STUART, FL, Mar 26, 2026 – VIGO Photonics, the U.S. subsidiary of VIGO Photonics S.A has acquired the assets of InfraRed Associates for USD 8.4 million, expanding its U.S. presence and infrared detector capabilities. The deal strengthens access to defense, industrial, medical, and scientific markets. InfraRed Associates brings expertise and customer relationships in the United States. The acquisition broadens VIGO Photonics’ product offering and supports faster service for customers across North America.
“This acquisition strengthens our position in the U.S. market and adds important capabilities to our business,” said Adam Piotrowski, CEO of VIGO Photonics. “It supports our long-term growth strategy and allows us to serve customers with greater proximity, flexibility, and technical depth.”
“The transaction, creates new opportunities for growth,” said Frederic Rothe, CEO of InfraRed Associates. “The combination allows us to leverage world-class R&D capabilities and significant manufacturing scale to provide our clients with cutting-edge solutions.”
The transaction also received support from the Foreign Expansion Fund managed by PFR TFI S.A. (part of Polish Development Fund Group), highlighting backing for the global expansion of Polish technology companies.
Source: VIGO Photonics
About VIGO Photonics
VIGO Photonics is a Poland-based manufacturer of infrared detection technologies and semiconductor photonic products. The company designs and produces mid-infrared detectors, detection modules, epitaxial wafers, and measurement equipment for sensing and monitoring applications. Its products operate in mid-wave and long-wave infrared ranges and support defense, industrial, medical, transport, environmental monitoring, and scientific uses. VIGO serves customers in industrial monitoring, automotive safety, aerospace, and research sectors. Its technologies have also been used in space-related projects, including Mars missions. The company was founded in 1987. Its headquarters are in Ożarów Mazowiecki, Poland. VIGO integrates research, design, and manufacturing to develop photonic components and systems. It works with research institutions and industry partners to advance infrared sensing technologies.