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Thorlabs has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire Columbia-based Cirtemo, allowing Thorlabs to add two 'unique' technologies to its portfolio

Microlight3D, a manufacturer of 3D microprinting systems, has bought French firm Smart Force Technologies to extend its product portfolio to include 2D microprinting

John Ambroseo has announced that he will retire as CEO of laser manufacturer Coherent by April 2021, after nearly 17 years in the position

The European Photonics Industry Consortium has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ethernet Alliance, to cooperate on the endorsement of standards and technology roadmaps

Europe's microtechnology sector is concerned that Brexit impacts such as investment delays and higher levels of bureaucracy could affect businesses

Photonics must become a ‘pervasive discipline at all levels of education and professional training’ to meet Europe’s challenges, a new report states

Innoviz’s new funding total now amounts to $214 million, with a second closing of this round expected in the coming months, while Ouster’s total amounts to $89 million

In a bid to ensure the UK will maintain its reputation as a ‘pioneering nation as it leaves the EU’, the UK Chancellor has allocated £200m to support Britain’s fastest-growing industries as they prepare for Brexit

Collaboration with other regions raises the competitiveness of the European photonics industry, says EPIC's Carlos Lee