CORBEIL ESSONNES, France & SHANGHAI -- (BUSINESS WIRE) --

Altis Semiconductor, the innovative European based specialty foundry, today announced an office opening in Shanghai, China and the appointment of Javen Tan as Asia Pacific Sales Director to increase business presence and activity in this region.
The office will provide sales and technical support for Altis Semiconductor's expanding customer base in AP with special focus on China. It will address the growing customer needs in the RF market as well as in analog mixed signal, non-volatile memory, high voltage and other applications, including automotive.

"We are exceptionally pleased to have recruited Javen to establish our Shanghai sales office," comments Karl Lange, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Altis. "Javen has excellent sales experience in the semiconductor industry, and track records specifically with leading electronic companies in China. This sales office in conjunction with the design center we have recently invested in in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia will help us target these fast growing regions and contribute significantly to the growth of the Group."

Commenting on his appointment, Javen Tan said: "China's semiconductor market has and will continue to have significant YOY growth. We are delighted to be part of this and are focused to bring values and competitive advantages to our clients."

About Altis Semiconductor

Altis Semiconductor is an independent and privately held company based in France with an industrial campus in Corbeil-Essonnes, a city 40 km south of Paris. The baseline technologies for Altis come from the proven technology platforms of IBM and Infineon, the former shareholders of Altis. With a robust technology portfolio, proven operational excellence and strict quality compliance, Altis is the ideal foundry partner to serve customers in different markets.

CONTACT:

Jean Leandri, Altis Semiconductor
+33 1 6088-5990
jean.leandri@altissemiconductor.com