ASML Holding
ASML Holding N.V. is a Dutch multinational corporation founded in 1984. ASML specializes in the development and manufacturing of photolithography machines which are used to produce computer chips.
Some of the key events about ASML Holding
- 1984Founded as a joint venture between Philips and Advanced Semiconductor Materials International (ASMI)
- 1984Faced initial financial struggles and uncertainty as a new startup in the semiconductor industry
- 1995Introduced the first step-and-scan system, revolutionizing lithography technology
- 2000Listed on both the Amsterdam Stock Exchange and NASDAQ
- 2001Acquired Silicon Valley Group, expanding its technological capabilities
- 2001Experienced significant downturn during the dot-com bubble burst, leading to layoffs and restructuring
- 2007Introduced immersion lithography systems, enabling smaller chip features
- 2008Impacted by the global financial crisis, resulting in reduced orders and revenue
- 2010Shipped the first prototype extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography system
- 2012Acquired Cymer, a leading developer of light sources used in lithography
- 2012Encountered delays in the development of extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography technology
- 2016Shipped the first production-ready EUV lithography system
- 2018Faced a major fire at a supplier's factory, causing production delays and supply chain disruptions
- 2019Achieved record-breaking annual revenue of €11.8 billion
- 2019Accused of intellectual property theft by a rival company, leading to legal disputes
- 2020Announced plans to increase EUV manufacturing capacity to meet growing demand
- 2020Experienced production and shipping delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic
- 2022Faced increased scrutiny and export restrictions from the US government due to geopolitical tensions
- 2023Encountered challenges in meeting high demand, leading to extended wait times for customers
- 2023Criticized for potential environmental impacts of its water-intensive manufacturing processes
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