Sun has announced the creation of a new Microelectronics Group.

Sun Microsystems, Inc. today announced the formation of a Microelectronics group to be led by executive vice president, Dr. David Yen. The Microelectronics group will oversee the developments in network, cryptography and high-performance computing and serve as a supplier to Sun’s existing Systems businesses, in addition to serving OEM customers across the globe. Yen, who previously led Sun’s Storage business will be succeeded by Jon Benson, a Sun senior vice president. Both Yen and Benson will report to Jonathan Schwartz, Sun president and CEO.