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Dutch chipmaking equipment giant ASML says it sold absolutely nothing in Europe in 2026, despite Europe being its home region, and is calling on the EU to help create demand for semiconductor manufacturing. The remark highlights how little chip fabrication capacity exists in Europe compared with Asia and the US, where ASML's lithography machines are in high demand.
- 2ASML says it currently sells no chipmaking machines in Europe●ASML currently sells no chipmaking machines in Europe, executive says
An ASML executive has said the Dutch chipmaking equipment giant currently sells none of its machines in Europe, despite being headquartered in the Netherlands. The remark highlights how Europe's lack of advanced chip fabrication facilities leaves ASML dependent on customers largely in Asia and the United States, adding to ongoing debate about Europe's push to build domestic semiconductor capacity.
- 3ASML warns Europe risks falling behind in chipmaking●ASML said it isn’t selling chipmaking machines in Europe, warning the region risks falling behind the US, China and Indi
Dutch chip equipment maker ASML said it is not selling its chipmaking machines in Europe, warning the region risks falling behind the US, China and India in semiconductors. The comments have drawn attention in business and tech circles, with debate over whether Europe can build a competitive domestic chip industry without access to the company's advanced lithography systems.