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MILPITAS, Calif., Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SEMI, the industry association advancing the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced in its Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics (WWSEMS) report that global semiconductor equipment billings increased 23% year-over-year to US$40.53 billion in the second quarter of 2026. Second quarter 2026 billings registered an 11% quarter-over-quarter growth.
The results mark a second consecutive record quarter, reflecting accelerating demand for technology and capacity solutions to support AI investments momentum as well as global buildout of AI computing infrastructure.
"The second consecutive quarter of record semiconductor equipment billings reflects the industry's sustained investment in the advanced manufacturing capacity needed to support rising chip demand, particularly for AI infrastructure," said Ajit Manocha, SEMI President and CEO. "Growth across Asia, North America and Europe underscores the global nature of this demand and the critical role of semiconductor manufacturing in enabling the next wave of AI-driven innovation."
Compiled from data submitted by members of SEMI and the Semiconductor Equipment Association of Japan (SEAJ), the WWSEMS report is a summary of the monthly billings figures for the global semiconductor equipment industry.
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Global Semiconductor Equipment Billings Increased 23% Year-Over-Year in Q2 2026, SEMI Reports
Global Semiconductor Equipment Billings Increased 23% Year-Over-Year in Q2 2026, SEMI Reports
SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 21, TÜV Rheinland Greater China, the international independent testing, inspection and certification organization presented Shenzhen Aputure Imaging Technology Co., Ltd. ("Aputure") with a life cycle assessment (LCA) certificate for its STORM CS32 studio light at the 2026 Aputure Fan Night.
The certification reflects Aputure's commitment to environmental responsibility and provides a scientific basis for identifying the stages of a product's life cycle with the greatest environmental impact, enabling targeted improvements that will guide future product optimization and sustainability management.
Gao Chao, Deputy Director of Aputure's product center, and Li Qiang, Vice General Manager of Sales at TÜV Rheinland Greater China Electrical, attended the certificate presentation ceremony.
The project moved beyond the conventional approach of evaluating a single production stage. Instead, it applied a "cradle-to-grave" perspective, systematically assessing the studio light across its entire life cycle from raw material extraction, manufacturing, distribution and transportation, through product use, to end-of-life disposal. The assessment pinpointed the key factors and stages where environmental impact is greatest, providing data to support eco-design, process improvement and supply chain optimization.
"Sustainability has become a core imperative for business development," Gao said. "Receiving this LCA certificate marks an important milestone in our efforts to integrate green principles across the entire research, development and manufacturing of our products. While refining technical performance, we continue to identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact throughout the product life cycle. Going forward, Aputure will advance eco-design, drive continuous innovation and support the industry's transition toward a green, low-carbon future."
"The global transition toward green, low-carbon development is accelerating, and sustainability has shifted from an option to a must for enterprises," Li said. "LCA helps companies understand the composition of their products' environmental footprint and identify where improvements can be made, moving from isolated green initiatives to systematic capability building. This certification not only recognizes Aputure's achievements to date. It also marks a new starting point for building full life cycle environmental management capabilities. TÜV Rheinland is honored to have been part of this project, and we look forward to deepening our cooperation to help the professional film and television lighting industry move toward higher-quality, more sustainable growth."
As a leading global technology service provider, TÜV Rheinland operates specialized laboratories and a global technical network covering safety, electromagnetic compatibility, performance verification and market access for electrical and electronic products. It offers one-stop solutions for photographic equipment, film and television lighting and related products, including testing, certification and assessment spanning product development, testing and certification, and post-market evaluation, helping Chinese lighting products reach global markets.
About Aputure
Shenzhen Aputure Innovation Technology Co., Ltd., headquartered in Shenzhen, is a high-tech enterprise specializing in imaging equipment. It integrates R&D, production, and global sales. The company has over 1,000 employees worldwide.
As of June 30, 2026, Aputure held 1,253 valid patents, including 171 invention patents. Aputure has subsidiaries and offices in the United States, the Netherlands, Singapore, India, Brazil, and other locations. It serves over 2 million users globally, with a sales network covering more than 175 countries.
The company owns four self-developed software and hardware product brands: Aputure, Amaran, DEITY, and the Sidus Link intelligent control system. Aputure products can be found in professional film and television crews, content creation studios, and professional live-streaming rooms worldwide, making Aputure one of the fastest-growing professional imaging equipment companies globally.
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TÜV Rheinland Presents LCA Certificate to Aputure Studio Light
