Hanwha Precision Machinery announced on the 1st that it has appointed Kim Jae-hyun, head of Hanwha Momentum's new business promotion division and regarded as a 'technology expert,' as its new CEO.
After graduating from Seoul National University with a degree in naval architecture and ocean engineering, the new CEO Kim earned a master's and doctoral degree in mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He has served in key positions such as chief engineer and head of the research and development (R&D) department at companies including Samsung Electronics, Lam Research, and Wonik IPS, focusing on the development of new technologies for semiconductor equipment. He joined Hanwha Group last year.
Under the leadership of CEO Kim, Hanwha Precision Machinery aims to lead the market for TC bonder, a key device in the manufacturing of high-bandwidth memory (HBM).
CEO Kim noted, "Recently, Hanwha's new technology has gained significant attention in the HBM TC bonder market," adding, "Through continuous R&D investment and innovation, we will continue to develop unparalleled technology and lead the future semiconductor market."
Currently, Hanmi Semiconductor holds the world's largest market share in this sector. Hanmi Semiconductor has filed a patent lawsuit against Hanwha Precision Machinery regarding related equipment.
A representative from Hanwha Precision Machinery stated, "We will also actively expand our technology and business exchanges with affiliates within the group, including Hanwha Vision."