3-minute read - by Jessica Timings, February 23, 2022
From EUV to chipmaking to global locations, here are some of the most important facts about our fascinating tech company.
The name 'ASML' is an acronym.
FALSE. ASML isn't an abbreviation of anything anymore, though it used to stand for 'Advanced Semiconductor Materials Lithography'. ASML was founded in 1984 as a joint venture between Philips and ASM International, so a name was chosen to reflect the partners in the venture. Over time, this name has become simply 'ASML'.
ASML is only in the Netherlands.
FALSE. Although our origins are Dutch and our headquarters are in Veldhoven, at the heart of the Eindhoven Brainport region in the Netherlands, much of our operations are spread around the globe. ASML currently has more than 60 locations in 16 countries and regions worldwide. Our main R&D, manufacturing and Customer Support centers are located in Europe, Asia and the United States.
