Acuity advises Hprobe on its sale to Mycronic

Hprobe, a leading provider of turnkey semiconductor Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) for magnetic devices, today announced its acquisition by Mycronic, a Swedish high-tech company specializing in precision production equipment for the electronics industry. The integration represents a strategic move to enhance Hprobe’s technological and market leadership in MRAM and magnetic sensor testing, supporting the transition to high-volume manufacturing, and enhancing reliability and performance for end-users.

By leveraging Mycronic’s global infrastructure, Hprobe will expand its presence across Asia, North America, and Europe while accelerating its technology and product roadmaps to meet growing demand for wafer testing of advanced MRAM and next-generation TMR sensors. Hprobe will operate as a new business line within Mycronic’s Global Technologies division.

“Joining Mycronic marks a significant milestone for Hprobe. This acquisition will enable us to scale operations, accelerate innovation, and better serve our customers worldwide,” said Laurent Lebrun, CEO of Hprobe. “With Mycronic’s global reach and resources, we are well positioned to drive the future of magnetic device testing.”

Laurent Lebrun, CEO of Hprobe said:

“The Acuity team did an exceptional job. Their deep semiconductor industry expertise was crucial – they were able to clearly articulate our business and used their broad industry network to find us an excellent strategic partner. They were able to navigate some significant deal complexities and demonstrated enormous tenacity to deliver a fantastic result.”

Brian Snelling, Director at Acuity commented:

“I am delighted to have advised Hprobe on the successful sale to Mycronic, which will enable Hprobe to accelerate its growth and build on its leading position in MRAM and magnetic sensor testing, and delivers a great outcome for all parties involved. We are enormously excited to see what the future holds for Hprobe as part of the Mycronic group.”

Matthew Byatt, Managing Partner at Acuity commented:

“The acquisition of Hprobe by Mycronic is a strong strategic fit, expanding Mycronic’s capabilities in semiconductor testing. This deal highlights the growing demand for advanced testing solutions, and we’re pleased to have supported Hprobe in finding the right partner for its next stage of growth. It also reinforces Acuity’s track record in orchestrating high-quality semiconductor transactions that create real value for our clients.”