News: Optoelectronics
22 May 2025
NUBURU reveals TEKNE as targeted defense-tech acquisition
NUBURU Inc of Centennial, CO, USA — which was founded in 2015 and develops and manufactures high-power industrial blue lasers — has revealed TEKNE S.p.A. of Milan, Italy (a provider of integrated electronic warfare and cyber capabilities in military vehicles) as its targeted acquisition, as part of its overall plan to create a unique defense & security hub.
NUBURU is still awaiting approval from the Italian government under the ‘golden power’ regulations, which oversee foreign investments in critical sectors aligned with national security interests. Completion of the acquisition is also subject to the necessary regulatory and stockholders approval.
With annual revenue of $50m and a R&D team of 70 engineers and technicians, TEKNE has expertise in telecoms, electronic and cyber warfare, along with vehicle protection systems. As a pioneer in jammer technology, TEKNE has supplied systems up to 8GHz and is currently developing solutions for satellite systems.
TEKNE also has an established, diverse, global client base, including key national organizations such ministers, government agencies and other public sector entities, highlighting its role in the defense sector. Furthermore, in 2024 TEKNE entered into a strategic partnership with US Flyer Defense, a provider of tactical ground mobility solutions in the USA. Together, they are set to produce a high-mobility vehicle designed for rapid deployment across a diverse landscape of military operations. Engineered for versatility in military missions, this lightweight tactical vehicle will enhance the capabilities of the Italian Armed Forces and other NATO allies, fostering an environment of interoperability and readiness. On the other side, TEKNE already has commercial and support operations in the USA. The firm plans to further expand its presence in the US market, including the establishment of a technology laboratory focused on serving the specific needs of American customers.
TEKNE’s portfolio also includes specialized vehicles designed for various applications, such as the Graelion 4x4 multi-purpose vehicle and the Shield armored vehicle tailored for personnel transport. Additionally, the firm is established in the field of cyber electromagnetic activities (CEMA), a modern approach to electronic warfare that integrates cyber capabilities.
“Our targeted acquisition of TEKNE exemplifies our commitment to expanding within the vital defense sector while enhancing our capabilities to address complex security challenges,” says NUBURU’s executive chairman Alessandro Zamboni. “By integrating TEKNE’s advanced solutions with our blue laser innovations and niche solutions in the operational resilience space, we are poised to deliver cutting-edge products that meet the ever-evolving needs within the $500bn defense industry and the emerging regulatory requirements in the security market,” he reckons.
NUBURU believes that, by leveraging the existing TEKNE robust order backlog totaling $309m and the potential synergies with ‘platform as a service’ business models, it is well positioned to ensure operational efficiencies and accelerate its growth in critical industries.
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