AlixLabs, a developer of Atomic Layer Etching (ALE) solutions for next-generation semiconductor manufacturing, has closed a €15 million Series A funding round in the first quarter of 2026. The round includes a strategic investment from Stephen Industries, building on earlier participation from Global Brain and other institutional investors.
The funding marks a key milestone for AlixLabs as it continues to advance its proprietary ALE solutions, including its APS™ (Atomic Pitch Splitting) platform. The approach is designed to enable more precise, efficient, and cost-effective semiconductor fabrication, addressing the growing complexity of advanced device architectures.
Atomic Layer Etching is widely regarded as a critical enabler for future semiconductor nodes, complementing Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) processes by allowing atomic-scale precision in material removal. As semiconductor manufacturing evolves, ALE is expected to play an increasingly important role in production.
The new funding will be used to accelerate product development, expand technical capabilities, and strengthen partnerships with semiconductor manufacturers.
With this investment, AlixLabs aims to further establish its position within the European semiconductor ecosystem and advance its ambition to become a global provider of Atomic Layer Etching solutions.
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