Press Release, 5 February 2026
HORIBA India has completed the strategic acquisition of Pristine Deeptech Private Limited, a Gujarat-based research firm focused on lab-grown diamond technologies, strengthening its research and development footprint in the country. The acquisition, effective January 14, 2026, makes Pristine Deeptech a wholly owned HORIBA subsidiary and reflects HORIBA’s intent to accelerate innovation in advanced materials and semiconductor applications in India. Lab-grown diamond is valued for its exceptional thermal conductivity and dielectric strength properties that can significantly benefit next-generation power semiconductors, quantum sensors, and high-performance electronic components.
By combining HORIBA’s long-standing expertise in analytical and measurement technologies with Pristine Deeptech’s deep understanding of diamond research and vacuum systems, the company plans to establish a dedicated R&D hub in India focused on creating new products and solutions for materials science and semiconductor markets. HORIBA’s vision for this move includes developing diamond-based components such as sensors, supporting both integration into HORIBA’s own product lines and creating opportunities for standalone commercialization. The acquisition also aligns with HORIBA’s broader global strategy to build localized innovation centers that can directly support regional industry needs while contributing to the company’s global technology roadmap.
HORIBA has maintained a presence in R&D internationally for decades, but this latest investment positions India as a key hub for advancing research into high-value materials that have transformative potential across multiple high-tech sectors including electric vehicles, semiconductor manufacturing, quantum devices, and advanced communications technologies. The move underscores the growing importance of localized innovation ecosystems and highlights how global firms are leveraging regional strengths to stay competitive in cutting-edge research and product development.
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