Expansion continues at photonic device manufacturer!

Optoscribe Ltd has announced the release of its 3rd generation ultra-high-speed 3D photonic component manufacturing system and the expansion of its cleanroom within its state-of-the-art facility in Livingston(GB).

L-R : Steve McMahon, Chief Commercial Officer; Nick Psaila, Chief Executive Officer; Mark Hesketh, Chief Operating Officer; David Jolliffe, Chief Financial Officer

The company has also increased its headcount by 50% over the past 18 months, having recruited key skills in areas including photonic engineering, product development, and manufacturing.

Nick Psaila CEO said: “Following our last investment round in September 2018, I am delighted to see the continued improvements of our 3D laser inscription technology.

“This significant milestone represents the completion of a commitment we made to our investors and our customers to further expand our capability to support increased production volumes going forward. This progress is particularly timely with our ever-increasing levels of commercial engagement in datacentre photonics and other markets.”

Optoscribe’s new proprietary 3rd generation laser inscription system delivers 20 times faster throughput than the previous generations, while maintaining the high precision levels required for single-mode components, representing a significant advancement of the company’s capabilities.

Associated with the expansion of its manufacturing capacity the company has also doubled its Class 1,000 and 10,000 cleanroom areas and installed additional high-speed automated optical device testers.

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Photonics company appoints sales & marketing director.

Optoscribe has appointed Steve McMahon as its new Sales and Marketing Director.

Steve McMahon

Steve has established a track record of working with start-ups and turning them into successful multi-million pound companies. Over 25 years, Steve has held senior commercial roles in several international companies from Britain and North America.

Nick Psaila, CEO, said: “We are pleased to have Steve join us here at Optoscribe. The wealth of his expertise and knowledge will add significant value as we rapidly expand the team and operations from our new headquarter.”

Steve is a Chartered Engineer with a First in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, an MBA and an MSc in Digital Techniques.

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