Sprawling photonics business will be named Coherent and trade on the Nasdaq under ‘COHR’ ticker symbol.

Acquisition receives the go-ahead from Chinese regulators and should be completed July 1.

Developer of photonic crystal fiber and supercontinuum lasers set to become part of the Japanese company next year.

Swave Photonics says its technology delivers life-like 3D imagery with no need for bulky headsets or prescription glasses.

Multi-year agreement extends existing relationship to supply epiwafers, with particular emphasis on automotive lidar.

Agreement with China’s Inventronics follows recent disposals of horticultural and dynamic lighting businesses.

French startup has raised €13.5M in its second round of venture support.

Partnership extends SiLC’s manufacturing range, enables early sample shipments, and 2022 production ramp.

Silicon Valley startup says its 400G and 800G reference designs with integrated lasers will be available this summer.

Japanese technology giant to develop laser links for low-Earth orbit satellites.

IDTechEx analysis also predicts 24% compound market growth of XR optics industry through 2032.

Acquisition sees the French firm expand its presence in Sweden, and will add around €10M to annual revenues.