Raytec Ltd, a global leader in LED lighting for security and safety critical applications, announces the acquisition of Atexor Oy, a Finnish specialist in portable ATEX and IECEx lighting.
This strategic acquisition broadens Raytec’s product portfolio and reinforces its commitment to delivering high performance lighting for any hazardous location.
“Atexor’s reputation for technical excellence and quality perfectly complements Raytec’s own commitment to innovation in illumination,” says David Lambert, Managing Director of Raytec Ltd. “Bringing Atexor into the Raytec family strengthens our market position and allows us to serve our customers with a broader portfolio of hazardous area lighting to suit any hazardous area requirement”.
Founded in 1983, Atexor Oy is a well-established manufacturer known for its robust, portable and temporary lighting systems designed for demanding hazardous area applications. Its products are trusted across industries including oil and gas, petrochemical and manufacturing.
The acquisition enables Raytec to expand its footprint in the EU and accelerate growth in the hazardous area lighting segment. Customers will benefit from the combined expertise, enhanced R&D capability and an expanded service and support network.
“The sale marks an important step for Atexor Oy, opening new opportunities for continued development under the new ownership. We look forward to building on our strong foundation and continuing to serve our customers with the same commitment and quality,” says Jukka Viitasalo, Managing Director of Atexor Oy.
Atexor Oy will continue to operate as an independent company and brand, ensuring continuity for existing customers and partners.
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About Raytec Ltd
Raytec is a world leader in LED lighting for security and safety critical applications. Based in the UK, Raytec designs and manufactures high-performance LED luminaires for hazardous area, security, transport and heavy industrial applications, with a focus on delivering best in class products to customers globally. Raytec is part of the OPTEX group of companies, a Japanese PLC founded in 1979.
About Atexor Oy
With sales offices near Helsinki, Finland and in the UK, and their manufacturing and engineering teams in Seinäjoki, Finland, Atexor Oy designs and manufactures portable and temporary ATEX/IECEx certified lighting solutions for hazardous environments. Its products are trusted worldwide for their durability, flexibility and adherence to the highest safety standards. The company was founded in 1983 and has over 40 years’ experience in explosion protected lighting systems.
