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A leading provider of blown fiber has announced a major acquisition.
By: Brad Randall, Broadband Communities
Emtelle, which operates manufacturing facilities that produce blown fiber cables in the U.S., Germany, Denmark, the U.A.E., and the U.K., has announced the acquisition of Ridgemont Technologies, a U.K. firm that manufactures fiber-optic connectors and sub systems.
The acquisition “sets the stage for the introduction of next generation connectivity solutions,” according to Emtelle’s announcement about the acquisition.
“Ridgemount’s expertise in fiber-optic connectors complements Emtelle’s mission to provide comprehensive, state-of-the-art cabling and ducted solutions,” said Tony Rogers, Emtelle’s CEO. “Together, we will set new industry standards and continue our shared legacy of innovation.”
Ridgemount’s products serve applications in telecom, defense, broadcast, and industrial markets, according to a summary of the company’s operations.
The strategic acquisition of Ridgemount “is poised to enhance manufacturing efficiencies and product offerings,” Emtelle’s announcement stated.
“Ridgemount will continue to lead in the development of fiber-optic connectors, setting new standards for optical performance and manufacturing efficiency,” the announcement stated. “Integration of Emtelle’s innovative FibreFast bundle and associated products with Ridgemount’s expertise promises a comprehensive suite of exceptional solutions for customers worldwide.”
The partnership between the two companies will both accelerate research and development for defense applications and FTTx deployment, according to Emtelle’s announcement.
“I am enthused by the acquisition of Ridgemount by Emtelle, the sheer possibility to further scale up a rapidly growing business and to develop the next generation of optical fiber connectors will provide significant opportunities for our customers, suppliers and staff alike,” said Chris Peters, the managing director of Ridgemount. “This is an exciting opportunity to secure the future of Ridgemount and to grow the business to become a major player in optical fiber interconnect technology.”
Investment in the partnership will be prioritized in automation and capacity expansion, according to Emtelle’s March 25 release.
