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May 11, 2026

Thierry Georges on M&A as a Growth Engine for European Photonics

Thierry Georges, Founder & President of Oxxius, published his latest editorial in the EPIC Spotlight – Photonics Business News, following the EPIC SUMMIT in Juan-les-Pins.

His central message: M&A is becoming the real growth engine for European photonics. In a fragmented industry, consolidation through mergers, acquisitions and strategic partnerships is emerging as the key lever for scaling innovation.

The latest edition covers major moves across the industry (from AI infrastructure and quantum technologies to defense systems) with notable transactions including Exosens/Emberion, Marvell/Polariton, and AMS Technologies/Bay Photonics.

Read the full editorial in the EPIC Spotlight – Photonics Business News.

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