Gooch & Housego PLC

Gooch & Housego PLC is a global innovator and provider of advanced optical components and systems, specializing in acousto-optic, electro-optic, fiber optic, and precision optic technologies. Operating across the United Kingdom, North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific region, and other international territories, the company serves key markets including Aerospace & Defence, Life Sciences/Bio-photonics, and various Industrial sectors. Its comprehensive product offerings encompass a broad spectrum of items, from acousto-optic components like modulators and Q-switches, to crystal optics such as lithium niobate wafers, and electro-optic devices including Pockels cells. Additionally, the company delivers sophisticated fiber optic solutions, including DFB lasers, high-speed detectors, and specialized couplers. Gooch & Housego also produces a wide range of precision optical elements, such as beamsplitters, lenses, mirrors, and prisms, alongside advanced lens systems covering various wavelengths (e.g., broadband, IR). Furthermore, it develops integrated vision systems specifically designed for armored fighting vehicles, featuring embedded periscopes and advanced sighting technologies. These cutting-edge products are vital for industries like semiconductor and microelectronics, metrology, telecommunications, and scientific research, as well as for numerous mission-critical applications. Gooch & Housego plc was founded in 1948 and is based in Ilminster, United Kingdom.