The SEMI has announced the appointment of Tien Wu, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of ASE Group, as the new Chairman of its International Board of Directors. Wu will succeed Mary Puma, the Executive Advisor of Axcelis Technologies, in this prestigious role, where he will lead SEMI's global operations, oversee its talent development programs, and work toward fostering the collaborative goals of the semiconductor industry community.
The announcement was made late on June 12, following a vote by SEMI's International Board members. In addition to Wu's appointment, Benjamin Loh, Chairman of Swiss semiconductor equipment maker Comet, will take on the role of Vice Chairman. According to SEMI's bylaws, the election results are effective immediately.
Prior to this, Wu served as the Vice Chairman of the Board, while Loh was a member of the Board.
SEMI President and CEO Ajit Manocha expressed confidence that the new leadership duo, who have both demonstrated passion for addressing global semiconductor industry challenges and accelerating growth, will help SEMI further strengthen its position as a trusted partner to key government bodies and policymakers. Under their leadership, SEMI is expected to enhance its efforts in promoting policies that encourage innovation and drive the semiconductor industry forward.
Tien Wu brings extensive leadership experience to SEMI. Before joining ASE, Wu held a range of leadership roles at IBM, with responsibilities spanning research and development, manufacturing, and sales across the US, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. He has also been recognized for his contributions to sustainable electronics manufacturing and high-volume semiconductor packaging, earning membership in the US National Academy of Engineering
Benjamin Loh, the new Vice Chairman, comes to SEMI with a wealth of experience in the semiconductor industry. Before joining Comet, Loh served as Chairman, President, and CEO of ASM, the second-largest semiconductor equipment supplier in Europe. He also held a Non-Executive Director role at ASMPT, a subsidiary of ASM Group. In the earlier stages of his career, Loh served as a director or held senior management positions at several semiconductor supply chain companies in both Europe and the US.
As SEMI embarks on this new leadership phase, the appointments of Tien Wu and Benjamin Loh signal a strong commitment to advancing SEMI's mission of driving industry growth and innovation worldwide. Their combined expertise and leadership will be crucial in navigating the rapidly evolving semiconductor landscape and in promoting policies that ensure the sector remains at the forefront of technological development.
Article edited by Jack Wu
