Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Norcross, Georgia
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Since 2025
Lightera is an optical fiber and connectivity company headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, United States. It was founded in 2025 through the merger of Furukawa Electric Fiber and Cable, OFS, and Furukawa Electric LatAm, and is part of the Furukawa Electric Group. The company is privately held, with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and estimated revenue of $5 to $10 billion. It serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, medical, military and defense, and renewable energy sectors. In September 2026, it announced a major capital investment to expand submarine optical fiber manufacturing.
Lightera at a glance
Revenue
$5-10B
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
2025
Headquarters
Norcross, Georgia
Certifications
ISO 13485
Import activity
296
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Medical
Military & Defense
Renewable Energy
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
296
Named foreign suppliers
33
Top origins
China · Morocco · Brazil · India
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Lightera.
What this tells a buyer
Customs records show 296 shipments linked to Lightera, with origins spanning 15 countries, including China, Morocco, Brazil, India, and Japan.
Lightera's web-listed products include connectors, transmission products, assemblies, coatings, and glass, and it holds ISO 13485 certification.
Lightera announced a collaboration with Nokia in May 2026 to support optical LAN adoption in Europe, and it has facilities listed in Denmark, Mie (Japan), and Mexicali (Mexico).
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Operating
1 years in operation (founded 2025).
296 US import shipments on record.
Holds ISO 13485 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Lightera is an optical fiber and connectivity company headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, United States. It was founded in 2025 through the merger of Furukawa Electric Fiber and Cable, OFS, and Furukawa Electric LatAm, and is part of the Furukawa Electric Group. The company is privately held, with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and estimated revenue of $5 to $10 billion. It serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, medical, military and defense, and renewable energy sectors. In September 2026, it announced a major capital investment to expand submarine optical fiber manufacturing.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2025 |
Headquarters | Norcross, Georgia |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $5-10B (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 13485 |
What Lightera makes
Lightera's web-listed products include connectors, transmission products, assemblies, coatings, and glass, and it holds ISO 13485 certification.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Connector, Transmission, Assembly, Coating, Glass (source: lightera.com).
Certifications
Lightera is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 13485 — lightera.com
Trade and customs footprint
Customs records show 296 shipments linked to Lightera, with origins spanning 15 countries, including China, Morocco, Brazil, India, and Japan. US customs bill-of-lading records list 296 inbound shipments across 33 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Morocco · Brazil · India.
Latest developments
2026-10-30 — All content in the News category – Lightera (lightera.com)
2026-09-20 — Lightera Announces Major Capital Investment to Expand Submarine Optical Fiber Manufacturing – Lightera (lightera.com)
2026-09-11 — Lightera Expands VSFF Optical Connectivity Portfolio with SN®-MT Technology from SENKO Advanced Components – Lightera (lightera.com)
2026-08-13 — Lightera Announces Global Manufacturing Expansion to Support Growing AI Infrastructure Demand – Lightera (lightera.com)
2026-05-26 — Lightera and Nokia Announce Collaboration to Accelerate Optical LAN Adoption in Europe – Lightera (lightera.com)
2026-03-11 — Furukawa Electric and Lightera Announce New Optical Cable Manufacturing Plant in Mie and Full-Scale Production of Ultra-High Fiber Count Cables – Lightera (lightera.com)
Facilities
Lightera is headquartered in Norcross, Georgia. Public sources also reference these locations:
Denmark — lightera.com
Mie, Japan — lightera.com
Mexicali, Mexico — lightera.com
Company details
Lightera announced a collaboration with Nokia in May 2026 to support optical LAN adoption in Europe, and it has facilities listed in Denmark, Mie (Japan), and Mexicali (Mexico). Lightera was founded in 2025, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Norcross, Georgia. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Operating": 1 years in operation (founded 2025). 296 US import shipments on record. Holds ISO 13485 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Lightera make?
Lightera is an optical fiber and connectivity company headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, United States. It was founded in 2025 through the merger of Furukawa Electric Fiber and Cable, OFS, and Furukawa Electric LatAm, and is part of the Furukawa Electric Group. The company is privately held, with an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and estimated revenue of $5 to $10 billion. It serves automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, medical, military and defense, and renewable energy sectors. In September 2026, it announced a major capital investment to expand submarine optical fiber manufacturing.
Where is Lightera headquartered?
Lightera is headquartered in Norcross, Georgia.
When was Lightera founded?
Lightera was founded in 2025.
How big is Lightera?
Lightera has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $5-10B range (estimated).
What certifications does Lightera hold?
Lightera lists ISO 13485 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Lightera import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 296 inbound shipments for Lightera, with top origins including China · Morocco · Brazil · India.
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