Nova's Solutions Selected by a Leading Global Logic Manufacturer

REHOVOT, Israel, May 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Nova (Nasdaq: NVMI) announced today that one of the world's top Integrated Circuits (IC) manufacturers recently selected Nova's leading-edge optical metrology solutions for its global logic fabrication sites. Following the selection, Nova has already received multiple orders and started delivery with initial revenue recognized in the first quarter of 2020.

The selection followed an extensive competitive evaluation for the customer's Logic technology process. Nova's solution was chosen due to its unique combination of advanced optical metrology hardware, enhanced by cutting-edge algorithms and modeling software. The solution provides the essential process insight needed to confidently fabricate advanced Logic devices which requires accurate process control, shorter time to solution and solving complicated dimensional challenges. Nova's solutions are expected to be implemented in the customer's development and production sites globally.

"This major selection by one of the world's leading semiconductor players serves as further evidence of our innovation leadership and evolving position," stated Mr. Gabriel Waisman, Nova's Chief Business Officer. "Furthermore, this showcases the value we bring to our customers by combining multiple innovative hardware technologies with advanced software capabilities. Nova's solution was selected due to its differentiated technology and solution flexibility, which allows the customer to better control their device development and manufacturing." 

About Nova: Nova is a leading innovator and key provider of metrology solutions for advanced process control used in semiconductor manufacturing. Nova delivers continuous innovation by providing state-of-the-art high-performance metrology solutions for effective process control throughout the semiconductor fabrication lifecycle. Nova's product portfolio, which combines high-precision hardware and cutting-edge software, provides its customers with deep insight into the development and production of the most advanced semiconductor devices. Nova's unique capability to deliver innovative X-ray and Optical solutions enable its customers to improve performance, enhance product yields and accelerate time to market. Nova acts as a partner to semiconductor manufacturers from its offices around the world. Additional information may be found at www.novami.com.

Nova is traded on NASDAQ & TASE under the symbol NVMI.

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