Duiven, the Netherlands, March 13, 2026 - BE Semiconductor Industries N.V. (the “Company" or "Besi") (Euronext Amsterdam: BESI; OTC markets: BESIY), a leading manufacturer of assembly equipment for the semiconductor industry, noted today recent media articles referring to a potential strategic combination involving the Company. Besi does not respond to market rumors. The Company is fully committed to the execution of its strategic plan to enhance shareholder value as an independent company.  

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