Tokyo, Japan – October 2, 2024 – Toppan Photomask, a global leader in the semiconductor photomask industry, will officially change its name to Tekscend Photomask on November 1, 2024. The rebranding represents a strategic move to reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to technological innovation and growth as a premier photomask provider.
The new name, a combination of “technology” and “ascend,” symbolizes Tekscend’s dedication to advancing its technical capabilities and its aspiration to ascend to new heights in the semiconductor industry. The company’s refreshed logo features a photomask overlaying a semiconductor wafer, emphasizing its central role in semiconductor manufacturing.
Global Presence and Unified Brand
The rebranding will encompass all of the company’s global operations. This includes the renaming of Texmic Photomask Company in Shanghai, which will also become part of Tekscend Photomask. The company, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, operates eight manufacturing facilities worldwide, including locations in Taiwan, Germany, France, Korea, Singapore, and two facilities each in China and the United States.
Strategic Partnerships and R&D for Next-Generation Technology
Earlier this year, Tekscend Photomask (formerly Toppan Photomask) took a major step forward in the development of cutting-edge semiconductor technologies by signing a joint research and development agreement with IBM. The collaboration focuses on creating photomask capabilities for the 2nm logic semiconductor node using extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography. Additionally, the agreement includes the development of High-NA EUV photomask technology for next-generation semiconductor production.
This intensive five-year R&D initiative will be conducted at the Albany NanoTech Complex in New York, USA, and the company’s photomask manufacturing facility in Niiza, Japan. The collaboration is expected to push the boundaries of semiconductor manufacturing, enabling the production of smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient chips.
A New Chapter for Tekscend Photomask
The rebranding from Toppan Photomask to Tekscend Photomask marks a significant milestone in the company’s history as it seeks to build on its legacy while embracing future opportunities. With a renewed focus on innovation, Tekscend is poised to play a critical role in the evolution of semiconductor technology, supporting the global demand for advanced photomasks in the ever-evolving semiconductor industry.
