The report highlights ASML's record net income of EUR 2.6 billion in 2018, underscoring its growth path. ASML's entire suite of products and services performed well in 2018, advancing the execution of its roadmap of its Holistic Lithography solutions. ASML made progress in EUV profitability and continued to strengthen its DUV and Applications businesses. In EUV, all systems sold and shipped to customers meet the specifications that are able to support high-volume manufacturing. ASML accelerated its 0.33 NA EUV and is on track with its High NA EUV program, with major customers already committing commercially to this technology. ASML strongly favors the free flow of people, trade and knowledge, while respecting ownership of that knowledge. ASML recruited 4,000 new employees in 2018, creating a dynamic, nurturing workspace where our talent pool can learn and grow.
