Leukos
Leukos is a world-leading company in the field of supercontinuum laser sources. Established in February 2006 as a start-up born from XLIM research institute, Leukos has rapidly gained recognition for its expertise in nonlinear optics and the development of compact supercontinuum lasers. With a strong focus on innovation, the company has been providing cutting-edge solutions to universities, research institutes, and industries globally.
The product portfolio of Leukos includes a range of high-quality supercontinuum lasers, ultrafast fiber lasers, microchip lasers, optical fibers, and accessories. These products cater to scientific and industrial applications, offering versatile solutions for imaging, metrology, particle analysis, remote sensing, and spectroscopy.
In addition to its technological advancements, Leukos has expanded its capabilities by acquiring Horus Laser, a French company specializing in sub-nanosecond microchip lasers. This strategic partnership has further strengthened Leukos' position in the market and broadened its product offerings.
Headquartered in Limoges, France, Leukos operates globally with a presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. The company's success is backed by a dedicated team of experts who are at the forefront of research and development, ensuring that Leukos remains at the cutting edge of the industry.
On 6 January 2025, the industrial tech company Exail, France, which provides systems to civil and defense clients operating in challenging environments, announced its acquisition of Leukos. Leukos will retain its product portfolio and branding, operating as a subsidiary of Exail moving forward.
Leukos takes pride in its commitment to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. By offering comprehensive solutions and exceptional support, the company aims to meet the diverse needs of its clients. Whether it's universities, research institutes, or industrial organizations, Leukos is dedicated to providing tailored solutions that drive innovation and enable breakthrough discoveries.
As a responsible company, Leukos adheres to legal standards and prioritizes the privacy of its customers. It complies with all necessary regulations and has implemented robust privacy policies to safeguard the data shared with the company.
About EXAIL:
Exail is itself the product of a 2022 merger led by France’s Gorgé Group to bring together iXblue, France, a solutions provider in navigation, photonics and maritime autonomy, with ECA, a Gorgé subsidiary focused on robotics, automation systems, simulation and industrial processes.
Today, Exail has more than 2,000 employees and a sizeable global footprint, with total revenue exceeding €320 million. The company has partnered with public and private entities in more than 80 countries to improve deep-sea exploration, space travel, unmanned demining systems and other applications designed for extreme conditions.
In March 2024, Exail entered into a €1.1 million (US$1.2 million) contract with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory to provide space-grade optical components for the laser-ranging interferometer of the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment-Continuity (GRACE-C) mission.
The company’s current photonics product portfolio includes lithium niobate electro-optic modulators, quantum and metrology instruments, and laser systems for various applications, including large high-power laser infrastructures and atom cooling and manipulation. Exail is one of the top 10 patent filers among mid-sized companies with France’s patent and trademark office (INPI).