Oxford Instruments acquires First Light Imaging

Oxford Instruments has acquired First Light Imaging, a specialist in scientific cameras

Oxford Instruments acquires First Light Imaging

Based near Aix-en-Provence, France, and founded in 2011, First Light specialises in the design and manufacture of high-speed, low-noise scientific cameras for infrared and visible imaging, with applications in astronomy and life sciences. It will become part of Oxford Instruments Andor (“Andor”), with a common global customer base spanning leading academic institutions and commercial companies. Its cameras are highly complementary to Andor’s existing scientific camera portfolio, with the acquisition providing opportunities to enhance both companies’ offerings and to expand into adjacent markets.

Under the terms of the acquisition, Oxford Instruments is paying an initial cash consideration of €15.7m, on a cash-free, debt-free basis, with a further €3m cash consideration conditional on First Light’s trading performance over a 12-month period following completion. First Light’s estimated revenue for the 12 months to 31 December 2023 is €8.0m (£7.0m), with return on sales below the average for the Group.

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