Bystronic Completes Acquisition of Coherent’s Tools for Materials Processing Business

Bystronic AG has completed the acquisition of the Tools for Materials Processing business unit from Coherent Corp., marking a significant step in the company’s strategy to expand into high growth technology markets, including semiconductor manufacturing and medical technology.

The acquired business will operate within Bystronic as the Bystronic Rofin business unit, continuing to leverage the established Rofin brand and its strong reputation in laser based materials processing. Headquartered in Gilching near Munich, Germany, the unit employs approximately four hundred specialists and generates annual revenues of around USD one hundred million.

"We warmly welcome all customers, partners, and colleagues of the company to our new Bystronic Rofin division," says Domenico Iacovelli, CEO of Bystronic. "We are integrating Rofin's successful and pioneering technology into our Bystronic product portfolio, thereby creating a broad range of applications for customers from various industries. Together, we will support our customers in optimizing and further developing their production so that they can remain at the forefront in increasingly competitive markets."

Strategic Expansion Beyond Core Markets

The acquisition broadens Bystronic’s technology portfolio beyond its traditional focus on sheet metal processing. It adds advanced laser solutions for micro material processing, marking, engraving and drilling across a wide range of materials, including metals, glass, polymers and ceramics.

These capabilities position Bystronic to address growing demand in precision driven industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, where laser processing plays an increasingly important role in component fabrication, and medical technology, where accuracy, reliability and process control are critical.

Strengthening Market Access And Customer Value

By integrating the materials processing tools business, Bystronic gains immediate access to new customer segments and end markets while strengthening its ability to offer end to end laser solutions. The company expects the expanded portfolio to create cross selling opportunities and support long term, sustainable growth.

Commenting on the completion of the transaction, Bystronic’s management stated that the acquisition is a strong strategic fit, combining complementary technologies, expertise and customer relationships. The integration is expected to enhance innovation capabilities and reinforce Bystronic’s position as a leading provider of advanced manufacturing solutions.

Portfolio Focus For Coherent

For Coherent Corp., the divestment forms part of a broader portfolio optimisation strategy, allowing the company to sharpen its focus on core photonics and semiconductor related growth areas while strengthening its financial flexibility.