhance its focus on customer service, continue to develop its expertise in operational excellence, and increase its business presence in China.

“The test facility is part of our continued mission to streamline supply chain operations and improve operational efficiency,” said Roawen Chen, senior vice president, QCT global operations, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

“Qualcomm Technologies continually strives to improve our manufacturing footprint in China and the formation of Qualcomm Communication Technologies in Shanghai is another example of this dedication,” said Frank Meng, chairman, Qualcomm China.

“We are excited to work with Qualcomm Technologies in their new test operation in China,” said Steve Kelley, Amkor’s president and chief executive officer. “Amkor offers the most advanced outsourced assembly and test technologies in China, and this expanded relationship is a natural extension of the long history of close collaboration between our two companies.”

The Shanghai-based facility is set to begin operations on October 18, 2016.