Lund, Sweden – December 19, 2025 – AlixLabs today announced the appointment of Arthur van der Poel to its Advisory Board, further strengthening the company’s strategic and technological leadership as it advances its semiconductor innovation roadmap.
Arthur van der Poel brings decades of senior leadership experience across the global semiconductor and microelectronics ecosystem. He previously served as CEO of Philips Semiconductors and has held prominent board and governance roles at several technology leaders, including ASML, one of the most critical companies in the global semiconductor manufacturing supply chain. He has also played a key role in advancing European semiconductor collaboration through leadership positions in major R&D initiatives.
At AlixLabs, van der Poel will advise on long-term strategy, industry partnerships, and scaling pathways for the company’s flagship APS™ product, with a particular focus on the evolving needs of the global semiconductor market.
“AlixLabs is addressing challenges that are highly relevant to the future of semiconductor manufacturing,” said Arthur van der Poel. “I look forward to supporting the team as they move from demonstrated technology solutions into industrial and commercial impact.”
Arthur van der Poel joins the Advisory Board as Jacques Kools, who began his career at Philips Research Laboratories in Eindhoven, steps down from his role. Kools has been an important contributor to AlixLabs’ development, offering guidance and insight during key phases of the company’s growth.
“It has been a great experience to work with the world class team at AlixLabs as the company matures its technology with a subtle equilibrium of market focus and technological breakthrough,” commented Jacques Kools.
“We are deeply grateful to Jacques for his commitment and contributions to AlixLabs,” said Jonas Sundqvist, CEO at AlixLabs. “At the same time, we are honored to welcome Arthur van der Poel. His experience across semiconductor leadership, governance, and European industry collaboration will be invaluable as we move into our next stage.”
Jacques Kools leaves the Advisory Board with the company’s full appreciation and best wishes, while Arthur van der Poel’s appointment further strengthens AlixLabs’ world-class advisory network aligned with the future of semiconductor technology.
