Thorlabs is a vertically integrated manufacturer of photonics products, including optical instruments, components, opto-mechanics, laser diodes, and systems for research, industrial, life sciences, medical, and defense applications. Founded in 1989, it serves scientific institutions and industry with over 25,000 catalog items from its global manufacturing facilities. The company holds a leading position in the photonics market, with headquarters in the US and key sites like Bergkirchen, Germany.