June 6, 2006 > Asyst CFO Robert Nikl Leaving to Join Verigy

FREMONT (BUSINESS WIRE), May 30_Asyst Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:ASYT), a leading provider of integrated automation solutions that enhance semiconductor and flat panel display manufacturing productivity, today announced that Robert J. Nikl, senior vice president, finance, and chief financial officer, is leaving the company as of June 19, to take a similar position at Verigy Pte Ltd., a planned pre-IPO spin-off of Agilent Technologies (NYSE:A). The company has initiated a search for a replacement.

Asyst Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of integrated automation solutions that enable semiconductor and flat panel display (FPD) manufacturers to increase their manufacturing productivity and protect their investment in materials during the manufacturing process. For more information visit http://www.asyst.com.