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ZEISS Group
ZEISS is an internationally leading technology company operating in the optics and optoelectronics industries. ZEISS is shaping technological progress and through its solutions is extending the horizon of the world of optics and associated areas.
ZEISS develops, produces and distributes highly innovative solutions for industrial metrology and quality assurance, microscopy solutions for the life sciences and materials research, as well as medical technology solutions for diagnostics and treatment in ophthalmology and microsurgery. The name ZEISS is also synonymous with the world's leading lithography optics which are used by the chip industry to manufacture semiconductor components. There is global demand for trendsetting ZEISS brand products such as eyeglass lenses, camera lenses and binoculars. ZEISS consists of four segments: Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets.
With a portfolio aligned with future growth areas like digitalization, healthcare and Industry 4.0 as well as a strong brand, ZEISS is shaping technological progress and, through its solutions, is extending the horizon of the world of optics and associated areas. The company's significant, sustainable investments in research and development lay the foundation for the success and continued expansion of ZEISS' technology and market leadership.
The ZEISS Group emerged from a workshop for precision mechanics and optics which was established by company founder Carl Zeiss in the east German city of Jena in 1846. Today, the Group's headquarters are located in Oberkochen in the German state of Baden-Württemberg.
The Carl Zeiss Foundation, one of Germany’s largest foundations committed to the promotion of science, is the sole owner of the holding company, Carl Zeiss AG.
Branche |
Optics and optoelectronics industry |
Segments |
Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology |
Headquarters |
Oberkochen, Germany |
Executive Board |
Dr. Karl Lamprecht (CEO) |
Fiscal year |
1.10. to 30.9. |
1 Not identical to the Carl Zeiss Meditec Group
Segments of the ZEISS Group

Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology
- Semiconductor Manufacturing Optics
- Semiconductor Mask Solutions
- Process Control Solutions

Industrial Quality & Research
- Industrial Quality Solutions
- Research Microscopy Solutions

Medical Technology
- Ophthalmic Devices
- Microsurgery

Consumer Markets
- Vision Care
- Consumer Products
Worldwide representation



ZEISS Southeast Asia
With a view to get closer to its customers in the Southeast Asian region, ZEISS established its first office in the region in 1984 in Singapore. Over the years, direct sales and service operations expanded to Malaysia, Thailand and Philippines; also with representative offices in Vietnam and Indonesia. This is further supplemented by a network of reliable business partners spread across the region.
With a quest for excellence and a commitment for continued improvement in the service to customers, ZEISS is confident of being the choice partner for the customers it serves in the region.