Samsung chip production dropped almost by half due to worker protests, a decline of 58 %.

Brief about the event

At night on Friday, employees at Samsung Electronics factories in South Korea staged a mass strike demanding higher wages. This led to a sharp drop in chip production.

Where and when it happened
- Location: Samsung factory complex in Pyeongtaek (south of Seoul).

- Time: from 10:00 p.m. Thursday to 6:00 a.m. Friday local time.

What changed in chip output
Production type Decrease Foundry (contract manufacturing) – 58 % Memory (DRAM, NAND, etc.) – 18 %
Many protest participants did not come for the night shift, which immediately affected overall productivity.

Why it matters
- Samsung operates on a three-shift schedule: morning, day and night.

- Lack of staff in one shift reduces the total volume of production.

- The union cites specific figures of the decline for the specified period; compensation for working other shifts has not yet been confirmed.

Reactions and next steps
Party Action/commentary Samsung Electronics Refused to comment on union data. Union Confirmed the production drop figures; announced that if no progress is made, the strike could continue until May 21. Negotiations/protests At present there is no information about new actions or negotiation plans between management and employees.

Conclusion: The mass strike in Pyeongtaek led to a significant reduction in chip manufacturing, and further developments depend on possible negotiations and the resolution of the wage issue.