"We are pleased to report sequential sales growth and strong sequential bookings growth after four consecutive quarters of declines due to the industry downturn," said Mihir Parikh, chairman and CEO of Asyst. "Although the recovery is only a couple of months old, we can see bookings growth across all of our core product lines, both 200mm and 300mm, and across a broad customer base. The relative strength of our core tool automation business is gratifying, as we believe it indicates market share gains in addition to market growth. Bookings in our OEM business are particularly strong, as global equipment manufacturers are embracing our unique Plus(TM) Portal as a fully integrated 300mm tool automation solution that includes load ports, wafer ID systems, atmospheric robotics and environmental control.
"We also are excited about recent developments in our new and emerging sources of revenue. First, in AMHS, where we have vaulted into the 300mm leadership position through the combination of our FasTrack(TM) system and our planned joint venture with Shinko. Second, in Connectivity Solutions, which was solidified early this quarter with our announcement of the acquisition of domainLogix, a premier product development and consulting services company, and with the creation of our India-based integration services platform." |
