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General Atomics Acquires Synopta GmbH

Complex EO Instrumentation for Space and Ground Applications

On 14 June, General Atomics announced acquisition of Synopta GmbH, a leader in development and production of complex opto-electronic instrumentation for space and terrestrial applications.

Synopta’s pioneering expertise and innovative developments in communication, beam control, pointing assemblies, and stationary and transportable optical ground systems will supplement the diverse portfolio of laser communications, sensors, and ground systems which enable delivery of dependable solutions to government and other customers,” stated Scott Forney, President of General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems Group. “Synopta will continue to serve its European customer base but will expand now also to customers in the United States and other countries, while contributing to GA’s systems and strategic objectives. Under its new name, General Atomics Synopta GmbH, the company will form a technical center of excellence within the General Atomics group of companies.”

While continuing to operate in the Canton of St. Gallen as a Swiss company, we now have the opportunity to demonstrate the potential of true transatlantic co-operation in the hi-tech field,” added Jens Kunde, General Manager of GA Synopta.

Founded in 2004 in Eggersriet, Switzerland, Synopta develops opto-electronic instrumentation and provides strategic and technical consultancy services. Synopta’s customers include a wide range of European organisations, national agencies, and international corporations active in the fields of defense, space, and capital goods.

Among Synopta’s specialisations is a range of coarse and fine beam pointing assemblies, used in laser communications and other critical applications. (Image: Synopta GmbH)

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06/15/2021

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