Singapore / Tokyo, 31 Mar 2025 Yokohama, – NexGen Wafer Systems, a leading provider of Single-Wafer Wet Etch and Clean solutions, and Kanematsu PWS Ltd, a renowned distributor and service provider for semiconductor manufacturing equipment in Japan, are pleased to announce their strategic sales partnership. Under this agreement, Kanematsu PWS Ltd has been appointed as the official sales partner for NexGen Wafer Systems in Japan, reinforcing NexGen’s commitment to expanding its global footprint and strengthening its support for Japanese semiconductor manufacturers.
This collaboration brings together NexGen Wafer Systems’ state-of-the-art wet etch and clean platforms with Kanematsu PWS Ltd’s deep expertise in the Japanese semiconductor industry. Through this partnership, NexGen Wafer Systems will leverage Kanematsu’s extensive sales network and local customer support capabilities to accelerate the adoption of its innovative solutions across Japan.
“With this agreement, we are further enhancing our presence in Japan, a key market for advanced semiconductor manufacturing,” said Christian Kleindienst, Chief Marketing Officer, NexGen Wafer Systems. “Kanematsu PWS Ltd is a trusted partner with a strong track record in the industry. Their expertise and commitment to customer success align perfectly with our vision of delivering high-performance, future-proof wet etch and clean solutions to the market.”
Kanematsu PWS Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kanematsu Corporation, has an extensive history of representing world-class semiconductor equipment brands in Japan. The company will provide comprehensive sales and distribution for NexGen Wafer Systems’ product portfolio, including the SERENO high-throughput multi-chamber platform and MG series single and double chamber equipment for etch and clean applications.
“This partnership allows us to offer Japanese semiconductor manufacturers access to NexGen’s cutting-edge wet etch and clean technology,” said Yutaka Ota, Director Sales & Marketing, Kanematsu PWS Ltd. “With our proven experience in sales and customer support, we are excited to introduce NexGen’s solutions to the Japanese market, helping chipmakers achieve greater process efficiency, yield improvements, and cost savings.”
Through this collaboration, customers in Japan will benefit from enhanced local service, faster response times, and streamlined access to NexGen Wafer Systems’ advanced wet processing solutions. The partnership is effective immediately, with Kanematsu PWS Ltd now offering full sales and technical support for NexGen Wafer Systems’ portfolio in Japan.
