Lithography Equipment Market Introduction and Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the Global Lithography Equipment Market is estimated to reach USD 60.24 billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 9.27%.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Lithography Equipment Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis. Semiconductor lithography equipment is essential for the semiconductor production process since it is used to imprint complex circuit layouts onto silicon wafers. This is accomplished by shining a bright ultraviolet (UV) light through a photomask, which acts as a template for the required circuit design. The pattern is subsequently transferred on the silicon wafer, which is coated with a light-sensitive substance called photoresist.
- Canon Inc. announced the release of MPAsp-E1003H lithography equipment for dashboard displays and smartphones in May 2024. By combining cutting-edge technology with increased overlay accuracy and broader exposure, the product's launch helped restore the effectiveness of display manufacturing.
- December 2023: The EVG NanoCleave layer system, which incorporates EVG's ground-breaking NanoCleave technology, was introduced by EV Group, a provider of wafer bonding and lithography equipment for the MEMS. Through nanoscale accuracy, the method enables ultra-thin-layer transfer from silicon substrates, revolutionizing 3D integration for creative packaging and transistor scaling.
Market Opportunities and Challenges
Opportunities:
Demand for Semiconductor ICs Is Rising in a Number of Applications to Fuel Market Growth - The growing demand for semiconductor integrated circuits (ICs) has a major impact on the market for lithography equipment. The production of complicated integrated circuits is rapidly relying more on lithography equipment as the semiconductor industry moves toward smaller feature sizes and more intricate degrees of integration. The process of transferring circuit designs on semiconductor wafers using light or radiation is called lithography. Advanced lithography equipment that can produce larger feature sizes and higher throughput is becoming more and more necessary as the need for integrated circuits in applications such as artificial intelligence, cell phones, and vehicle electronics grows. The market for lithography equipment is therefore anticipated to develop as a result of this reason.
Challenges: The semiconductor lithography equipment industry is facing problems due to the high cost of sophisticated lithography systems, particularly EUV lithography machines, which can cost up to USD 150 million each. This considerable cost is a hurdle for many semiconductor producers, particularly smaller ones. Another problem is the complexity of maintaining and managing these sophisticated systems, which necessitate specialised knowledge and abilities. Furthermore, the semiconductor industry is now dealing with supply chain disruptions and essential component shortages, which are slowing the manufacturing and deployment of new lithography equipment.
Market Competitive Landscape
The market's players are focused on implementing various growth strategies to boost their products and expand their market reach. These tactics include new product development and launches, alliances and collaborations, mergers and acquisitions, and client retention. The main players in the lithography equipment sector are ASML Holding NV, Nikon Corporation, Canon, Inc, EV Group, Veeco Instruments Inc, SUSS MicroTec SE, Shanghai Micro Electronics Equipment (Group) Co. Ltd, Neutronix Quintel Inc, JEOL Ltd, Onto Innovation.
Scope of the report:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Market size available for years | 2020-2033 |
| Base year considered | 2023 |
| Forecast period | 2024-2033 |
| Segments covered | By Type, By Technology, By Application, By Packaging Platform |
| Regions covered | North America, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa and Europe |
| Companies Covered | ASML Holding NV, Nikon Corporation, Canon, Inc, EV Group, Veeco Instruments Inc, SUSS MicroTec SE, Shanghai Micro Electronics Equipment (Group) Co. Ltd, Neutronix Quintel Inc, JEOL Ltd, Onto Innovation. |
By Type Insights:
The market is divided into two categories: EUV and DUV.
The deep ultraviolet (DUV) segment had the biggest market share in 2023.As the industry has worked to create progressively compact and more powerful devices, DUV lithography has played an important role, particularly at the 193 nm wavelength. Furthermore, DUV lithography is more advanced and cost-effective than EUV lithography. Because of its reduced cost and faster throughput, DUV remains a popular choice for many foundries and semiconductor makers. As a result, this element helps to accelerate market expansion.
COVID-19 Impact on Global Lithography Equipment Market
The market for lithography equipment was significantly impacted by the COVID-19 epidemic. With numerous components originating from various locations, the semiconductor industry depends on intricate worldwide supply chains. The fabrication and delivery of lithography equipment components were delayed as a result of the pandemic's disruption of these supply networks. Transportation restrictions, plant closures, and lockdowns all exacerbated supply chain issues. During the pandemic, many semiconductor manufacturers experienced economic uncertainty and a decline in demand for specific devices. Some businesses delayed or postponed capital expenditures, such as purchases of new lithography equipment, as a result of the economic uncertainties. The need for lithographic equipment in the early phases of the epidemic was subsequently impacted by this.
Key Target Audience:
- Semiconductor Manufacturers
- Integrated Device Manufacturers (IDMs)
- Research and Development Centers
- Consumer Electronics Manufacturers
- Automotive Electronics Companies
- Medical Device Manufacturers
- Telecommunication Equipment Manufacturers
- Aerospace and Defense Electronics Firms
Our in-depth analysis of the Lithography Equipment Market includes the following segments:
| By Type: | EUVDUV |
| By Technology: | ArF ScannersKrF Steppersi-line SteppersArF ImmersionMask AlignersOthers |
| By Application: | Advanced PackagingLEDMEMsPower Devices |
| By Packaging Platform: | 3D IC2.5D InterposerWafer Level Chip Scale Packaging (WLCSP)FO WLP Wafer3D WLPOthers |
Key Topics Covered in the Report:
- Global Lithography Equipment Market Size (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Overview of Global Lithography Equipment Market
- Segmentation of Global Lithography Equipment Market By Type (EUV and DUV)
- Segmentation of Global Lithography Equipment Market By Technology (ArF Scanners, KrF Steppers, i-line Steppers, ArF Immersion, Mask Aligners, and Others)
- Segmentation of Global Lithography Equipment Market By Application (Advanced Packaging, LED, MEMs, and Power Devices)
- Segmentation of Global Lithography Equipment Market By Packaging Platforms (3D IC, 2.5D Interposer, Wafer Level Chip Scale Packaging, FO WLP Wafer, 3D WLP, and Others)
- Statistical Snap of Global Lithography Equipment Market
- Expansion Analysis of Global Lithography Equipment Market
- Problems and Obstacles in Global Lithography Equipment Market
- Competitive Landscape in the Global Lithography Equipment Market
- Impact of COVID-19 and Demonetization on Global Lithography Equipment Market
- Details on Current Investment in Global Lithography Equipment Market
- Competitive Analysis of Global Lithography Equipment Market
- Prominent Players in the Global Lithography Equipment Market
- SWOT Analysis of Global Lithography Equipment Market
- Global Lithography Equipment Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Recommendations from Analyst
1. Introduction
1.1. Scope of the report
1.2. Market segment analysis
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research data source
2.1.1. Secondary Data
2.1.2. Primary Data
2.1.3. SPER’s internal database
2.1.4. Premium insight from KOL’s
2.2. Market size estimation
2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
2.3. Data triangulation
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Dynamics
4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1. Drivers
4.1.2. Restraints
4.1.3. Opportunities
4.1.4. Challenges
4.2. COVID-19 Impacts of the Global Lithography Equipment Market.
5. Market variable and outlook
5.1. SWOT Analysis
5.1.1. Strengths
5.1.2. Weaknesses
5.1.3. Opportunities
5.1.4. Threats
5.2. PESTEL Analysis
5.2.1. Political Landscape
5.2.2. Economic Landscape
5.2.3. Social Landscape
5.2.4. Technological Landscape
5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
5.2.6. Legal Landscape
5.3. PORTER’s Five Forces
5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
5.4. Heat Map Analysis
6. Competitive Landscape
6.1. Global Lithography Equipment Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in Global Lithography Equipment Market
7. Global Lithography Equipment Market, By Type (USD Million) 2020-2033
7.1. Global Lithography Equipment Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Type, 2020-2026
7.2. Global Lithography Equipment Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Type, 2027-2033
7.3. EUV
7.4. DUV
8. Global Lithography Equipment Market, By Technology (USD Million) 2020-2033
8.1. Global Lithography Equipment Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Technology, 2020-2026
8.2. Global Lithography Equipment Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Technology, 2027-2033
8.3. ArF Scanners
8.4. KrF Steppers
8.5. i-line Steppers
8.6. ArF Immersion
8.7. Mask Aligners
8.8. Others
9. Global Lithography Equipment Market, By Application (USD Million) 2020-2033
9.1. Global Lithography Equipment Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2026
9.2. Global Lithography Equipment Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Application, 2027-2033
9.3. Advanced Packaging
9.4. LED
9.5. MEMs
9.6. Power Devices
10. Global Lithography Equipment Market, By Packaging Platform (USD Million) 2020-2033
10.1. Global Lithography Equipment Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Packaging Platform, 2020-2026
10.2. Global Lithography Equipment Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Packaging Platform, 2027-2033
10.3. 3D IC
10.4. 2.5D Interposer
10.5. Wafer Level Chip Scale Packaging (WLCSP)
10.6. FO WLP Wafer
10.7. 3D WLP
10.8. Others
11. Global Lithography Equipment Market Forecast, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
11.1. Global Lithography Equipment Market Size and Market Share
12. Global Lithography Equipment Market, By Region, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
12.1. Global Lithography Equipment Market Size and Market Share By Region (2020-2026)
12.2. Global Lithography Equipment Market Size and Market Share By Region (2027-2033)
12.3. Asia-Pacific
12.3.1. Australia
12.3.2. China
12.3.3. India
12.3.4. Japan
12.3.5. South Korea
12.3.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific
12.4. Europe
12.4.1. France
12.4.2. Germany
12.4.3. Italy
12.4.4. Spain
12.4.5. United Kingdom
12.4.6. Rest of Europe
12.5. Middle East and Africa
12.5.1. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
12.5.2. United Arab Emirates
12.5.3. Qatar
12.5.4. South Africa
12.5.5. Egypt
12.5.6. Morocco
12.5.7. Nigeria
12.5.8. Rest of Middle-East and Africa
12.6. North America
12.6.1. Canada
12.6.2. Mexico
12.6.3. United States
12.7. Latin America
12.7.1. Argentina
12.7.2. Brazil
12.7.3. Rest of Latin America
13. Company Profile
13.1. ASML Holding NV
13.1.1. Company details
13.1.2. Financial outlook
13.1.3. Product summary
13.1.4. Recent developments
13.2. Nikon Corporation
13.2.1. Company details
13.2.2. Financial outlook
13.2.3. Product summary
13.2.4. Recent developments
13.3. Canon, Inc
13.3.1. Company details
13.3.2. Financial outlook
13.3.3. Product summary
13.3.4. Recent developments
13.4. EV Group
13.4.1. Company details
13.4.2. Financial outlook
13.4.3. Product summary
13.4.4. Recent developments
13.5. Veeco Instruments Inc
13.5.1. Company details
13.5.2. Financial outlook
13.5.3. Product summary
13.5.4. Recent developments
13.6. SUSS MicroTec SE
13.6.1. Company details
13.6.2. Financial outlook
13.6.3. Product summary
13.6.4. Recent developments
13.7. Shanghai Micro Electronics Equipment (Group) Co. Ltd
13.7.1. Company details
13.7.2. Financial outlook
13.7.3. Product summary
13.7.4. Recent developments
13.8. Neutronix Quintel Inc
13.8.1. Company details
13.8.2. Financial outlook
13.8.3. Product summary
13.8.4. Recent developments
13.9. JEOL Ltd
13.9.1. Company details
13.9.2. Financial outlook
13.9.3. Product summary
13.9.4. Recent developments
13.10. Onto Innovation
13.10.1. Company details
13.10.2. Financial outlook
13.10.3. Product summary
13.10.4. Recent developments
13.11. Others
14. Conclusion
15. List of Abbreviations
16. Reference Links
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