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ASML Silicon Valley is advancing microchip technology through e-beam inspection, precision metrology, and machine learning. From detecting nanometer-scale defects to enabling smaller, more powerful chips, this work is shaping the future of semiconductor manufacturing. Learn more about the tech and people of the Silicon Valley site in this video:
Step into the world of ASML Wilton, where cutting-edge innovation meets real-world impact. As the largest ASML satellite site globally, Wilton is a hub for advanced optical fabrication, precision manufacturing, and engineering excellence — all powering the machines that make the computer chips behind every modern device.
Curious to know what it’s like leading a team of engineers working on some of the most important and complex machines in the world? Read Evelyn’s story about how she helps her team of customer support engineers to learn and grow at ASML’s Austin, TX and Hillsboro, OR locations.
🚨 Today we announced our Q1 2025 financial results! 👇 📈 Our first-quarter total net sales came in at €7.7 billion, in line with our guidance. The gross margin was 54.0%, above guidance, driven by a favorable EUV product mix and the achievement of performance milestones. In the first quarter, we shipped our fifth High NA system, and we now have these systems at three customers. 🔎 Our conversations so far with customers support our expectation that 2025 and 2026 will be growth years. However, the recent tariff announcements have increased uncertainty in the macro environment and the situation will remain dynamic for a while. As previously shared, artificial intelligence continues to be the primary growth driver in our industry. It has created a shift in the market dynamics that benefits some customers more than others, contributing to both upside potential and downside risks as reflected in our 2025 revenue range. 📊 We expect second-quarter total net sales between €7.2 billion and €7.7 billion, with a gross margin between 50% and 53%. We expect R&D costs of around €1.2 billion and SG&A costs of around €300 million. As we previously communicated, we expect total net sales for the year between €30 billion and €35 billion, with a gross margin between 51% and 53%.
To make the tiniest transistors, we had to learn from the largest explosions. 💥 When Jayson Stewart, head of research at ASML San Diego, and his team were developing the light source for our extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography systems, they needed to control the tiny tin explosions responsible for producing the light. The key to understanding those tiny explosions, it turned out, was an equation that dates from the 1940s and has been used to describe shock waves from the biggest and most powerful explosions: supernovas. Read more to learn how this revelation helped keep Moore’s Law alive by enabling EUV lithography:
Exciting breakthroughs at ASML are shaping the future of technology! Watch how we are pushing the boundaries of innovation and enabling the next generation of chipmaking. Together, we are making the impossible possible.
In Ronald’s 19 years at ASML (and counting!), he has helped to drive the advancement of microchips in many ways, including by helping to define, develop, and deploy two successful software products that are used by chipmakers around the world. Read his story below where he shares his enthusiasm with the next generation of semiconductor engineers.
The holidays shine brighter when we give back together. 🎁 This year, for our Angel Tree initiative, we wrapped 504 presents for local food banks and 437 will be donated to Stichting Speelcadeau, an Eindhoven-based organization dedicated to ensuring that every child gets toys to play with. We're grateful to share the magic of the season and bring joy to children in our community. #LifeAtASML
Collaboration is more than just a core value at ASML. Without collaboration, our complicated and groundbreaking technology wouldn’t exist. Process & metrology engineer Aarush has experienced this firsthand.
Daniel Brown, our San-Diego-based head of EUV (extreme ultraviolet) Technology Development, is retiring after 24 years in the semiconductor industry. What a fascinating career story! Here, he shares his highlights along with some advice for the future generation of engineers:
