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BE Semiconductor Industries (BESI) is experiencing takeover interest amid a surge in demand for its chip-packaging technology. The Amsterdam-listed company, valued at €14 billion ($16.20 billion), is collaborating with Morgan Stanley to evaluate offers from suitors including U.S. chip-equipment maker Lam Research and Applied Materials, which holds a 9% stake in BESI.

Initial discussions commenced in mid-2025, but paused earlier this year due to geopolitical tensions. Despite this, interest in BESI remains strong as its advanced packaging technology is vital for new chip generations in AI and high-performance computing. BESI continues to assert its commitment to independence.