Novanta (NASDAQ:NOVT), Inc. (NASDAQ: NOVT) is a global technology company specializing in photonics and precision motion solutions for the medical and advanced technology markets. The company develops and manufactures highly engineered components and subsystems that enable critical functions in diagnostic imaging, surgical robotics, semiconductor lithography, machine vision, and life sciences. Novanta’s product portfolio includes laser beam steering systems, micro-optics, biomedical imaging platforms, precision motors, encoders, and motion controllers.
In its Photonics Solutions segment, Novanta provides OEM lasers, galvanometric scanners, fiber-coupled laser modules, micro-optical components, and optical assemblies for applications such as fluorescence microscopy, laser surgery, and semiconductor wafer inspection. Its Precision Motion segment delivers brushless motors, high-resolution encoders, motion control electronics, and integrated actuation subsystems for robotics, automated inspection systems, and laboratory automation. These offerings are complemented by in-house design capabilities, allowing Novanta to tailor solutions to meet stringent performance and reliability requirements.
Since its founding in 2005 as a spin-off from Advanced Photonix, Novanta has pursued a growth strategy characterized by strategic acquisitions and organic expansion. Over the years, the company has acquired specialist businesses in North America, Europe, and Asia, enhancing its technological breadth and geographic reach. Headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts, Novanta maintains a global footprint with engineering, manufacturing, and sales operations across the Americas, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region.
Led by President and Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey A. Graves, Novanta emphasizes continuous innovation and customer collaboration. The executive team includes seasoned professionals in engineering, operations, and finance, all focused on driving technological advances and operational excellence. Through sustained R&D investment and a customer-centric approach, Novanta aims to deliver high-value solutions that support critical applications in healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and scientific research.
