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Coherent
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Coherent

Coherent

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Coherent, Inc.: A global manufacturer of laser-based photonic products for diverse industries, based in Santa Clara, CA.

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Santa Clara, CA, US
Founded
1966
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Founded in Santa Clara, California, Coherent, Inc. is a global leader in the manufacturing of laser-based photonic products. The company's core mission is to innovate and provide high-quality photonic solutions that enhance manufacturing and instrumentation applications across various industries. Coherent's product portfolio includes advanced lasers and optical systems used in optical telecommunication, semiconductor manufacturing, inspection and testing, advanced packaging, and reprographics. The company primarily serves Fortune 500 customers in the electro-optical market.

Coherent has garnered significant attention and investment from notable figures and entities within the tech and manufacturing sectors. The company has achieved several key milestones, including pioneering advancements in laser technology and expanding its market reach globally. Coherent's impact is evident in its contributions to enhancing precision and efficiency in critical industrial processes, solidifying its reputation as a cornerstone in the photonics industry.

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Coherent - Quick Facts

Who are Coherent's competitors?

Companies similar to Coherent include Lumentum, IPG Photonics, Photonics Industries International and Nlight.

When was Coherent founded?

Coherent was founded in 1966.

Where is Coherent's headquarters located?

Coherent's headquarters is located in Santa Clara, CA, US.

How many employees does Coherent have?

Coherent has 4,875 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Coherent - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Manufacturing
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Model
  • Manufacturing
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Enterprise
  • Government
Main Product
  • Lasers
  • Photonics
Tags
  • Distribution
  • Hardware
Unique IDs
  • secCik: 0000820318
  • ticker: COHR
NAICS
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 335000Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
SIC
  • 3600Electronic And Other Electrical Equipment And Components, Except Computer
ISIC
  • 2651Manufacture of measuring, testing, navigating and control equipment
  • 5820Software publishing
Show 15 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 334500Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing
  • 334510Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing
  • 334516Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 334000Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 3820Laboratory Apparatus And Analytical, Optical, Measuring, And Control
  • 3826Laboratory Analytical Instruments
  • 3900Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries
  • 4000Railroad Transportation
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software