29 September 2026
Oxford Instruments partners with Hakuto to expand advanced plasma processing capabilities across Japan
Partnership combines Oxford Instruments’ advanced plasma processing technologies with Hakuto’s decades of expertise supporting the Asian semiconductor industry in compound semiconductors, optoelectronics and advanced electronics manufacturing.
BRISTOL, UK and TOKYO, JAPAN – 29 September 2026 – Oxford Instruments is pleased to announce the appointment of Hakuto Co., Ltd. as its compound semiconductor equipment distributor in Japan, strengthening support for customers manufacturing next-generation semiconductor devices and advanced electronic technologies. Japan continues to play a critical role in the global semiconductor ecosystem, with growing demand for advanced process technologies driven by developments in compound semiconductors, including gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon carbide (SiC) power devices, as well as gallium arsenide (GaAs) and indium phosphide (InP) datacom and optoelectronic applications. Through this collaboration, Oxford Instruments and Hakuto aim to help customers address increasingly complex challenges related to device quality, manufacturing performance, productivity, and cost.
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting innovation in strategically important semiconductor markets. Hakuto, a well-established provider of technology solutions to the electronics industry, will represent Oxford Instruments’ plasma-based semiconductor process equipment, helping customers access advanced etch and deposition technologies for development and manufacturing applications.
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting innovation in strategically important semiconductor markets. Hakuto, a well-established provider of technology solutions to the electronics industry, will represent Oxford Instruments’ plasma-based semiconductor process equipment, helping customers access advanced etch and deposition technologies for development and manufacturing applications.
Hakuto brings more than 40 years of experience in supporting semiconductor and advanced technology customers through the sales and support of OEM equipment from major semiconductor tool companies, offering deep market knowledge and technical expertise. Its local presence and extensive industry experience will enable effective coordination between Japanese customers and Oxford Instruments, helping customers identify advanced plasma processing solutions aligned with their development and manufacturing requirements.
“Japan remains one of the world’s most important semiconductor markets, particularly in areas such as compound semiconductors, power devices and advanced electronics manufacturing,” said Matt Kelly, President, Oxford Instruments Advanced Technologies. “Hakuto’s extensive industry experience, strong customer relationships and proven technical expertise make them an excellent partner to support our continued growth in the region. We are delighted to work together to help Japanese customers address increasingly demanding process and manufacturing challenges.”
“Oxford Instruments’ plasma processing technologies are highly complementary to our existing portfolio and support many of the strategic technology areas that are important to our customers,” said Mitsuharu Kasai, Company Vice President, System Innovation Company, Hakuto Co., Ltd. “We believe this partnership will enable us to bring advanced and differentiated process solutions to the Japanese market and further support the continued growth of Japan’s electronics industry. By combining Oxford Instruments’ technology leadership with Hakuto’s sales and technical expertise, we can offer customers effective solutions to help improve quality, productivity and manufacturing performance.”
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About Hakuto Co., Ltd.
Hakuto Co., Ltd. is both an electronics trading company and chemical manufacturer, creating unique value through the synergy of these two businesses. Established in November 1953 and headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Hakuto delivers innovative products and solutions to customers across Japan and Asia. The company serves a broad range of electronics markets and supports advanced technology applications through its extensive industry knowledge and technical expertise.
