March 17, 2025 /SemiMedia/ — Swedish production equipment manufacturer Mycronic has announced the acquisition of French semiconductor testing equipment company Hprobe, marking its entry into the semiconductor market. Specializing in MRAM (Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory) testing systems, this acquisition strengthens Mycronic’s position in semiconductor testing and supports its global expansion strategy.

Hprobe develops automated semiconductor testing equipment (ATE) for magnetic devices. With this acquisition, Mycronic plans to leverage its global infrastructure in Asia, North America, and Europe to accelerate Hprobe’s technology development and product roadmap. This will help meet the growing demand for advanced MRAM and next-generation TMR sensor wafer testing.

Hprobe currently has 14 employees and expects to generate €4 million in sales in 2024. The company will operate as a new business line within Mycronic’s Global Technologies division. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

“Wafer and semiconductor testing are attractive expansion areas for Mycronic, and Hprobe’s unique technology, which enables the rapid generation of strong magnetic fields over large areas, makes it a perfect fit,” said Magnus Marthinsson, Senior Vice President of Global Technologies at Mycronic. “With the rise of AI, VR, AR, and the automotive industry, new growth opportunities are emerging. This acquisition positions Mycronic to be part of this exciting industry transformation.”

For chip manufacturers, MRAM testing is critical, particularly for non-volatile memory below 22nm, as traditional flash memory is becoming less reliable.

"Joining Mycronic marks a significant milestone in Hprobe’s history," said Laurent Lebrun, CEO of Hprobe. "This acquisition will allow us to scale operations, accelerate innovation, and better serve our global customers."

"With Mycronic’s global reach and resources, we are well-positioned to shape the future of magnetic device testing. Together, we will advance MRAM and sensor testing to support industry growth."