- Intel appoints Kevin O’Buckley as the head of its Foundry Services division.
- O’Buckley replaces Stuart Pann, who is set to retire after establishing Intel’s Foundry business.
- Intel invests billions to expand its foundry business, enhancing manufacturing capabilities and producing more semiconductors as a contract manufacturer.
Intel appoints industry veteran Kevin O’Buckley as the head of its Foundry Services division, replacing the retiring Stuart Pann. Intel continues to invest in expanding its foundry business to enhance its manufacturing capabilities.
Intel appoints leader
Intel has recently announced the appointment of Kevin O’Buckley as the head of its Foundry Services division. With over 25 years in the semiconductor industry, O’Buckley, previously a senior vice president at Marvell Technology’s custom chip unit and holding leadership roles at companies like GlobalFoundries and IBM, signifies Intel’s commitment to further consolidate and expand its market share in foundry services. O’Buckley’s entry is expected to accelerate Intel’s competitiveness in the global semiconductor manufacturing market.
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Expanding foundry investment
Intel continues to pour significant investments into its foundry business, aiming to enhance its manufacturing capabilities and expand its share as a contract manufacturer. In recent years, the company has invested billions in technology upgrades and capacity expansions to compete more effectively with market leaders like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). These investments not only elevate Intel’s position in the high-end semiconductor market but also help the company play a more critical role in the global supply chain.
