2016-17 saw MV firm’s turnover reach €88m with growth of 6% and, after 44 years, founder Wilhelm Stemmer to retire.

'Luminate' initiative guarantees $100k minimum investment for successful applicants, as part of a $5 million-per-year effort.

‘Disruptive’ French startup gains investment for its light shaping technologies.

Cash acquisition of UK company by laboratory equipment giant suggests new era of growth for Raman spectroscopy.

Oregon company wins $23.5M backing from venture wings of Samsung, Intel and Applied Materials in series B round.

LED and automotive lighting firm moves into private equity ownership, with Philips retaining a minority stake.

Individualized bespoke fiber components destined for the world market; many types of product co-developments proposed.

Strategic purchase will strengthen portfolio and expand Adva’s “customer footprint”.

Proposal to create 'European laser champion' still faces regulatory hurdles and requires approval by Quantel shareholders.

Updated analysis by Photonics Leadership Group also indicates significantly higher productivity of the export-led sector.

Memorandum of understanding with Airbus subsidiary will see optical filters distributed to commercial market next year.

Buyout of optical isolator materials innovator follows several major acquisitions in recent years. II-VI’s guidance for the quarter unchanged.