MKS Instruments Acquires Ophir (via Newport)

As you might already know from the news, MKS Instruments (Andover, MA) acquired Newport Corp. (Ophir’s parent company).

What does this mean for you?

As an Ophir customer, you will benefit from the advantages that MKS has given us, in terms of scale and a more global presence.

What is MKS and why did they acquire Ophir?

MKS is a leading provider of vacuum and gas measurement technology.  They primarily (but not exclusively) serve the semiconductor manufacturing market.

As such, Newport (and its assorted subsidiaries) will both expand MKS’ portfolio of products for its current market as well as diversifying the markets MKS will serve.

Bottom line: What’s going to change?

I am unfortunately not privy to all the details of the transition committees.

However, this much is clear.  Ophir isn’t going anywhere.  We are devoted to providing all the measurement solutions you need to keep your laser system in top performance.

Whatever changes lie before us, I am confident that you, the customer, will only benefit from this exciting new road ahead.