Osram Licht AG, headquartered in Munich, Germany, is a global technology company specializing in lighting solutions and opto-semiconductor products. Founded in 1919 through a joint venture between Siemens & Halske and AEG, Osram has evolved from a traditional lamp manufacturer into a diversified provider of advanced lighting systems. Over its century-long history, the company has pioneered innovations in incandescent, halogen, compact fluorescent and LED technologies, continually adapting to changing market demands and environmental standards.
Today, Osram offers a comprehensive portfolio that spans automotive lighting, general illumination and specialty applications. Its automotive segment delivers high-performance headlights, interior ambient lighting and electronic control units for leading vehicle manufacturers. The general illumination unit provides energy-efficient LED fixtures and systems for residential, commercial and industrial environments, while the specialty division develops lighting solutions for medical diagnostics, entertainment, horticulture and ultraviolet-based disinfection.
Operating in more than 120 countries, Osram supports customers with regional sales teams and manufacturing facilities across Europe, North America and Asia. The company’s opto-semiconductor arm produces infrared light-emitting diodes, laser diodes and photodetectors used in consumer electronics, industrial automation and healthcare applications. Osram Digital Systems extends its capabilities by offering smart lighting controls and Internet of Things platforms that enable predictive maintenance, energy management and building automation.
Osram’s governance follows a two-tier structure comprising a Board of Management led by the Chief Executive Officer and a Supervisory Board providing oversight. The executive leadership team includes heads of research and development, operations, finance and global sales, who collaborate to drive the company’s strategic priorities. In recent years, Osram has focused on strengthening its photonics expertise, advancing sustainability goals and pursuing targeted acquisitions to reinforce its position in the smart lighting and sensor markets.
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