Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market Forecast and Growth 2031

Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031), Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Equipment Type (Wafer Manufacturing Equipment, Assembly & Packaging Equipment, Test Equipment, and Others); End Use (Semiconductor Fabrication Plant/Foundry, Semiconductor Electronics Manufacturing, and Testing Home); Dimension (2D, 2.5D, and 3D);  and Geography

  • Report Code : TIPEL00002159
  • Category : Electronics and Semiconductor
  • No. of Pages : 150
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The semiconductor manufacturing equipment market size is expected to grow from US$ 97.15 billion in 2023 to US$ 209.05 billion by 2031; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 10.1% from 2023 to 2031. Advanced packaging integration in manufacturing equipment is likely to remain a key semiconductor manufacturing equipment market trend.

Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market Analysis

This semiconductor manufacturing equipment market encompasses various players, including semiconductor equipment manufacturers, capital companies, tool manufacturers, metrology companies, and used semiconductor equipment suppliers. Semiconductor equipment manufacturers are at the forefront of developing cutting-edge equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing. These companies design and produce tools that enable various stages of semiconductor fabrication, such as lithography, etching, deposition, and wafer testing. Their innovations drive the advancements in semiconductor technology and enable the production of smaller, faster, and more powerful chips. Semiconductor capital companies play a vital role by providing financial resources and investments to semiconductor machinery manufacturers and equipment suppliers. These companies recognize the importance of the semiconductor industry and its growth potential, and they actively contribute to market development. Semiconductor tool manufacturers are specialized firms that produce specific tools and equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing. These tools include wafer processing systems, metrology equipment, packaging equipment, and testing solutions. They work closely with semiconductor manufacturers to meet their specific requirements and ensure the quality and efficiency of the manufacturing process.

Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market Overview

The semiconductor manufacturing equipment market plays a critical role in supporting the production of semiconductors, including integrated circuits (ICs) manufacturing companies, which are the backbone of modern electronic devices. Semiconductor manufacturing equipment is the processing machinery utilized to form a variety of electrical and integrated circuits (ICs). The growth of telephony, computers, biotechnology, military technology, aviation, renewable energy, and other fields is made possible by semiconductors, which are a crucial part of electronic equipment. Circuits, memory chips, IC chips, and a wide range of other goods are all made using equipment for the fabrication of semiconductors.

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Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market: Strategic Insights

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Market Size Value inUS$ 62.10 Billion in 2018
Market Size Value byUS$ 101.58 Billion by 2027
Growth rateCAGR of 5.2% from 2019-2027
Forecast Period2019-2027
Base Year2019
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Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market Drivers and Opportunities

Increasing Consumption Of Consumer Electronics to Favor Market Growth

The increasing consumption of consumer electronics is a significant driver for the growth of the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market. Consumer electronics, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, smart appliances, and wearable devices, have become integral to people's lives, driving the demand for advanced semiconductor chips. As consumer electronics evolve with new features, higher performance, and increased connectivity, semiconductor manufacturers face the challenge of meeting these demands. This necessitates adopting advanced manufacturing processes and equipment to produce smaller, more powerful, and energy-efficient chips. Semiconductor equipment manufacturers play a crucial role in addressing this demand. They develop and provide innovative equipment and tools that enable the production of these advanced chips. For example, lithography systems, which use optical or EUV (Extreme Ultraviolet) technology, are utilized for patterning intricate circuitry on wafers. Etching equipment helps in precise material removal, while deposition tools enable the controlled deposition of thin films on the wafer surfaces. These equipment advancements enable semiconductor manufacturers to fabricate smaller transistors and increase chip density, resulting in higher-performance devices.

Proliferation of AI and IoT - An Opportunity in the Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market

AIoT in manufacturing refers to the intersection of IoT with AI. AI-infused IoT enables the semiconductor equipment to independently examine data, analyze it, and make decisions without any human involvement. Moreover, companies such as SAP, IBM, and PDF Solutions have joined forces to develop innovative solutions that leverage the Internet of Things (IoT), manufacturing solutions, and AI technologies to address the pain points of the semiconductor industry.

Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market Report Segmentation Analysis

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market analysis are the equipment type, end use, and dimension.

  • Based on the equipment type, the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market is segmented into wafer manufacturing equipment, assembly & packaging equipment, test equipment, and others.
  • Based on end use, the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market is segmented into semiconductor fabrication plant/foundry, semiconductor electronics manufacturing, and testing home.
  • Based on dimension, the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market is segmented into 2D, 2.5D, and 3D.

Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market Share Analysis by Geography

  • The semiconductor manufacturing equipment market is segmented into five major regions—North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), the Middle East & Africa (MEA), and South & Central America. Asia Pacific dominated the market in 2023.
  • The Asia Pacific region has some of the largest chip manufacturers globally. These companies, often called "biggest chip manufacturers," drive the demand for semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Their large-scale production facilities require advanced equipment and technologies to meet the growing needs of various industries, including consumer electronics, automotive, and telecommunications. The region has witnessed rapid growth in the consumption of consumer electronics. With a rising population and increasing disposable incomes, countries in the Asia Pacific region have become major markets for smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other electronic devices. This surge in demand for consumer electronics directly translates into increased demand for semiconductor chips, thereby driving the need for semiconductor manufacturing equipment.

Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market Report Scope

Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market News and Recent Developments

The peer to the peer insurance market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. The following is a list of developments in the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market:

  • In April 2023, Hitachi High-Tech Corporation announced plans to construct a new production facility in the Kasado Area of Kudamatsu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, with a view to increasing the production capacity of etching systems for its semiconductor manufacturing equipment business, with production scheduled to begin in FY2025.

(Source: Hitachi, Press Release)

  • In October 2023, Canon announced the launch of the FPA-1200NZ2C nanoimprint semiconductor manufacturing equipment, which executes circuit pattern transfer, the most important semiconductor manufacturing process. The new product employs newly developed environment control technology that suppresses the contamination with fine particles in the equipment.

(Source: Canon, Press Release)

Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market Report Coverage and Deliverables

The "Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)" provides a detailed analysis of the market covering the areas mentioned below:

  • Market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
  • Market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
  • Key future trends
  • Detailed PEST/Porter's Five Forces and SWOT analysis
  • Global and regional market analysis covering key market trends, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
  • Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments
  • Detailed company profiles
Report Coverage
Report Coverage

Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

Segment Covered
Segment Covered

Equipment Type ; End Use ; Dimension

Regional Scope
Regional Scope

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

Country Scope
Country Scope

US, Canada, Mexico, UK, Germany, Spain, Italy, France, India, China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Brazil, Argentina

Frequently Asked Questions


Which region is expected to hold the highest market share in the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market?

Asia Pacific is expected to hold the highest market share in the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market.

Which are the key players holding the major market share of the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market?

The key players holding majority shares in the global semiconductor manufacturing equipment market areASML Holding N.V., Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation, Rudolph Technologies, Inc., Advantest Corporation, and Applied Materials, Inc.

What are the future trends of the global semiconductor manufacturing equipment market?

Advanced packaging integration in manufacturing equipment is anticipated to play a significant role in the global semiconductor manufacturing equipment market in the coming years.

What are the driving factors impacting the global semiconductor manufacturing equipment market?

Increasing consumption of consumer electronics, convergence of electronics and automotive industry are the major factors driving the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market.

What is the estimated market size for the global semiconductor manufacturing equipment market in 2023?

The global semiconductor manufacturing equipment market was estimated to be US$ 97.15 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1% during the forecast period 2024 - 2031.

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