MICRO LINEAR CORPORATION RECOGNIZES CHARTERED AS OUTSTANDING FOUNDRY PARTNER
MILPITAS, Calif. - February 3, 2003 - Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing (NASDAQ: CHRT and SGX-ST:
Chartered), one of the world's top three silicon foundries, received an Outstanding Foundry Partner Award
from Micro Linear Corporation (NASDAQ: MLIN), a leading provider of integrated circuit solutions for the
communications market. The award recognizes Chartered's excellent on-time support and manufacturing
accomplishments in the delivery of millions of Micro Linear integrated wireless radio chips.
"Chartered's fast ramp-to-ship and on-time delivery, combined with its ability to quickly transfer
to new models, kept time-to-market at a minimum," said Tim Richardson, president and CEO of Micro
Linear. "Chartered's strengths as a key partner were instrumental in helping Micro Linear grow our
wireless radio business over the past two years."
"Micro Linear Corporation is a true leader in the wireless industry, and we are quite honored to be a
partner in its success," said Mike Rekuc, president of the Americas for Chartered. "At Chartered, the
customer relationship always comes first, and we work hard to ensure that the value we provide customers
meets their business and product needs. This award further reinforces the dedication and commitment of
the entire Chartered team to delivering flexible manufacturing solutions and quality customer service."
About Chartered
Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing, one of the world's top three silicon foundries, is forging a
customized approach to outsourced semiconductor manufacturing by building lasting and collaborative
partnerships with its customers. The Company provides flexible and cost-effective manufacturing
solutions for customers, enabling the convergence of communications, computing and consumer markets.
In Singapore, Chartered operates five fabrication facilities and a sixth fab, which will be developed
as a 300mm facility.
A company with both global presence and perspective, Chartered is traded on both the Nasdaq Stock Market
(Nasdaq: CHRT) and on the Singapore Exchange (SGX-ST: CHARTERED). Chartered's 3,500 employees are based
at 11 locations around the world. Information about Chartered can be found at www.charteredsemi.com.
About Micro Linear Corporation
Micro Linear Corporation designs and manufactures world-class integrated circuit solutions for the
communications market. Product applications include wired and wireless local area networks, digital
cordless telephones, wireless headsets, wireless game controllers, and industrial wireless applications.
Micro Linear is headquartered in San Jose, CA, with design centers and sales offices around the world.
