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Asml Holding Nv — Merger or Acquisition (January 2007)
12 slides from Asml Holding Nv's merger presentation, Jan 4, 2007
Slide 1: ASML to acquire Brion Technologies Inc.
ASML to acquire Brion Technologies Inc. 19 December 2006
Slide 2: Safe Harbor
Safe Harbor “Safe Harbor” Statement under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This document contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties concerning ASML's proposed acquisition of Brion Technologies, Inc., ASML's strategic and operational plans, anti
Slide 3: ASML to acquire Brion
ASML to acquire Brion Payment of USD 270 million (approx. EUR 203 million) in cash Notwithstanding the operational results of Brion during 2007, ASML estimates non-cash acquisition accounting related charges of approximately EUR 29 million after tax in 2007 ASML also expects Brion to be cash positiv
Slide 4: Profile of Brion
Profile of Brion Brion is a venture-backed startup based in Santa Clara, California Field operations at multiple locations in USA, Europe, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and China Founded in 2002 More than 120 employees 8 out of top 10 chip makers are Brion customers Brion is the largest, fastest growing pur
Slide 5: Brion's core competencies and industry experience
Brion’s core competencies and industry experience Physics-driven computer simulation of optical systems and image processing, encompassing applications, software, and hardware capabilities Lithography-driven design and manufacturing Current products for computational lithography: Litho printability
Slide 6: ASML's vision for extended lithography
ASML’s vision for extended lithography Chip design Mask-Pattern Design Mask to Optimization manufacturing Litho verification optimization Extended Lithography Manufacturing Lithography Manufacturing In-situ metrology feedback and correction Inspection & metrology Higher wafer yield / Slide 6
Slide 7: ASML & Brion: Offering a comprehensive product portfolio for a broader market
ASML & Brion: Offering a comprehensive product portfolio for a broader market Brion ASML MaskTools’ Reticle Enhancement Technologies Production Litho Production Scattering Bars Chrome-less Verification RET/OPC placement Phase-shift technology technology (CPL) Tachyon Platform Process Window Coverage
Slide 8: ASML and Brion: an unprecedented combination
ASML and Brion: an unprecedented combination With semiconductors shrinking further, improved mask-pattern design optimization and litho printability verification are needed to maximize chip yield. This requires: In-depth knowledge of the processes inside leading-edge lithography equipment Control of
Slide 9: Value to ASML customers
Value to ASML customers Improved semiconductor manufacturability through: Mask-pattern design optimization, specifically for manufacturing Tuning of the lithography system for specific applications In-situ metrology feedback to provide reality-check and to help calibrate mask-pattern optimization, v
Slide 10: Value to ASML shareholders
Value to ASML shareholders Products that enhance chip-makers’ ability to deploy low-k1 manufacturing processes, like reticle enhancement, litho verification, and scanner-tuning, are a fast-growing market opportunity Playing a direct role in that market will give us access to new revenue streams Curr
Slide 11: Summary
Summary Brion and ASML are complementary partners Brion and ASML are leaders in their respective fields The merger will create significant customer value, leading to business growth, while staying close to core competencies / Slide 11
Slide 12: Commitment
& ASML Commitment