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A Kiwi story of innovation, grit and global impact. From a modest upbringing in New Zealand to building a company whose technology powers more than 90% of the world’s silicon chips, Bill Buckley’s story is one of remarkable vision, ingenuity and determination. In Ion Man: The Life and Adventures of Bill Buckley, award-winning journalist Robert Tighe chronicles the life of one of New Zealand’s most influential yet understated entrepreneurs. Founder of Buckley Systems Ltd, Buckley is best known for designing and manufacturing precision electromagnets critical to the global semiconductor industry, as well as pioneering products for boron neutron capture therapy, a cutting-edge cancer treatment. Beyond business, Buckley has invested his passion and energy into motorsport, sailing and speedway, pursuits that reflect the same relentless drive and commitment to excellence that built his company. Ion Man is more than a business biography: it is a compelling portrait of resilience, innovation and passion, offering readers insight into how a Kiwi engineer left an indelible mark on the world.
