AVIZA Technology, Inc.

Investor FAQs

When did Aviza Technology, Inc. become a public company?

Aviza became a public company on December 2, 2005, which was the first day that Aviza's common stock was publicly traded on the Nasdaq National Market.

What was the initial public market price of Aviza's common stock?

Aviza's common stock began trading at $6.00 on December 2, 2005.

How many shares of Aviza common stock were issued in connection with Aviza's merger transaction with Trikon?

Aviza issued a total of 10,299,582 shares of its common stock in connection with Aviza's merger transaction with Trikon.

Who were the underwriters for Aviza's initial public offering?

There were no underwriters for the IPO.

When and where was Aviza incorporated?

Aviza Technology, Inc. was incorporated in Delaware in 2004.

Where is the company located?

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What products does Aviza sell?

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How many employees does Aviza have?

Based in Scotts Valley, Calif., Aviza has approximately 700 full-time employees supporting its customers around the globe.

What is Aviza's fiscal year?

Aviza's fiscal year ends on the last Friday nearest September 30.

Fiscal Year 2007 quarter endings are:

Quarter One 2007: December 29, 2006
Quarter Two 2007: March 30, 2007
Quarter Three 2007: June 29, 2007
Quarter Four 2007: September 28, 2007

Fiscal Year 2008 quarter endings are:

Quarter One 2008: December 28, 2007
Quarter Two 2008: March 28, 2008
Quarter Three 2008: June 27, 2008
Quarter Four 2008: September 26, 2008

Who is Aviza's outside legal counsel?

Latham & Watkins, based in Menlo Park, California.

Who are Aviza's independent accountants?

Deloitte & Touche LLP.

How can I buy or sell Aviza stock?

Aviza's common stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Market™ under the ticker symbol "AVZA (changed to AVZAQ on June 19, 2009)." Shares can be purchased or sold from any stock brokerage firm or financial institution that provides brokerage services.

Has Aviza split its stock?

No.

Does Aviza have a direct purchase plan?

No, Aviza does not have a direct purchase plan.

Does Aviza issue dividends or have a dividend reinvestment program?

Aviza has never declared or paid cash dividends on its common stock. Aviza currently intends to retain any future earnings for use in the expansion and operation of its business and does not anticipate paying any cash dividends on its common stock in the foreseeable future. As a result, Aviza does not have a dividend reinvestment program.

How can I get a copy of Aviza's latest Annual Report or Quarterly Report?

You may view our latest Annual Report or Quarterly Report electronically on, or via links to, this web site. To obtain printed copies of financial information, call Aviza's Investor Relations department at (831) 439-4370 with your request.

When is the Aviza shareholder meeting and who can attend?

Aviza's first annual stockholder meeting will not be held until sometime after the 13-month anniversary of the closing of its merger transaction with Trikon. All of Aviza's stockholders will be invited to attend Aviza's annual stockholder meetings. Notice of Aviza's annual stockholder meetings will be contained in the proxy statements that Aviza will file with the Securities and Exchange Commission and mail to all of its stockholders of record as of the record date for each such meeting.

How can I obtain additional investor information about Aviza?

Contact your stock broker or call Aviza's Investor Relations department at (831) 439-4370.

I have questions regarding my stock certificates. Who should I contact?

If you are a stockholder of record, please contact Aviza's transfer agent, American Stock Transfer & Trust Company.
American Stock Transfer & Trust Company's customer service office can be reached at (718) 921-8200 or Toll Free: (800) 937-5449 for transfers, address changes, or any other questions regarding their Aviza stock certificates. If your shares are held in Street Name, you should contact your broker directly.

How do I change my address, name or ownership on my Aviza stock certificate?

If you are a shareholder of record, please address questions regarding your ownership of Aviza stock to:

American Stock Transfer & Trust Company 59 Maiden Lane New York, NY 10038 Tel: (718) 921-8200 Toll Free: (800) 937-5449 Fax: (718) 236-2641 Website: http://www.amstock.com If your shares are held in Street Name, your broker holds your stock on your behalf. Please contact your respective broker directly.

How do I contact Aviza?

You can contact Aviza by any of the following means:

By mail: Aviza Technology, Inc.
Shareholder Relations
440 Kings Village Road
Scotts Valley, CA 95066

By phone: Investor Relations department - (831) 439-4370

By email: ir@aviza.com

*This data is provided as a convenience, for informational purposes only. Aviza does not guarantee the sequence, accuracy or completeness of the data or other information appearing on these pages. Aviza assumes no liability for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions in or from any data or other information provided on these pages, or for any actions taken in reliance on any such data or information.