Hamamatsu Photonics' strategic acquisition of NKT Photonics
Hamamatsu Photonics' strategic acquisition of NKT Photonics
HPEU Corporate Newsletter | September 2024
HPEU Corporate Newsletter | September 2024
From left to right: Alberto Verga, Managing Director, Hamamatsu Photonics Italia, Marco Mayer, Strategic Business Development Manager, Hamamatsu Europe, Mats Hede, Managing Director, Hamamatsu Photonics Norden, Earl Hergert, President, Hamamatsu Corporation, Tim Stokes, Managing Director, Hamamatsu Photonics UK, Max Skoglund, Managing Director, Hamamatsu Photonics Europe, Hubert Ortner, Strategic Business Development Manager, Hamamatsu Europe, Tadashi Maruno, Representative Director and President, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., Basil Garabet, President & CEO of NKT Photonics, Kim Per Hansen, COO, NKT Photonics, Laura Pagano, VP of Sales, Hamamatsu Corporation, Naofumi Toriyama, Managing Executive Officer - Division Director, Business Headquarters, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., Fumio Iwase, Executive Officer - Chief of BPR General Headquarters / Division Director, Systems Division, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., Akiyoshi Mabuchi, General Manager Corporate Strategy Office / Business Planning System Division, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., Reinhold Guth, Managing Director, Hamamatsu Photonics Deutschland, Miles Nakamura, General Manager Business Promotion Electron Tube Division / Laser Promotion Division, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., Norihiro Fukuchi, Deputy Manager, Business Promotion of Laser Promotion Division, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., Marc Pontoizeau, Managing Director, Hamamatsu Photonics France
In a move to advance our technological capabilities and market presence, we proudly announce the successful acquisition of NKT Photonics in June 2024. This acquisition represents a strategic integration of two leaders in the industry, each bringing unique and complementary strengths to the table.
Established in Denmark by scientists and engineers, NKT Photonics is built on a foundation of passion for crystal fibers. As the world's premier supplier of high-performance fiber lasers and photonic crystal fibers, NKT Photonics aims to continually innovate and expand the possibilities of photonic crystal fiber and laser technology. Their products are critical for applications ranging from bio-imaging to semiconductor metrology.
This acquisition arrives at a strategic time, following the establishment of Hamamatsu's Laser Product Division less than a decade ago. By integrating NKT’s unique fiber laser technology with Hamamatsu’s renowned photodetectors and light sources, we complete our technological capabilities. This combination will drive innovation in product development and customer solutions, enhancing the capabilities of both companies.
The acquisition aims to accelerate advancements in quantum computing, semiconductor manufacturing, and hyperspectral imaging, providing tailored solutions that meet the complex needs of these high-growth markets (read the article). Together, Hamamatsu and NKT will deliver innovative system solutions that promise to shape the future of photonics technology.
“We are thrilled to welcome NKT Photonics into the Hamamatsu family. This acquisition marks a key milestone for our company. By combining our strengths, we are positioned to drive innovation to meet the needs of our customers and push the boundaries of what is possible." Max Skoglund, Managing Director, Hamamatsu Photonics Europe.
In a move to advance our technological capabilities and market presence, we proudly announce the successful acquisition of NKT Photonics in June 2024. This acquisition represents a strategic integration of two leaders in the industry, each bringing unique and complementary strengths to the table.
Established in Denmark by scientists and engineers, NKT Photonics is built on a foundation of passion for crystal fibers. As the world's premier supplier of high-performance fiber lasers and photonic crystal fibers, NKT Photonics aims to continually innovate and expand the possibilities of photonic crystal fiber and laser technology. Their products are critical for applications ranging from bio-imaging to semiconductor metrology.
This acquisition arrives at a strategic time, following the establishment of Hamamatsu's Laser Product Division less than a decade ago. By integrating NKT’s unique fiber laser technology with Hamamatsu’s renowned photodetectors and light sources, we complete our technological capabilities. This combination will drive innovation in product development and customer solutions, enhancing the capabilities of both companies.
The acquisition aims to accelerate advancements in quantum computing, semiconductor manufacturing, and hyperspectral imaging, providing tailored solutions that meet the complex needs of these high-growth markets (read the article). Together, Hamamatsu and NKT will deliver innovative system solutions that promise to shape the future of photonics technology.
“We are thrilled to welcome NKT Photonics into the Hamamatsu family. This acquisition marks a key milestone for our company. By combining our strengths, we are positioned to drive innovation to meet the needs of our customers and push the boundaries of what is possible." Max Skoglund, Managing Director, Hamamatsu Photonics Europe.