Syntec Optics: the precision optics behind space, defense and AI
Satellites, defense systems and AI data centres all depend on high-precision optics. Syntec Optics makes them in Rochester, New York, and its orders and revenue are growing.
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Introduction and about the company
Syntec Optics Holdings designs and manufactures high-precision optical components for demanding uses: defense sensing, satellite systems, laser communications, AI data centres and medical diagnostics. It is based in Rochester, New York, with about 180 employees.
Space is the fastest-moving part of the business. Syntec makes optics for low-Earth-orbit satellites, space sensing and optical communications, and it supplies components for NASA’s Artemis III moon mission.
The numbers are following. Second-quarter 2026 net sales rose 26% to US$8.27 million, and the company returned to a quarterly profit.
Space
Satellite optics, sensing and laser links.
Defense
Infrared, guidance and display optics.
AI infrastructure
Optics for AI data-centre connectivity.
Life sciences
Optics for medical diagnostics.
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Management team
Al Kapoor
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Dean Rudy
Chief Financial Officer, Secretary and Director
Steven Polvinen
Vice President of Sales and General Manager
James Olson
Vice President of Advanced Optics Systems
Board of directors
Al Kapoor
Chairman
Dean Rudy
Director
Albert Manzone
Independent Director
Brent Rosenthal
Independent Director
Walter Bishop
Independent Director
Source: company disclosures.
Key investment highlights
Reconnaissance orders up about 25%
Announced 2 November 2026, building on an existing advanced space reconnaissance programme.
Read the releaseLaser-optics output doubling
On 26 October Syntec said it is doubling production of commercial satellite laser optics to meet demand.
Company releasesMoon-mission production orders
On 5 October Syntec announced production orders for NASA’s Artemis III, extending its space portfolio to moon missions.
Company releasesRecord second quarter
Q2 2026 net sales rose 26% to US$8.27M, with a return to quarterly profit.
Form 10-QQuarterly net sales (US$ millions)
Financial snapshot (US$)
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Q2 2026 net sales (+26%) | $8.27M |
| Q2 gross profit | $2.14M |
| Q2 net income (loss a year earlier) | $0.26M |
| Cash at 30 June 2026 | $14.05M |
| Bank line of credit | Repaid |
Recent milestones
New space product line
Optics for orbital collision avoidance.
Record Q2
Net sales up 26%.
Artemis III
Production orders.
Satellite optics
Production doubling.
Orders up ~25%
Space reconnaissance.
What looks encouraging
- Q2 revenue up 26%
- Return to quarterly profit
- US$14.05M cash, bank line repaid
- Growing exposure to space and AI
Risks and questions to check
- Can margins hold as volume grows?
- How fast do orders turn into revenue?
- Customer concentration and programme timing
- Share dilution and resale registrations
Related public companies in photonics
| Company | Ticker | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| LightPath Technologies | NASDAQ: LPTH | Optics and infrared imaging for defense and commercial uses |
| Coherent Corp. | NYSE: COHR | Diversified photonics: optical communications, lasers and industrial technology |
| Lumentum Holdings | NASDAQ: LITE | Optical and photonic products for AI infrastructure and cloud |
| Applied Optoelectronics | NASDAQ: AAOI | Optical networking for AI data centres and broadband |
Included for industry context only. These companies are not sponsors and do not have comparable valuations or prospects. Figures are company-reported, from Syntec’s Form 10-Q and releases.
Press releases
Latest news (live)
Contact information
| Company | Syntec Optics Holdings, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Website | syntecoptics.com |
| Investor relations | Paul Opela, Controller |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | (585) 768-2513 |
| Headquarters | Rochester, New York |
| Listing | Nasdaq: OPTX |
Investor relations
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Last updated: 11 November 2026