Fiber laser firm sees opportunities to cement market-leading position amid current market downturn.

Silicon Valley-based Innovusion wins Chinese venture backing to target market for autonomous vehicles with laser sensors.

Spectra-Physics performing well amid generally weaker trading outlook.

Transaction for medical imaging technology assets is expected to be completed by the end of 2018.

Deal, which doubles Visser's metal 3D capacity, comprises 3 EOS M 400-4 systems and 2 of the new EOS M 300-4 systems.

Atlanta-based Micron specializes in tunable filters, swept lasers, and high-speed, long-distance optical sensing units.

Pre-tax income up more than 50% on last year as the laser firm benefits from demand for EUV lithography tools.

Lithography giant’s stock makes gains on upbeat outlook for equipment sales next year and introduction of new higher-throughput EUV tool.

Shenzhen company attracts backing from some major players in domestic automotive industry.

Recently NYSE-listed California firm has developed an excimer laser treatment for clearing blocked arteries.

WESCAM MX-10D systems destined for US Army's Shadow UAV Program; the largest ISR contract in L3's history.

Investments this year will see extended workspace, new cleanrooms and 10% boost for staffing, to meet growing demand.