Austin, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Photolithography Equipment Market Size & Growth Insights:
According to the SNS Insider,“The Photolithography Equipment Market Size was valued at USD 13.46 Billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 26.42 Billion by 2032 and grow at a CAGR of 7.82% over the forecast period 2024-2032.”
Surge in Photolithography Equipment Market Driven by Advanced Semiconductor Demand
The Photolithography Equipment Market growth is attributed to growing demand for advanced semiconductor nodes in consumer electronics, automotive and data centers. This transition to smaller process nodes, such as 5nm and below, combined with new technological advancements including AI, 5G, and IoT, are driving the demand for high-performance, power-efficient chips. The rapid penetration by Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) lithography which comes into its own for the sub-7nm nodes is critical in this trend. The U.S. Photolithography Equipment Market is estimated to be USD 2.07 Billion in 2023 and expected to reach USD 3.98 Billion is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.59%.
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Leading Market Players with their Product Listed in this Report are:
- ASML (TWINSCAN NXE:3600D)
- Nikon Corporation (NSR-S636E)
- Canon Inc. (FPA-5550iZ2)
- Veeco Instruments Inc. (NEXUS Lithography)
- Ultratech (acquired by Veeco) (Sapphire 100)
- SÜSS MicroTec (MA300 Gen3)
- EV Group (EVG) (EVG620 NT)
- JEOL Ltd. (JBX-8100FS)
- Rudolph Technologies (Onto Innovation) (JetStep S)
- Tamarack Scientific Co., Inc. (MLA-150 Maskless Lithography)
- SMEE (Shanghai Micro Electronics Equipment) (SSA/600 series)
- Orbotech (acquired by KLA) (Paragon Xpress)
- NuFlare Technology (a subsidiary of Toshiba) (EBM-9000)
- SCREEN Semiconductor Solutions (SK-P1500)
- Neutronix Quintel (NXQ4006)
Photolithography Equipment Market Report Scope:
| Report Attributes | Details |
| Market Size in 2023 | USD 13.46 Billion |
| Market Size by 2032 | USD 26.42 Billion |
| CAGR | CAGR of 7.82% From 2024 to 2032 |
| Report Scope & Coverage | Market Size, Segments Analysis, Competitive Landscape, Regional Analysis, DROC & SWOT Analysis, Forecast Outlook |
| Key Segmentation | • By Process (Ultraviolet UV, Deep Ultraviolet (DUV), Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV), Others) • By Light Source (Mercury Lamp, Fluorine Laser, Excimer Laser, Others) • By Wave Length (370nm -270nm, 270nm - 170nm, 70nm - 1nm) • By End Use (Integrated Device Manufacturer (IDMs), Foundries) |
| Key Drivers | • Advancing Chip Demand Fuels Photolithography Equipment Growth Across Consumer Automotive and Data Center Applications. • Emerging Semiconductor Hubs and Novel Lithography Technologies Unlock New Opportunities for Equipment Vendors Worldwide. |
Furthermore, government support and subsidies in areas such as Europe and Asia encouraging localization of semiconductor production are also contributing to the high demand for photolithography equipment. R&D air force–university partnerships as well as defense-related semiconductor programs are also advancing the technology.
Key Drivers across the Photolithography Equipment Market by Process, Light Source, Wavelength, and End Use
By Process
In 2023, the Ultraviolet (UV) segment dominated the photolithography equipment market with a 53.8% global revenue share, driven by its use in high-volume CMOS image sensors, power devices, and analog ICs, which rely on mature manufacturing processes. UV systems remain a reliable, cost-effective solution for manufacturers focused on legacy chip technologies.
The Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) segment is expected to grow rapidly between 2024 and 2032, supported by the requirement for advanced node manufacturing sub-7nm and 5nm. EUV allows for smaller features and greater density, which are necessary for fabricating high-performance AI, 5G, and advanced computing processors, and that is what is driving capacity expansions by TSMC, Samsung, and Intel.
By Light Source
In 2023, Excimer Lasers held a 57.7% market share and are expected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2032. Their dominance is due to their critical role in DUV and EUV photolithography for advanced semiconductor fabrication. Excimer lasers provide the high-energy, short-wavelength light needed for patterning high-performance chips. With ongoing technological advancements and the drive for smaller nodes and higher transistor densities, their adoption is set to increase, driving market growth.
By Wave Length
In 2023, the 70nm – 1nm segment held 51.8% of the market share, due to the extensive applications of advanced photolithography in the semiconductor production. It is in this spectrum that will enable EUV lithography, allowing manufacturing chips being produced at 5nm, 3nm and smaller process node. Leading foundries such as TSMC, Samsung and Intel have invested heavily in EUV tools to satisfy the increasing demand for high-performance chips, especially in AI, HPC and 5G.
The 270nm – 170nm range is expected to grow rapidly From 2024 to 2032, driven by its importance in DUV lithography for automotive electronics, IoT, and analog components, offering a strong cost-performance balance.
By End Use
Integrated Device Manufacturers (IDMs) led the photolithography equipment market in 2023 with a 55.6% market share, owing to the vertical integration of the full semiconductor production flow, starting from the design phase up to the end user. Such control allows IDMs such as Intel, Samsung and Texas Instruments to fine-tune manufacturing quality, processes, and R&D, driving demand for leading edge photolithography tools for consumer, automotive and industrial products.
Foundries are expected to experience the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2032, owing to rising fabless semiconductor industry. TSMC, Global Foundries and UMC are in-deploying next-generation lithography systems to support the growing demand for AI, 5G and HPC high-performance chips.
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Asia Pacific as the Dominant and Fastest-Growing Region in the Photolithography Equipment Market
Asia Pacific dominated the photolithography equipment market in 2023, holding a 53.4% market share, and is projected to be the fastest-growing region from 2024 to 2032. The growth is being fueled by the cluster of semiconductor companies and tools manufacturers in the area, with Taiwan, South Korea, China and Japan ahead of the pack. Taiwan’s TSMC, meanwhile, is a leader in the foundry space and has invested heavily in EUV photolithography for its leading edge nodes. Samsung Electronics of South Korea is investing heavily to expand its semiconductor capacity, and China is moving forward with local manufacturing — led by SMIC. Photolithography materials such as photoresists and optics from Japan are critical. These factors explain why Asia Pacific not only leads the photolithography equipment market, but is also the fastest growing one.
Recent Development
- March 2025, ASML plans to open a Reuse & Repair Center in Beijing in 2025, aiming to recycle and recondition systems returned from the field amid rising US-China trade tensions. This facility reflects China's importance as a key market for ASML, despite export restrictions and growing geopolitical friction.
Table of Contents - Major Points
1. Introduction
2. Executive Summary
3. Research Methodology
4. Market Dynamics Impact Analysis
5. Statistical Insights and Trends Reporting
5.1 Chip Design Trends
5.2 Fab Capacity Utilization
5.3 EUV Equipment Penetration
5.4 Technological Advancements Impacting Demand
6. Competitive Landscape
7. Photolithography Equipment Market Segmentation, by Process
8. Photolithography Equipment Market Segmentation, by Light Source
9. Photolithography Equipment Market Segmentation, by Wave Length
10. Photolithography Equipment Market Segmentation, by End Use
11. Regional Analysis
12. Company Profiles
13. Use Cases and Best Practices
14. Conclusion
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