TOKYO, Japan —February 27, 2025— Leading semiconductor test equipment supplier Advantest Corporation (TSE: 6857) (“Advantest”) announced that it has entered into a partnership agreement with Micronics Japan Co., Ltd. (“MJC”).
As semiconductors are expected to become increasingly advanced and complex, close collaboration within the semiconductor supply chain is essential to meet future market demands. Under this agreement, MJC and Advantest will leverage their respective expertise to provide innovative semiconductor test solutions, contributing to the optimization of customers' test processes and test costs. Additionally, Advantest plans to acquire a minority stake in MJC as part of this agreement.
“By collaborating with Advantest, we aim to accelerate innovation in next-generation semiconductor testing and continue to be the best partner supporting our customers' growth,” said Masayoshi Hasegawa, President & CEO of MJC.
“Advantest is committed to building partnerships with key players in the semiconductor industry supply chain,” said Douglas Lefever, Representative Director and Group CEO of Advantest. “Our partnership with MJC, a leading probe card manufacturer, will enable us to deliver high-performance total test solutions that meet our customers' future needs. Through our investment in MJC, we aim to ensure that our customers have access to trusted probe card manufacturers.”
About Advantest Corporation
Advantest (TSE: 6857) is the leading manufacturer of automatic test and measurement equipment used in the design and production of semiconductors for applications including 5G communications, the Internet of Things (IoT), autonomous vehicles, high-performance computing (HPC), including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, and more. Its leading-edge systems and products are integrated into the most advanced semiconductor production lines in the world. The company also conducts R&D to address emerging testing challenges and applications; develops advanced test-interface solutions for wafer sort and final test; produces scanning electron microscopes essential to photomask manufacturing; and offers system-level test solutions and other test-related accessories. Founded in Tokyo in 1954, Advantest is a global company with facilities around the world and an international commitment to sustainable practices and social responsibility. More information is available at www.advantest.com/en/.
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