SEMI expects 10,642 MSI to be shipped next year and 10,897 MSI in 2018.

Total wafer shipments this year are expected to exceed the market high set in 2015 and are forecast to continue shipping at record levels in 2017 and 2018.

“Silicon shipment volumes have been gaining strength in recent months, after a soft start at the beginning of the year,” says SEMI CEO Denny McGuirk (pictured), whose retirement was announced yesterday, “this positive momentum is expected to continue and result in modest annual growth for the segment this year, 2017 and into 2018.”

McGuirk has served on the board of directors and has led SEMI since November 2011. McGuirk will continue to lead SEMI in his current capacity until a successor is appointed.

While at SEMI, McGuirk has had responsibility for driving member satisfaction through SEMI’s global operations – anchored by eight international SEMICON expositions – and SEMI products and services including: Standards, market intelligence, business and technical programs, and industry advocacy. Over the past five years, the electronics manufacturing supply chain has undergone major changes as digital mobility, industry consolidation, and regional investment shifts have reshaped the industry. During this period, McGuirk provided stewardship and new direction to SEMI’s operations, expositions, communities, and partnerships.

“After five years at SEMI, the time is right for me to retire,” says McGuirk, “I am grateful to have worked with SEMI’s exceptional members and outstanding employees – the semiconductor industry is one of the most innovative and fast-paced industries in the world, where only the truly excellent thrive. It’s been great to lead a truly global association such as SEMI with achievements at both regional and international levels. I’m committed to ensure a smooth transition to my successor for the continued success of SEMI.”

A leading executive search firm has been engaged to assist in identifying and evaluating candidates, who can assume the responsibility to continue to focus on the growth and prosperity of SEMI.

By: DocMemory
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