Lab14 welcomes Nanoscribe as a new subsidiary
Heidelberg, November 19, 2024 – Lab14 Group is pleased to announce the acquisition of Nanoscribe, a leading provider of high-precision 3D microfabrication technologies. This strategic addition further strengthens the Group’s position as a global innovator in micro- and nanotechnology.
Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, Nanoscribe is a pioneer in Two-Photon Polymerization (2PP) technology. With over 15 years of expertise, the company has built a solid reputation in the field of 3D printing, serving renowned customers from the academic and industrial sectors worldwide. The team of over 100 qualified employees operates from locations in Germany, China and the United States, bringing technological excellence, entrepreneurial stability and innovative strength to the Lab14 Group.
Strengthening expertise in high-precision 3D printing
The acquisition represents a major milestone for Lab14, complementing the Group’s existing portfolio and advancing its commitment to innovation. Together with Multiphoton Optics, one of Lab14’s current subsidiaries, Nanoscribe enhances the capabilities in high-precision 3D printing technologies. This alignment enables the Group to further explore opportunities in microfabrication and better serve industries such as micro-optics, biomedical engineering and photonics.
Martin Wynaendts van Resandt, CEO of Lab14, commented:
“With Nanoscribe we not only gain a globally recognized company, but also a team that shares our values and ideally complements our strategic goals. The addition of Nanoscribe to the Lab14 family strengthens our expertise in 3D printing and opens up new opportunities for all companies in the group. We are now even better positioned to advance our goals together.”
Martin Hermatschweiler, CEO of Nanoscribe, added:
“We are honored to become part of the Lab14 Group, expand the technology footprint and to be able to jointly exploit the many synergies available to us within the Group. This strategic advantage puts us in a strong competitive position in academic as well as industrial markets, with the aim to serve the Group’s customers even better.”
A Shared Vision for the Future
With its proven track record in research and innovation, Nanoscribe brings valuable expertise and industry partnerships to Lab14. Together, the companies will explore new possibilities in microfabrication, fostering innovation and growth across multiple sectors. Lab14 welcomes Nanoscribe to its corporate family and is excited about the opportunities that lie ahead.
About Lab14
Lab14 is a global leader in micro- and nanotechnology, delivering advanced manufacturing solutions. As a Group of successful high-tech companies, Lab14 offers complementary products and services for a wide range of applications that demand innovative solutions in nano- and microfabrication, as well as surface analysis.
The Group not only drives the growth of its individual companies but also fosters synergies between them, creating a competitive and technological edge in the industry.
Lab14 is also a subsidiary of RSBG SE and wholly owned by the RAG Foundation, which funds the perpetual obligations left by Germany’s hard coal mining industry while supporting initiatives in education, science, and culture.
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