# NEON Photonics Co.

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/neon-photonics-co

- Industry: Electronics
- Headquarters: Gwangju, South Korea
- Website: www.neonphotonics.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $2.2M
- Latest round: Series A (Sep 3, 2012)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

NEON Photonics Co., Ltd. specializes in developing advanced photonic technologies. Founded in 2009 in Gwangju, South Korea, the company has successfully completed 6 deals, with its most recent deal occurring on December 10, 2019. The latest funding round raised KRW 1.3bn from HB Investment, bringing the total amount raised to KRW10.9 bn. In April 2024, NEON Photonics Co., Ltd. discontinued its operations.Neon Photonics specializes in advanced photonic solutions that leverage cutting-edge technology to address the demands of high-capacity data transmission and processing. The company's core product offerings include high-performance optical transceivers and components designed for telecommunications, data centers, and cloud infrastructure. These products enable seamless communication over long distances with minimal signal loss, catering to the growing need for efficient bandwidth management in various applications. Neon Photonics targets a diverse client base, including major telecommunications providers, cloud service operators, and enterprises requiring robust data solutions. The geographical markets for these advanced photonic products extend across North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, allowing the company to fulfill the increasing global demand for reliable optical communication technologies.Neon Photonics generates revenue through direct sales of its photonic products to enterprise clients and telecommunications companies, primarily operating in a B2B model. The firm's revenue structure is based on individual transactions where customers purchase high-performance optical transceivers and components tailored to their specific operational needs. Transactions typically involve negotiated contracts that reflect the scale and customization of the solutions provided. The pricing strategy includes tiered pricing plans based on product specifications and volume, ensuring clients receive cost-effective solutions as they scale their infrastructure. Key products that contribute to revenue include flagship optical transceivers that are specifically engineered to enhance data transmission efficiency, addressing the high-performance requirements of modern digital communication systems.As of April 2024, NEON Photonics Co., Ltd. has discontinued its operations, affecting any potential future product launches or market expansions.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Sep 3, 2012, $2.2M — KB Investment, Korea Investment Partners, JB Investment

## Investors

- KB Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kb-investment) — Series A
- Korea Investment Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/korea-investment-partners) — Series A
- JB Investment (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jb-investment) — Series A