Spectrik Welcomes VTEC as a Shareholder: Strengthening Confidence in the Photonic Sensor for Gasses
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Eindhoven, 18 March 2025 – Spectrik is taking new steps in the further development of the photonic gas sensors for the agricultural sector, thanks to the partnership with VTEC Lasers and Sensors. This strategic partnership is the proof of trust in the supply chain partners and the confidence that the gas sensor for the livestock sector has the potential to positively impact the agricultural sector and beyond. With VTEC becoming a shareholder in Spectrik, it also shows confidence in each other that the gas sensor for the livestock sector is only the beginning.
VTEC brings years of expertise in both product development as well as laser and sensor technology, thereby supporting Spectrik to accelerate the development and scaling of advanced solutions in this technology area for the agriculture industry, and beyond. As CEO Jan Mink states: “We are thrilled to become even more involved inthe excellent progress of Spectrik of converting the ammonia gas sensor technology into applications that the world and especially the Netherlands is waiting for.”
Floris van Nyendaal, CTO & Co-founder of Spectrik states: “VTEC delivers in terms of high quality, fast iteration cycle, no nonsense engineering and applies an open collaboration culture. This is the right step forward to make big impact”. “We are grateful for VTEC’s confidence in Spectrik and its long term commitment towards us.”, states Rick Jongen, CEO & Co-founder of Spectrik.
Next Step
The next step? Preparing the commercial pilots to startfield tests at large scale, with prototypes designed for high volume production. The collaboration between Spectrik and VTEC is a milestone in the increased trust in integrated photonics, with both companies dedicated to creating meaningful technological advancements that address societal challenges.
About Spectrik
Spectrik was founded in 2023 in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, as part of HighTechXL’s deep-tech venture building program, and graduated in 2024 , to officially become an Investor-ready startup. Spectrik specializes in valorization of integrated photonics, with a primary focus on bringing a multi-gas sensor to the market for the livestock sector in order to contribute to solving the Nitrogen crisis. With this platform technology, tailored to a full solution for the livestock sector, Spectrik is preparing the development of more solutions with their technology as an application company.
About VTEC Lasers and Sensors
VTEC Lasers & Sensors, founded in 2011 in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, specializes in developing both ready made products and custom solutions in Photonics and the Internet of Things (IoT). This is for various industries, including telecommunications, smart buildings, green energy, and environmental monitoring. With a strong emphasis on innovation, the company integrates technologies such as sensors, machine learning, IoT and big data to create tailored systems that enhance comfort, efficiency, safety, health, and pleasure – to improve the quality of life.
About PhotonDelta
PhotonDelta is a non-profit organisation supporting an end-to-end value chain in the Netherlands for photonic chips that designs, develops, and manufactures innovative solutions that contribute to a better world. We do so by creating global awareness and promoting the benefits and potential of the Dutch and European photonic chip industry and its technologies.
PhotonDelta is committed to facilitating the growth of startups, the creation of new photonic chip applications, as well as the development of infrastructure and talent. Leveraging funding from the National Growth Fund, alongside strategic investments, we catalyse the acceleration of the photonic chip industry by stimulating industrialisation of PIC technology, and PIC-based application building, and forging connections with viable markets and stakeholders.
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