MKS Instruments, Inc., announced that the board of directors has taken the next step in a management transition and elected John R. Bertucci chairman of the board, effective 1 January 2007, following …
MKS Instruments, Inc., announced that the board of directors has taken the next step in a management transition and elected John R. Bertucci chairman of the board, effective 1 January 2007, following his retirement from MKS as executive chairman on 31 December 2006. Mr. Bertucci, age 65, joined MKS Instruments in 1970. He said, “It has been a very satisfying experience to lead MKS through a period in which so many significant advancements have been made in science and technology, and in which MKS has successfully developed so many solutions to difficult semiconductor and other advanced manufacturing technology problems. Based on its innovative technologies, MKS has achieved a compound annual growth exceeding 20% since 1970”. Paying tribute, Leo Berlinghieri, CEO and president of MKS, said “John Bertucci“s knowledge, leadership, and industry experience have been tremendous assets for MKS, and the core foundation of the company is the direct result of his hard work. We are pleased that he will continue to lead the Board as we continue our next phase of growth”. MKS Instruments, Inc. is a leading worldwide provider of process control solutions for advanced manufacturing processes such as semiconductor device manufacturing; thin-film manufacturing for flat panel displays, data storage media, architectural glass and electro-optical products; and technology for medical imaging equipment.