Orbit & Skyline boosts India’s global presence in semiconductors
Orbit & Skyline is providing services to support the advancement of India's semiconductor manufacturing ambitions while supporting global semiconductor fabs and integrated circuit producers.
The company, founded in 2009, has accrued over 15 years of experience in the semiconductor sector. With a workforce of more than 500 engineers, Orbit & Skyline delivers a range of services including turnkey fab solutions, engineering support for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and comprehensive lifecycle tool management. Orbit & Skyline manages over 3,000 tools globally and supports both CMOS and compound semiconductor fabrication facilities with services that include tool installation, preventive maintenance, legacy tool support and lifecycle management.
Supporting a global talent pool
There is a recognised shortage of semiconductor professionals worldwide. Orbit & Skyline is working to address this challenge by building a skilled talent pool within India to meet the needs of the global market. The company provides opportunities for its engineers to gain experience internationally, enabling the adoption and synthesis of best practices from various regions to help strengthen India's domestic semiconductor ecosystem.
The company operates from its headquarters in India and maintains teams across semiconductor fabrication plants internationally. Its clientele includes industry players such as TSMC, LAM Research, Tower Semiconductor, SCL, Axcelis, GlobalFoundries (GF), STMicroelectronics, Infineon, Texas Instruments, and KACST.
Legacy tool support
One key focus of Orbit & Skyline is its support for legacy deposition, etch, and clean tools. These older systems are often essential yet overlooked within many semiconductor fabs. The company's Centre of Excellence (CoE) is dedicated to addressing the challenges associated with maintaining and upgrading such tools. The CoE offers training and workforce development initiatives in real fabrication facility settings, ensuring that engineers are prepared to work on complex and operationally challenging equipment.
Through the Centre of Excellence, the company aims to keep its workforce industry-ready by offering continuous training and exposure to evolving industry needs. This approach also helps in bridging gaps in the technical capabilities required to sustain and modernise ageing fab infrastructure.
Extending the life of semiconductor tools
Orbit & Skyline works with integrated circuit manufacturers to maximise the lifetime of expensive semiconductor equipment by providing engineering support, upgrading system performance, and managing supply chains. These services are intended to increase productivity and capital efficiency for the company's customers.
Impact in India
The company has outlined its contributions to India's semiconductor mission, which include creating high-skilled employment opportunities in semiconductor services, upskilling talent with hands-on, practical training, and promoting the adoption of global best practices in Indian facilities. Orbit & Skyline is also facilitating operational self-reliance by delivering high-value engineering services that were historically sourced from foreign providers.
The company describes its efforts as aligning with the "Make in India, Make for the World" initiative within the semiconductor sector. By developing a globally competitive talent pool and offering essential engineering services, Orbit & Skyline aims to provide Indian teams for international assignments, thereby advancing India's standing in the global semiconductor supply chain.
Strategic partnerships
Partnerships with major IC manufacturers and OEMs are regarded by Orbit & Skyline as important for strengthening its role in shaping the future of India's semiconductor industry. These collaborations are reflected in the company's expanding client base and international presence.
"India is at a historic inflection point in semiconductor manufacturing, and Orbit & Skyline is proud to contribute by delivering world-class fab solutions, developing engineering talent, and supporting fabs across the globe. Our mission is simple: to be the most trusted partner for semiconductor services built in India, for the world." - Mani Prasad Athayil, General Manager, Orbit & Skyline.
Orbit & Skyline is continuing its efforts to support the semiconductor sector with a focus on technical excellence, talent development, and operational support for manufacturing facilities across India and internationally.
