HORIBA STEC KOREA has acquired EtaMax Co., Ltd. to enhance its semiconductor wafer inspection systems through improved technology integration.
Target Information
HORIBA STEC KOREA, Ltd., based in Yongin City, South Korea, is a prominent subsidiary within the HORIBA Group that specializes in semiconductor technology. On April 3, 2025, it successfully completed the acquisition of EtaMax Co., Ltd., located in Suwon City, South Korea. EtaMax is known for its advanced development, manufacturing, and sales of wafer inspection systems tailored for the semiconductor sector.
This acquisition marks a strategic step for HORIBA as the company seeks to integrate EtaMax’s specialized software technology and expertise in detecting defects in compound semiconductor wafers with its own established in-house spectroscopy technologies. The combined strengths are expected to significantly enhance the capabilities of HORIBA’s wafer inspection systems, ultimately improving yield and quality control in semiconductor manufacturing.
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