Semiconductor Process Control Equipment Global Market Report 2025

The semiconductor process control equipment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.88 billion in 2024 to $8.29 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the increasing complexity of integrated circuits, demand for higher yield and efficiency, rise in miniaturization and nanotechnology, and growth of consumer electronics and computing industries.

The semiconductor process control equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.66 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for advanced chips in IoT and automotive, expansion of 5G and wireless technologies, rising adoption of euv lithography, and need for enhanced yield and defect detection in advanced nodes. Major trends in the forecast period include the integration of AI and machine learning in process control, advancements in optical and e-beam inspection technologies, the development of in-line and real-time metrology solutions, increased adoption of automation and robotics in fabs, and the evolution of advanced analytics for predictive maintenance.

The forecast of 6.5% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.7% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through supply shortages of in-line mass spectrometry sensors and real-time dopant analyzers, mainly imported from Germany and Switzerland, potentially reducing yield monitoring capabilities in fabs. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The increasing demand for consumer electronics is expected to accelerate the growth of the semiconductor process control equipment market. Consumer electronics refer to personal-use electronic devices, such as smartphones, laptops, and home appliances. The rise in consumer electronics is driven by innovations in digital technology, such as AI integration and 5G connectivity, which enhance device performance, efficiency, and user experience. Semiconductor process control equipment is essential for ensuring the accuracy and high quality of semiconductor chips, which are critical components in devices such as smartphones, laptops, and televisions. For example, in May 2023, the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association reported that Japan's consumer electronics production reached $279.01 million (¥32,099 million) in May 2023, a rise from $219.64 million (¥25,268 million) in May 2022. This growing demand for consumer electronics is fueling the expansion of the semiconductor process control equipment market.

Leading companies in the semiconductor process control equipment market are focusing on developing advanced solutions, such as AI-driven process control platforms, to enhance the precision, efficiency, and scalability of semiconductor manufacturing. AI-driven process control platforms are advanced software systems that use artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) algorithms to monitor, analyze, and optimize manufacturing processes in real time. For example, in September 2023, Synopsys, Inc., a U.S.-based electronic design automation company, introduced Fab.da, an AI-driven process control solution designed to optimize semiconductor manufacturing. Fab.da integrates data from various sources, such as wafer, equipment, and yield data, into a unified platform, enabling advanced analytics and real-time decision-making. It uses AI and machine learning to enhance chip yield, reduce production costs, and accelerate time-to-market. The platform can be deployed on-premises or in the cloud and includes features such as fault detection, root cause analysis, and predictive analytics to streamline high-volume manufacturing processes.

In January 2025, Cohu Inc., a U.S.-based supplier of semiconductor test handlers and contactors, acquired Tignis, Inc., for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen Cohu's analytics capabilities in the semiconductor process control market by integrating Tignis’s AI-driven solutions and enhancing its DI-Core software with advanced predictive and prescriptive automation. This integration will help improve manufacturing yield, quality, and productivity. Tignis Inc. specializes in AI-powered process control and monitoring, utilizing a physics and engineering foundation for its solutions.

Semiconductor process control equipment refers to specialized tools and systems utilized in semiconductor manufacturing to monitor, measure, and regulate various aspects of the production process. These devices ensure high precision, quality, and yield by identifying defects, verifying critical dimensions, and maintaining process consistency.

The primary products in semiconductor process control equipment include inspection equipment, metrology equipment, and process control equipment. Inspection equipment is designed to detect and analyze defects or irregularities on semiconductor wafers during manufacturing. It incorporates technologies such as optical and e-beam, among others, and supports applications such as integrated defect management systems (IDMS), foundries, and memory manufacturers. This equipment caters to a wide range of end users across industries including consumer electronics, automotive, industrial, healthcare, and more.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sharp escalation of U.S. tariffs and resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly affecting the electrical and electronics sector. Key components such as semiconductors, display panels, and rare-earth metals crucial for batteries and motors are now facing heavy duties. Consumer electronics companies are seeing profit margins shrink, as fierce competition makes it difficult to pass on rising costs to consumers. At the same time, industrial electronics firms are experiencing project delays due to shortages of tariff-impacted parts like printed circuit boards. In response, businesses are shifting assembly operations to tariff-exempt nations, building up inventory reserves, and redesigning products to reduce reliance on restricted materials.

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Major players in the semiconductor process control equipment market are Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Applied Materials Inc., ASML Holding NV, Toray Engineering Co Ltd, Lam Research Corporation, Tokyo Electron Limited, KLA Corporation, Hitachi High-Tech Corporation, Nikon Corporation, Advantest Corporation, ASM Technologies, Carl Zeiss AG, JEOL Ltd, Onto Innovation Inc., Lasertec Corporation, Veeco Instruments Inc., Nova Measuring Instruments, Tata Elexi, Camtek Ltd, Nanometrics Inc., SCREEN Semiconductor Solutions, Unity Semiconductor SAS, and Rudolph Technologies Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the semiconductor process control equipment market in 2024. The regions covered in semiconductor process control equipment report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the semiconductor process control equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The semiconductor process control equipment market consists of sales defect review systems, overlay control systems, critical dimension (CD) measurement tools, in-situ process monitoring sensors, and yield management software. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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