ASML (NASDAQ:ASML) (NASDAQ: ASML) is a leading supplier of photolithography systems for the semiconductor industry. The company designs, develops, and manufactures complex machines that are used to imprint intricate circuit patterns onto silicon wafers, forming the foundation of modern microchips. ASML’s product portfolio includes extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography systems, deep ultraviolet (DUV) immersion steppers and scanners, and accompanying software and metrology tools. These systems are critical in enabling chipmakers to produce smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient semiconductors for applications ranging from smartphones and data centers to automotive electronics and advanced computing.
Founded in 1984 as a joint venture between ASM International and Philips, ASML has grown from a small Dutch engineering firm into a global powerhouse headquartered in Veldhoven, the Netherlands. The company pioneered immersion lithography in the early 2000s and introduced its first EUV system in 2010, achieving high-volume manufacturing status in the late 2010s. ASML invests heavily in research and development, collaborating closely with chip manufacturers, material suppliers, and research institutions to push the boundaries of patterning technology and meet the escalating demands of Moore’s Law.
ASML operates through a network of research, manufacturing, and service facilities across Europe, Asia, and North America. Its key markets include Taiwan, South Korea, the United States, Europe, and China, where it supports foundries, integrated device manufacturers, and memory chip producers. The company’s global service organization provides installation, maintenance, upgrades, and spare parts, ensuring high uptime and performance of installed equipment. ASML’s emphasis on customer collaboration and technology roadmapping helps semiconductor manufacturers plan next-generation device production well in advance.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Peter Wennink, ASML continues to drive innovation in lithography and related technologies. The company’s executive team and supervisory board bring deep expertise in semiconductor engineering, materials science, and global business operations. ASML places strong focus on sustainability and supply chain resilience, working with a diverse network of suppliers to secure critical components such as light sources, precision optics, and motion systems. Through ongoing investments in talent, infrastructure, and strategic partnerships, ASML aims to maintain its position at the forefront of semiconductor manufacturing technology.
