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G&H’s Laser Test Facility applies Laser Induced Damage Threshold (LIDT) testing to assess the robustness of optics against laser-induced changes.

G&H | ITL Advanced product development and manufacturing for aesthetic and dermatology platforms, supporting innovators from concept to scalable manufacture.

In harsh aerospace and defense environments there are no second chances. Mission-critical technology demands uncompromising precision, absolute reliability, and close partnerships with suppliers.

G&H’s expertise in laser optics, flexible production, and in-house crystal capability improves quality, product lifetime, and value for device manufacturers and OEMs.

G&H presents case studies showing how it supports innovators in medical devices, IVD, and scientific instruments from concept to manufacture.

Stratos Kehayas reflects on the experiences, people and passion for photonics that shaped his career and journey to G&H.

G&H hermetic photonics packaging supports mission-critical systems in subsea, airborne and space harsh environments, built for reliability and long life.

G&H highlights the achievements of its women engineers on International Women in Engineering Day (June 23, 2024).

EU GALAHAD (Glaucoma – Advanced, LAbel-free High resolution Automated OCT Diagnostics) was funded by the European Union through its Horizon 2020 programme.

Celebrate 75 years of G&H innovation, from its 1948 beginnings in Ilminster to a global photonics leader advancing optics, lasers and technology worldwide.

G&H offers an Engineering Apprenticeship programme combining hands-on experience in precision engineering, manufacturing, and advanced technologies with structured training.

The careers section describes opportunities at G&H.

Working at G&H requires drive, determination and a desire to overcome obstacles and get the job done through self-motivation and initiative to ensure future success.

G&H’s executive management team, led by the CEO, provides strategic and operational leadership.

An interview with Rowan Myall, Product Design Engineer at G&H Life Sciences discusses the life cycle of medical device design and development

G&H employs a global team of photonics experts specializing in crystal growth, fiber optics, coatings, testing, and systems integration.

G&H designs and manufactures photonics and optical systems, with over 75 years of experience.

With our continuous improvement in photonics movement, we aim to deliver expertise and excellence by every one of our staff, every day. Find out more here.

The page outlines G&H’s strategy, introduces the executive team, and provides financial reports and key company information.

G&H believe it is important for their employee values to align with their own over-arching vision of “Changing the World with Photonics”.

G&H is a global supplier of high-performance optical components and laser systems, offering both off-the-shelf and bespoke solutions.

Join G&H in Tampa during SOF Week 2026 for facility tours, live demos, and expert discussions on advanced optical systems for aerospace and defense.

G&H Ilminster combines over 75 years of optical engineering heritage with specialist acousto-optic, precision optics and photonics manufacturing.

G&H St Asaph designs integrated periscopes, sighting systems, driver vision solutions, and electro-optical technologies for armored fighting vehicles and defense applications.

G&H is a global photonics leader delivering acousto, electro, fiber, crystal, precision-optics and optical system solutions for aerospace, defense, telecom and medtech.

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G&H provides customer conditions of sale for US and UK facilities, global purchase terms, supplier quality requirements, and a Supplier Code of Conduct.

As a global leader in Photonics technologies, the organization recognizes that it has a responsibility to take a robust approach to slavery and human trafficking.

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