Chemicals giant files complaint in Oregon court accusing companies of infringing patent awarded earlier this year.

Solarbuzz analyst says that high electricity consumption and limited space will see high-efficiency modules dominate market.

Gobal consumption of fiber-optic sensors will grow by 20% p.a. hitting $3.4 bn in 2016, says analyst ElectroniCast.

Oregon-based laser system vendor Electro Scientific Industries buys the French company in an all-cash deal.

Value of leading infrared laser optics manufacturer slips 15% on weaker-than-expected guidance for the forthcoming year.

Apple opposes Kodak’s plan to auction off more than 1000 patents relating to digital image capture, transmission and processing.

German photonics company sees strong growth potential in south American economies.

Former CEO Michael Woodford to receive pay-off as the Japanese optics giant announces plans to lay off 2700 workers.

Organic PV company demonstrates that $200 million and a Nobel prize are no guarantee of commercial success.

Chinese renewable energy company to acquire the industry-leading thin-film PV unit belonging to embattled Q-Cells.

German start-up spun out of Laser Zentrum Hannover signs agreement with US-based Strem Chemicals.

Optical component and module maker insists that its pending acquisition by Oclaro represents better deal for shareholders.