Continuing its development in the United States, Sagem (Safran group), has finalized the acquisition of the company Optics 1, Inc., after receiving the necessary approvals from American authorities.
Optics 1 is specialized in opto-mechanics, electro-optics, and the design, production and integration of precision optical systems for the commercial and defense markets.
The acquisition, carried out through Sagem's Swiss subsidiary Vectronix AG, will enable Sagem to expand its business and develop a leadership position in the U.S. market, especially for defense applications. Sagem already operates in the U.S. optronics market via Vectronix, Inc*.
Vectronix AG is a leading developer of precision systems, handheld equipment and modules for observation, detection, positioning and targeting. Leveraging core competencies in electro-optics, laser rangefinding, and north-finding technologies, Vectronix provides solutions for commercial, defense and law enforcement applications. Based in Heerbrugg, Switzerland, Vectronix AG is a subsidiary of Sagem (Safran group) and operates in the United States through Vectronix, Inc. in Leesburg, Virginia.
Optics 1, specialized in optics, opto-mechanics and electro-optics, designs, develops and produces integrated systems and subsystems for the defense market in the United States and abroad. It also produces a range of commercial products for the medical, biotechnology and electronics industries. Optics 1 operations are based in Westlake Village, California and Manchester, New Hampshire.