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AT&S opens Europe’s first IC substrate plant and competence center in Leoben
On June 3, Austrian microelectronics manufacturer AT&S officially opened its new Competence Center for R&D and IC Substrate Production in Leoben, Austria.
AT&S strengthens European research at IPCEI Day
On May 20, the Styrian microelectronics manufacturer AT&S held the Austrian IPCEI Day 2025 at its headquarters in Leoben. Numerous domestic companies and research institutions presented their ongoing research projects and took the opportunity to visit the new substrate production facility with integrated research center in Hinterberg.
AT&S starts High Volume Manufacturing at new plant in Kulim/Malaysia
AT&S, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-end IC substrates and PCBs, is proud to announce that the new production facility in Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Malaysia, is now ready for high volume manufacturing.
World Expo: Artivive and AT&S bring artwork to life
The augmented reality start-up Artivive from Vienna and the microelectronics manufacturer AT&S from Leoben cooperate to turn the Austria Pavilion at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka into an interactive experience for visitors.
Silver Jubilee: AT&S has operated a production site in India for 25 years
At the end of the nineties, AT&S took over an electronics plant with 380 employees in Nanjangud. Today, this is a major production site for high-end printed circuit boards with 1100 employees. The facility serves global supply chains in the automotive, industry and infrastructure sectors.
AT&S kicking off global “Health Month” campaign
Starting on April 1, health priorities will be set and sustainable health initiatives launched at all AT&S sites worldwide. World Health Day on April 7 and World Day for Safety and Health at Work on April 28 as incentive.
AT&S sets new standards in the recycling of copper and chemicals
For World Recycling Day on March 18, the Austrian microelectronics manufacturer AT&S presents an interim report on its ongoing efforts to make its global production more sustainable and efficient.
Strategic presence: AT&S opens new sales office in Seoul
AT&S strengthens its presence in Korea with the opening of a new sales office in Seoul. This step highlights the importance of the South Korean market and creates optimal conditions for closer customer relationships and future partnerships.
Dr. Michael Mertin to be new CEO of AT&S AG
New start at AT&S: As the new CEO, Dr. Michael Mertin, a German technology expert and top manager, will shape the future through innovation and entrepreneurship, together with all stakeholders, and lead the company into a new era.
Virtual First: The future of microelectronics manufacturing is here
Austrian microelectronics manufacturer AT&S has announced that they will improve time-consuming development, optimization and testing processes that rely on expensive physical prototypes by implementing a Virtual Development Program.
Apprenticeship Day at AT&S was a complete success
AT&S is focusing on skilled workers of tomorrow: more than 200 interested young people and parents visited the AT&S headquarters in Leoben. The new apprenticeships start in September and registration is now open. AT&S also supports the international school in Leoben, for which the registration phase begins in February.
Mourning at AT&S: Farewell to Hannes Androsch
Since 1994 the history of AT&S has been inextricably linked with Hannes Androsch. But Androsch was also a widely heard voice on socio-political issues right up to the end.
Austria establishes competence center within the framework of the European Chips Act
A strong signal for the semiconductor industry: The European Commission approves the application of the "Silicon Alps Cluster" for an Austrian chip competence center. As a shareholder in the cluster, AT&S is thus playing an active role in achieving the objectives of the European Chips Act.
Young expert Cleanroom Ralph explains microelectronics for AT&S
In a series of videos, reels and raps with smart humor, Austria’s youngest microelectronics expert demonstrates what the technology can do and why there would be neither smartphones nor an AI boom without it.
AT&S CEO function to be newly advertised
As previously reported, Andreas Gerstenmayer has resigned from his position as CEO of AT&S for personal reasons with effect from Oct. 1, 2024. On an interim basis, Dr. Peter Schneider – previously Deputy CEO – will take on the role of “Spokesman of the Management Board”. Until the new CEO is appointed, Mr. Gerstenmayer's responsibilities will be taken over by the Management Board.
AT&S announces the successful signing of the transaction related to the plant in Ansan / South Korea
On September 23, 2024, AT&S and the Italian company SO.MA.CI.S. S.p.A. signed an agreement for the sale of AT&S Korea CO., LTD. and thus the AT&S plant in Ansan, South Korea. The purchase price (equity value) amounts to approximately EUR 405 million.
Welcome Day: AT&S trains 21 new apprentices for the high-tech industry
AT&S has intensified its apprenticeship training. The number of apprentices has more than doubled. Technological requirements and specific process knowledge make the young people highly qualified specialists in an industry of the future.
Unique look behind the scenes of AT&S research
The technology leader AT&S already holds almost 800 patents and is giving an insight into its R&D departments in Leoben at the "Long Night of Research" on May 24.
AT&S brings High-Tech to the Museumsquartier
AT&S is bringing interactive high-tech stations to the Museumsquartier in Vienna on Saturday, from a virtual journey through a smartphone up to the appearance in a cleanroom suit.
AT&S well prepared to benefit from AI boom
AT&S welcomes new customers from the AI sector with sustainable energy solutions for data centres.
AT&S shines with purest copper on World Recycling Day
The Styrian microelectronics specialist AT&S is taking World Recycling Day on March 18 as an opportunity to review the progress that has been made in recent months at its sites around the world in terms of the efficient use of resources.
Construction of the AT&S parking house starts on March 11
The plans for the parking house at the AT&S site in Leoben Hinterberg can be implemented. The temporary solution with the Hornbach parking spaces has been extended and, as agreed, dismantled and landscaped again in 2025.
AT&S celebrates opening at the new campus in Malaysia
AT&S Austria Technologie & Systemtechnik (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is proud to announce the official opening of its campus at Kulim Hi-Tech Park (KHTP) in the state of Kedah.
AT&S opens first plant in Malaysia this week
The new plant in Kulim will produce IC substrates for the next generation of microchips for high-performance computing, data centers and AI applications from leading manufacturers such as AMD.
School class experiences hands-on microelectronics
"Fascinating, cool, beautiful, child-friendly ..." AT&S recently received this praise from real experts – the students of the 3rd grade of the Europagymnasium Leoben. The youngsters were given an exclusive tour of the recently opened AT&S Erlebniswelt in Leoben Hinterberg. From mid-January 2024, the Line Tours will be available to all visitors, not just school classes, by appointment.