{"id":14736,"date":"2026-03-03T14:55:57","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T13:55:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shincommunication.com\/?p=14736"},"modified":"2026-06-03T11:06:42","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T09:06:42","slug":"cosmic-is-born","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shincommunication.com\/en\/cosmic-is-born\/","title":{"rendered":"Cosmic is Born"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\u00a0New Global Player for Semiconductor Test Solutions<\/span>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/span>B<\/span>uilt on\u00a0<\/span>D<\/span>ecades of\u00a0<\/span>E<\/span>xperience<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

The international growth journey launched in 2022 following Xenon Private Equity\u2019s investment in Microtest reaches a significant new milestone today with the creation of\u00a0<\/span>Cosmic<\/span><\/b><\/a>, the new name of the Group.\u00a0This unites the different industrial companies integrated over the last few years\u00a0under a single brand identity. Two complementary divisions\u00a0will\u00a0operate independently:\u00a0Cosmic\u00a0Equipment and\u00a0Cosmic\u00a0Services.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Following the acquisitions of Test Inspire in the Netherlands, Gedec in Italy, and RoodMicrotec \u2013 a company listed on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange with a strong presence in the German market \u2013 the expansion continued in 2024 with the addition of ipTEST in the United Kingdom and Focused Test in the United States. Today, these combined capabilities converge into a single global brand, designed to enhance the technological heritage and distinctive expertise of each organization.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With more than\u00a0<\/span>400 professionals and 15 direct locations across Europe, the United States, and Asia<\/span><\/b>, Cosmic combines the strength of an international structure with close proximity to local markets. Cosmic offers\u00a0customers a solid, integrated, and highly specialized global presence.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A portfolio of specialized solutions: Equipment and Services<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Cosmic operates through two\u00a0distinct and\u00a0complementary\u00a0divisions, enabling the Group to\u00a0address a comprehensive portfolio of semiconductor test solutions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The\u00a0<\/span>Cosmic\u00a0Equipment<\/span><\/b>\u00a0division\u00a0is dedicated to the design and manufacturing of advanced test solutions, including\u00a0<\/span>Automatic Test Equipment (ATE)<\/span><\/b>\u00a0systems for mixed-signal and high-power applications, as well as\u00a0<\/span>handlers\u00a0<\/span><\/b>and<\/span>\u00a0burn-in systems<\/span><\/b>. This division represents the technological core of the Group and focuses on developing high-performance platforms capable of meeting the growing demands of the automotive, industrial, power, and high-reliability markets.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ruud van der Linden<\/em><\/p><\/div>\n

The\u00a0<\/span>Cosmic\u00a0Services<\/span><\/b>\u00a0division\u00a0provides a comprehensive portfolio of\u00a0<\/span>test\u00a0services<\/span><\/b>, supporting customers throughout the entire device lifecycle.\u00a0Cosmic Services offers\u00a0everything from customized test solution development,\u00a0ASIC design with design-for-testability (DFT) support,\u00a0to wafer sort and final production testing. On top of this,\u00a0the division\u00a0specializes\u00a0in\u00a0characterization and qualification testing\u00a0in addition to\u00a0burn-in and reliability testing.\u00a0Cosmic ensures high-quality standards and fast execution\u00a0for device\u00a0troubleshooting projects\u00a0ensured\u00a0by\u00a0advanced\u00a0<\/span>Failure &\u00a0Technology Analysis<\/span><\/b>\u00a0capabilities\u00a0which\u00a0enable\u00a0precise identification of device failures through sophisticated\u00a0failure\u00a0analysis techniques, thereby supporting continuous improvement and product optimization processes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe\u00a0creation of Cosmic represents a fundamental strategic step in our journey to consolidate our position as a leading international player in the semiconductor test industry,\u201d stated\u00a0<\/span><\/i>Ruud van der Linden, CEO of Cosmic Group<\/span><\/i><\/b>. \u201cThe integration of technological, industrial, and operational expertise\u00a0on a global scale\u00a0now enables us to offer our customers a unique value proposition that combines innovation, efficiency, and added value.\u00a0<\/span><\/i>With Cosmic, we are establishing a strong global corporate identity that brings our Equipment and Services divisions\u00a0under one organization while preserving their distinct focus, leadership,\u00a0and strategic direction. Each division will continue to operate with clear accountability in\u00a0its\u00a0respective markets,\u00a0supported by the strength and visibility of a unified corporate name\u201d.<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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