Seed round for Kacentric Optics

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Lannion, France — April 27, 2026

Kacentric Secures €1.2 Million for Next-Generation Photonics Test & Measurement Equipment

Kacentric Optics today announced the closing of a €1.2 million seed funding round, comprising two-thirds equity from private investors and one-third debt financing through an innovation R&D loan from Bpifrance.

The company is developing next-generation test and measurement equipment for photonics, with first product introduction planned for mid-2027.

“Our objective is to raise the level of performance and usability in photonics test and measurement,” said Michiel van der Keur, founder and CEO of Kacentric Optics. “This milestone allows us to accelerate development and begin engaging more broadly with the industry.”

The photonics sector is evolving rapidly, driven by advances in photonic integrated circuits (PICs), spectroscopy, and quantum technologies. In this environment, test and measurement capabilities are essential to turning innovation into reliable, scalable systems.

With this funding, the company will expand its engineering team, strengthen its R&D efforts, and prepare for its first product introduction.

About Kacentric Optics

Kacentric Optics is a deep-tech company developing advanced test and measurement equipment for photonics, with a focus on performance, intuitive operation, and streamlined measurement data handling.

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