Chip parts firm Fujimi to resume production after cyberattack

(Reuters) — Japanese chemical company Fujimi Inc., which makes a vital component for semiconductors and was hit by a cyberattack last month, said Wednesday it has partially resumed shipments and is expected to gradually restart production this weekend.

Fujimi's announcement comes amid reports of a surge in cyberattacks against Japanese companies, especially smaller ones. An attack on Toyota Motor Corp. supplier Kojima Industries Corp. last week forced the automaker to halt domestic production for a day on Tuesday.

Fujimi and its subsidiary in Taiwan were hit by a cyberattack on Feb. 20. The company manufactures a polishing material that is integral for chips manufacturing, according to a company statement.