Focuslight Technologies, Inc.

Xi’an, China, September 2nd, 2024 – – Focuslight Technologies Inc. (Shanghai Stock Exchange: 688167), a global provider of high-power diode lasers and materials, laser optics and photonics modules and system solutions, today announces the successful acquisition of optical component assets from ams OSRAM AG. This marks another strategic move and milestone following Focuslight’s acquisitions of LIMO GmbH in 2017 and SUSS MicroOptics SA (now as Focuslight Switzerland SA) in January 2024, providing a strong foundation on its commitment to expanding its capabilities and footprint in the global photonics market. The acquired assets include the intellectual property, R&D, and production assets related to optical components from ams OSRAM’s facilities in Singapore and Switzerland. In line with this strategic expansion, Focuslight Singapore Pte. Ltd., a new subsidiary, has been established to oversee operations in Southeast Asia as part of Focuslight global operations system, focusing on high-volume manufacturing and rapid production cycles. Focuslight also plans a full integration of the acquired assets into its existing business structure. The company will reorganize and integrate certain assets into its Automotive Business Unit to strengthen its capabilities in serving global automotive customers. A Strategic Growth Division will be established to house the R&D teams and equipment related to consumer electronics, disposable medical solutions, and other emerging applications. All products associated with these assets will be unified under the Focuslight brand. Meanwhile, a Global Photonics Foundry Business Unit will be established serving as a global center for photonics industry process development and manufacturing services under the historic Heptagon brand, which was originally founded in 1993 and will now continue its legacy of innovation, quality, and high-volume manufacturing under Focuslight’s global operations, transforming its customer’s ideas and designs into industry-powering photonics solutions. ams OSRAM has distinguished itself as a world leader in the design and processing of wafer-level optics, wafer-level stacking, and wafer-level integration with its excellent design, development, and mass production and manufacturing capabilities of micro-optical devices. By integrating their optical component assets and know-hows, Focuslight will not only strengthen its presence in current markets but also deepen its reach into emerging markets. Such markets like consumer electronics, disposable medical solutions, automotive projection and lighting, have a strong demand for miniaturized, high-performance, and cost-effective optical solutions. The asset acquisition will also allow the company to provide process development and manufacturing services in Singapore and Southeast Asia, giving it a great growth potential in key markets and becoming a globally synergistic, one-stop product and service provider for R&D and engineering of micro- and nano-optics. “I feel thrilled as we officially completed the asset acquisition now. With the integration of the newly acquired assets, Focuslight is set to advance its product offerings and market reach, aligning with its core strategy of developing and providing innovative micro-optics solutions as a one-stop shop.” says Dr. Victor X. Liu, Chairman and CEO of Focuslight Technologies Inc., “The acquisition is an important driving force in our long-term strategy which propels us to optimize our global layout, bring our sustainable development capabilities and competitiveness to the next level, and add value to our global customers. The hard-to-get experience, team and location provide a unique opportunity to make us a legitimate player in high-volume automotive and consumer markets as well as in the global photonics foundry, thus achieve our global vision and business growth.” “I am also excited that we now bring back the Heptagon brand serving for our global photonics foundry business. Headquartered in Singapore and based in Southeast Asia, the foundry will be a global hub for photonics process development and manufacturing to the global photonics community, offering manufacturing facilities worldwide based on customer needs. Together, let’s restore the Heptagon spirit and glory!” states Dr. Liu.

Xi’an, China and Neuchâtel, Switzerland, January 16th, 2024 – Focuslight Technologies Inc. (Shanghai Stock Exchange: 688167), a global provider of high-power diode lasers and materials, laser optics and photonics modules and systems solutions, today announces the successful completion of its acquisition of SUSS MicroOptics SA, a distinguished Swiss micro-optics component manufacturer. This strategic move marks a significant step forward in Focuslight’s goal to be an industry leader in photon generation, photon control and photonics application solutions. SUSS MicroOptics SA will undergo full integration immediately, becoming a new Focuslight entity with all businesses and functions under the management of Focuslight’s current business units, operations and functional departments. SUSS MicroOptics SA’s fiber and semiconductor micro-optics business will be part of Focuslight’s Laser Optics Business Unit, while its automotive lighting business will be merged into Focuslight’s Automotive Business Unit. This transition will also entail the adoption of the new entity name Focuslight Switzerland SA and the consolidation of its entire product portfolio under the unified Focuslight brand. After the integration, Focuslight will keep growing its major business units: Diode Lasers and Materials, Laser Optics, Automotive Solutions, Pan-Semiconductor Solutions, and Medical & Health Solutions. It is a commitment from Focuslight to grow with SUSS MicroOptics SA’s existing facility and capacity, and make further investment significantly in R&D and manufacturing capital in Switzerland. There are also additional plans from Focuslight for further cost-reduction initiatives with measures focusing on manufacturing excellence, operation digitalization, and in-house process capability build-up. Mergers and acquisitions are not unfamiliar words to Focuslight. In 2017, Focuslight successfully acquired LIMO GmbH, a world-leading manufacturer of micro-optics and beam-shaping solutions based in Dortmund, Germany, and completed the brand unification in January 2022. The integration of LIMO effectively united engineering expertise and the advantages of shared resources and knowledge, positioning Focuslight as a global leader in micro-optics technology. SUSS MicroOptics SA, as one of the leading producers of precision refractive and diffractive micro-optics in the world, adopts photolithography and imprint technologies to produce high-quality micro-optics that are used in innovative photonic solutions in optical communication, semiconductor equipment, automotive lighting and life science. Focuslight and SUSS MicroOptics SA share the same gene of micro-optics, and yet each brings complementary technologies and products to the table. By joining forces, Focuslight will have a stronger product portfolio that addresses customer needs with optimal solutions. “I’m proud to witness the union of two top micro-optics technology leaders. The scale effect will not only enhance the confidence of the market but also enable us to provide one-stop solutions to customers as a world-leading micro-optics provider.” says Dr. Victor X. Liu, Chairman and CEO of Focuslight. “The two companies have co-shared market segments and mutually beneficial footholds in regional markets and global presence. With SUSS MicroOptics SA integrated, the new Focuslight will emerge as a bigger and stronger player in the photonics industry and serve our customers worldwide better. This transformation will even strengthen our leadership in micro-optics offerings, increase our creditability, and boost our competitiveness in the global market, especially for top-notch strategic customers.” “Focuslight is a strategic fit for SUSS MicroOptics SA. I’m very pleased to be part of this milestone moment. The joining of our capabilities will allow us to foster new innovations that enable new applications and new business opportunities in automotive, semiconductor equipment, optical communication, consumer electronics, etc. I look forward to this new chapter and am excited about the potential it holds for our future growth and success.” says Dr. Reinhard Völkel, Founder and CEO of SUSS MicroOptics SA. “The acquisition underscores Focuslight’s dedication to progress, excellence, and its mission to be the global trusted photonics solution provider. I believe that the merger will further strengthen Focuslight’s global operation capabilities and propel our business to a significant advancement. It sets the stage for an exciting future.” states Dr. Liu.