Radiant Zemax a provider of test and measurement and deign tool systems for the lighting, optics, and display industries based in Redmond, Washington USA, announced it has acquired UK-based Optima Research. Radiant Zemax says that both Optima Research clients and its existing Radiant Zemax partners can expect to benefit from the acquisition with expanded geographic support coverage times and increased local market support. Optima Research will reportedly continue to act as Europe’s local office for sales and support of Zemax 12 optical and illumination design software, and provide training in computer-based optical design methods. Radiant Zemax says that the acquisition allows it to provide enhanced services and support to its European clients and distribution partners. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Paul Caragher, CEO of Radiant Zemax stated, “This acquisition will accelerate client collaboration and product offerings throughout the EU. We are gaining strong talent and industry experience to enhance Radiant Zemax technology platforms. ” “Our acquisition formalizes and strengthens the long-standing business relationship between Optima Research and Radiant Zemax, ” said Neil Barrett, Managing Director of Optima Research. Radiant Zemax, LLC, was formed by the 2011 merger of Zemax Development Corporation and Radiant Imaging, is a global provider of test, measurement, and design tools and systems to the optics, illumination and display industries. Source: solidstatelighting. net
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