But Solarbuzz predicts 20% decline in revenues this year, and survival remains the priority.

Giant Japanese electronics brand to accelerate scale up of GaN-on-silicon LED production.

Transition to solid-state lighting includes deal to retrofit much of the Paris Metro system.

Stock down nearly 20% as the laser annealing and lithography tool vendor puts a freeze on new hires and cuts executive salaries.

After more than eight years as CEO of the lithography company, Eric Meurice will become chairman of ASML Holdings in July.

German and US firms agree partnership on ophthalmic surgical microscopes.

Maker of single mode indium phosphide lasers and detectors to boost Avago’s presence in data centers and silicon photonics.

Commercialization of novel spectral engine technologies

Semiconductor systems business had been earmarked for sale by GSI back in 2011.

Silicon Valley start-up’s technology combines high efficiency with low cost; set to go into production next year.

UK firm lands government support for dramatic capacity expansion, with roadmap targeting lighting-quality devices.

Business grows overall, but ophthalmic systems division is running below levels seen last year.