Orbit and Skyline enhance India’s semiconductor self-reliance by offering comprehensive tool support and cultivating specialised local engineering talent.
Orbit and Skyline, Founded in 2009, has more than 500 engineers and offers services including turnkey (fabrication facility) fab solutions, OEM engineering support, and lifecycle management of semiconductor toolsets. Operating from its India headquarters and with teams worldwide, the company provides support for over 3000 tools used by clients such as TSMC, LAM Research, GlobalFoundries, STMicroelectronics, and Texas Instruments.
Orbit and Skyline, a semiconductor services provider with over 15 years of experience, is contributing to India’s semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem through engineering support and operations across global fabs.
The company’s portfolio covers both CMOS and compound semiconductor fabs, including tool installation, preventive maintenance, legacy tool support, and performance upgrades aimed at extending equipment life and improving operational efficiency.
Addressing the ongoing industry challenge of skilled labour shortages, Orbit and Skyline is investing in workforce development through a Centre of Excellence focused on training engineers to handle legacy deposition and cleaning tools in fab environments.
Mani Prasad Athayil, General Manager, stated, “We aim to support India’s growing semiconductor sector by providing engineering expertise and operational services aligned with industry needs.”
As India advances its Semiconductor Mission, Orbit and Skyline play a role in supporting local employment, technology transfer, and increasing operational self-reliance in semiconductor manufacturing services. The company maintains partnerships with various IC manufacturers and OEMs.
Orbit and Skyline continue to provide engineering and operational support to semiconductor fabs both within India and internationally.
