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February 16, 2026

VIEWPOINT 2026: Konrad Roessler, CEO, Heidelberg Instruments Mikrotechnik GmbH

Maskless Lithography at the Forefront: Enabling Growth Across Emerging Markets

Konrad Roessler, CEO, Heidelberg Instruments Mikrotechnik GmbH

In 2025, Heidelberg Instruments, a supplier of direct-write lithography tools for R&D and industry, saw an increased demand from semiconductor packaging industry. The advantages of "maskless" are well-known: adaptability to distorted substrates, resolution below 2 microns, sharp patterns on warped substrates and topography.

Based on the Heidelberg Instruments MLA 300 platform, we introduced in 2025 a new model with higher speed at a resolution of 3 microns. First systems have been shipped and installed.

For 2026, the goal is to develop a system with same high throughput and 1.5 micron resolution. Market launch is scheduled for 2027. Besides very good pattern quality and speed, cost-of-ownership and affordability are important as the tool is targeting mid to low volume production and prototyping.

Currently, Heidelberg Instruments is joining R&D collaborations for advanced packaging on glass and polymer substrates. The challenges of various applications provide the knowledge and technology to build better exposure tools.

Concerning the markets, we observe a clear shift from R&D to industry. There is less public funding but more investment by industry. Tariffs or trade barriers are a threat but fortunately not yet serious. With AI strongly growing and emerging fields like quantum technology, we are optimistic about growth this year.

Konrad Roessler, CEO
Heidelberg Instruments Mikrotechnik GmbH
http://www.heidelberg-instruments.com

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