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.
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Some of the key events about ASML Holding

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

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