New Age Instruments & Materials

What New Age Instruments & Materials does

New Age Instruments & Materials is a Gurgaon, Haryana-headquartered scientific instrumentation company founded in 1999 by Tapan Sharda and Sameer Sharda. The company operates a dual business model: indigenous development of photonic, spectroscopic, laser, and quantum instrumentation products, paired with India distribution for over 25 international principals including Hamamatsu, Zygo, Avantes, NKT Photonics, Anritsu, Ophir, and HORIBA. Its proprietary portfolio spans the UV-Blaster disinfection system co-developed with DRDO (2020), Hawk Raman spectroscopy system, Era SM spectroscopy module, High Power Laser Beam Analyzer, TL/OSL radiation reader, and a Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) system launched in 2024.

The company serves an Indian government research laboratory customer base—DRDO, ISRO, CSIR, DAE, and NPL—alongside industrial customers in healthcare, aerospace, and metrology. Its go-to-market combines direct sales of custom-engineered indigenous solutions (project-based pricing with custom systems in the multi-lakh INR range) with imported principal products, supported by pan-India branch offices in Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Navi Mumbai established in 2013 and an R&D facility in Haryana expanded to 10,000 sq ft in 2024. The company is privately held, founder-owned, with no disclosed external funding and holds DSIR certification (obtained 2015) and NABL accreditation.

Underlying technology centers on applied photonics, spectroscopy, quantum optics, and embedded signal processing using DSPs and FPGAs, with a team of approximately 50 technocrats holding PhD, MSc, and MTech credentials anchored by veteran R&D scientist Dr. Gyaneshwar Dutt. The product roadmap demonstrates a deliberate move up the technology stack from distribution-led revenues toward higher-margin indigenous IP in quantum, defense, and radiation instrumentation segments.

Name

New Age Instruments & Materials

Legal name

New Age Instruments and Materials Private Limited

Website

https://newagein.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

New Age Instruments & Materials, founded in 1999 in Gurgaon, India, develops indigenous photonic, spectroscopic, laser, and quantum instrumentation while distributing 25+ international principals to government research labs and industrial customers in defense, healthcare, and metrology.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Scientific Instrumentation

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451), Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing (334517)

SIC

Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

Mass Spectrometry & Spectroscopy Instruments (HLAGAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Microscopy, Imaging & Flow Cytometry Instruments (HLAGAIAE), Optoelectronics & Photonics (LED/Laser/Optical ICs) (HDAHAAAH), Radiation Detection Instruments & Systems (Portal monitors, spectrometers, contamination monitors) (EUAKAIAK)

Keywords

• Scientific instrumentation
• Photonics equipment
• Spectroscopy instruments
• Laser diagnostics
• Optical components

Headquarters

HQ city

Gurugram

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Scientific Instrumentation Products: Sale of scientific instruments and photonic products including spectroscopy modules, laser diagnostics, Raman systems, and optomechanics components to government research labs and industry.
2. Indigenous Products: Proprietary in-house developed products including Hawk Raman System, ERA SM Spectroscopy Module, High Power Laser Beam Analyzer, QKD System, UV-Blaster Series — sold directly to end customers.
3. Customized Solutions for Scientific Research: Customized and bespoke solutions for specific customer requirements, including laser interferometer accessories and encoded rail systems for scientific research applications.
4. After-Sales Service & Support: Service support, application assistance, and training for scientific instrumentation products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

New Age Instruments & Materials manufactures and distributes scientific instrumentation for government research labs and industry in India. The company develops indigenous products including the Hawk Raman System, UV-Blaster disinfection series, High Power Laser Beam Analyzer, Era SM Spectroscopy Module, QKD Quantum Key Distribution System, and TL/OSL Reader. It also serves as an authorized Indian distributor for over 25 international principals including Hamamatsu, Zygo, Avantes, and NKT Photonics, supplying optics, lasers, detectors, and photonic components.

Product overview

New Age Instruments & Materials provides scientific instrumentation solutions for government research labs and industry in India since 1999. The company operates a dual business model: (1) Indigenous Products - a portfolio of proprietary instruments developed in-house including the Hawk Raman System (portable/handheld/microscopic Raman spectrometers), Era SM Spectroscopy Module (UV-VIS/NIR/MIR variants), High Power Laser Beam Analyzer (up to 120kW), UV-Blaster Series (DRDO-based disinfection systems in Tower/Mini/Box/Tube/Air Sanitizer/Robo variants), TL/OSL Reader, QKD (Quantum Key Distribution System), Seeker Detector Module, Lumen Light Source Series, Infinity Laser & Driver Series, Thermal Imaging Camera, THz Spectrometer, Optical Post Assemblies, and Motion Control systems; (2) Distribution & Integration - authorized representative of over 25 international principals including Hamamatsu Photonics, Zygo, Avantes, NKT Photonics, Anritsu, Ophir Optronics, HORIBA, and others, supplying components such as Adaptive Optics, High Speed Photo-Receivers, Light Sources, Laser Mounts, Crystals, Fiber Optics, Cameras, Lasers, Laser Diode Drivers, Temperature Controllers, and Laser Diagnostic equipment. The company maintains a 10,000 sq ft modernized R&D facility in Haryana with in-house electronics hardware, software, optical workstations, and mechanical tool room capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hawk Raman System Portable Raman spectrometer for quick and reliable identification of substances based on their chemical fingerprint. Available in Portable, Handheld, Microscopic, TE-Cooled, Free Space, and Dual Wavelength variants with variable laser power up to 500mW. Designed for government research labs, defense, and industrial applications requiring field-deployable spectroscopy.
• Era SM Spectroscopy Module Portable spectroscopy module with built-in processor, touch screen display, battery pack, and memory for field use. Available in UV-VIS (200-1100nm), NIR (900-1500nm), and MIR (2000-5000nm) variants for plasma measurement, absorption, transmission, reflection, fluorescence, and precision agriculture applications.
• High Power Laser Beam Analyzer Standalone high power laser characterization system designed for characterization of lasers up to 120kW. Measures beam divergence, focus spot diameter, focal spot movement, M2, laser power, and wavelength all in real time. Features inbuilt Processor, 10-inch Touch Display, and spatial profiling capabilities.
• UV-Blaster Series UV-C disinfection system based on DRDO Technology that kills 99.99% of pathogens including SARS-CoV2. Available in multiple variants including Tower (780-T, 1300-T), Mini (120Mini, 390Mini, 520Mini), Box (Box070, Box105), Tube, Air Sanitizer, and Robo configurations for various facility sizes. Features 360° motion sensors, automatic shutdown on human entry, inbuilt memory logging, and remote Wi-Fi/RF control.
• TL/OSL Reader Thermoluminescence (TL) and Optically Stimulated Luminescence (OSL) reader for scientific research applications. Features include 32Bit microcontroller system, linear heating profile (1-20°C/s), maximum temperature 400°C, ultra-fast detection module (peak 400nm, QE>40%, gain>10^6), 7-inch multi-touch TFT display, nitrogen purging system, and automatic sample drawer.
• QKD (Quantum Key Distribution System) Quantum cryptography system providing secure key distribution based on laws of physics. Supports DPS and COW protocols with hardware-based FPGA key processing, True Random Number Generator in both Alice and Bob nodes. Supports >100 Km Single Mode Fiber for Quantum Channel with RESTful API for key distribution and Ethernet/USB interfaces.
• Optical Post Assemblies Optomechanical assemblies including Small scale assemblies (Series Posts, Pedestal Post, Post Holders, Kinematic Mirror mounts, Table Clamp), Ø1/2" Optical Post Assemblies, Ø1" Optical Post Assemblies, and Ø1.5" Optical Post Assemblies for laboratory optical setups.
• UV Blaster Robo Robot-based UV-C disinfecting system equipped with camera and motion sensors for obstacle recognition. Features remote navigation via control tablet, intuitive user interface, and detailed disinfection reports exportable as PDF. Part of the UV-Blaster disinfection family.
• Seeker Detector Module Compact detector module with adjustable gain, very low noise, and integrated power supply. Designed for range finder and fiber optic applications.
• Lumen Light Source Series Multichannel LED driver with Lumen LED sources providing two to eight wavelength output with touch screen controller and display unit. User specific wavelengths available. Applications include light sources for Transmission, Fluorescence, and Absorption.
• Fireball Spectrum Analyzer Spectrum analyzer for light analysis applications.
• RF DRIVER (C-RD20-01) Radio-frequency processing unit. Small electronic device used to transmit and/or receive radio signals between two devices.
• Infinity Laser & Driver Series Low power laser series designed for reliability, stability, and ease of use. Available in butterfly type and TO can package with output power range of 0-600 mW. Compatible with optics, mounts, chopper, isolator, collimators, and DAQs.
• Thermal Imaging Camera Handheld thermal imaging device that captures and displays thermal images representing infrared radiation emitted, reflected, or transmitted by an object.
• THz Spectrometer Terahertz spectrometer for spectroscopy applications. Terahertz detectors designed to work for specific light source parameters such as beam dimension, wavelength, and beam profile.
• Macro Laser Power/Energy Display Unit Display unit for measuring and displaying laser power and energy.
• Muzzle Flash Detector Detector module for muzzle flash identification. Designed for defense and security applications.
• LASER IGNITION SYSTEM Laser-based ignition system for industrial applications.
• Motion Control Systems Motorized motion control systems including linear motorized stages, x/xy/xyz stages with controllers for high precision positioning in industrial and scientific automated motion applications.
• Customized Solutions for Scientific Research Custom-engineered optical solutions including encoded rails for laser interferometers (e.g., Verifire Laser Interferometer Customized Encoded Rail, Part No. VLI-ER-ZY-1.5-25), 5-axis rail mounts, and specialized components for specific research requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• UV-Blaster kills 99.99% of pathogens including SARS-CoV2 and corona family viruses
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Hamamatsu PhotonicscoreTechnology or IntegrationJapanese manufacturer of optical sensors, electric light sources, and optical devices for scientific, technical, and medical use. New Age Instruments distributes their products in India.
• ZygocoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal leader in optical metrology systems and ultra-precise optical components. Products include 3D Optical Profilers, Laser Interferometer Systems, Absolute Position Sensors, and optical assemblies.
• AvantescoreTechnology or IntegrationLeading provider of spectroscopy instruments and solutions for research, environmental monitoring, and medical diagnostics.
• NKT PhotonicscoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal leader in advanced photonic solutions specializing in ultrafast fs lasers, Single frequency lasers, Supercontinuum lasers, and photonic crystal fibers.
• AnritsucoreTechnology or IntegrationJapanese MNC and pioneer in Optical, RF, and Telecommunication test and measurement instruments. Products include OSA, OTDR, VNA, Power Meter, RF Spectrum Analyzer.
• NeoceracoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology company providing thin-film development products including Pulsed Laser Deposition (PLD) systems, Pulsed Electron Deposition (PED) systems, and in-situ diagnostic tools.
• Ophir OptronicscoreTechnology or IntegrationWorld's largest supplier of laser instrumentation including laser power and energy meters and laser beam profilers. Established in 1976 serving industrial, medical, and research markets.
• HORIBAcoreTechnology or IntegrationRenowned provider of precision measurement and analytical instruments including Confocal Raman, Spectrofluorometer, Particle Size Analyzer, Monochromator, AFM, ICP-OES, GD-OES, Ellipsometer.
• Taylor HobsoncoreTechnology or IntegrationWorld leader in ultra-precision metrology for surface, form, and optical measurement. Products include surface roughness, contour, form, radius, roundness, and straightness measurement solutions for aerospace, automotive, optics, medical, and advanced manufacturing.
• DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-developed UV-Blaster UV-C disinfection system based on DRDO technology in 2020. Product engineered and manufactured by New Age Instruments. Widely accepted by institutions in India and overseas during COVID-19 pandemic.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• ID Quantique: Pioneer in commercial Quantum Key Distribution systems. Most direct global benchmark for NAIM's newly launched QKD product line in terms of architecture, protocols, and target customers.
• B&W Tek (Metrohm): Specialist in portable and handheld Raman spectrometers for pharmaceutical, security, and research applications. Directly comparable to NAIM's Hawk Raman portable and handheld variants.
• Holmarc Opto-Mechatronics: India-based manufacturer of scientific and optical instruments, including spectroscopy, optomechanics, and laser-based systems. Closest Indian-headquartered peer to NAIM's indigenous product portfolio and government/industrial customer base.
• Avantes: Dutch spectroscopy and photonics instrumentation specialist (fiber-coupled UV-VIS-NIR spectrometers) overlapping directly with NAIM's ERA SM Spectroscopy Module line.

Broad incumbents

• Renishaw plc: Global leader in Raman spectroscopy and metrology instrumentation. Directly comparable to NAIM's Hawk Raman System and spectroscopy modules, though Renishaw operates at far greater scale and global reach.
• HORIBA Scientific: Global provider of Raman, spectroscopic, and particle characterization instrumentation. Both a NAIM principal and a competitor; its India-direct presence makes it a structural threat to NAIM's distribution book.
• Ophir Optronics (MKS Instruments): Global leader in laser power/energy meters and beam profilers. NAIM distributes Ophir products while also building indigenous laser diagnostics (Macro Display, High Power Laser Beam Analyzer), making it a hybrid partner/competitor.

Emerging players

• StellarNet: Manufacturer of portable UV-VIS-NIR spectrometers and light sources. Comparable to NAIM's ERA SM Spectroscopy Module and Lumen Light Source Series in form factor and target applications.
• Wasatch Photonics: Developer of Raman and UV-VIS-NIR spectroscopy systems with overlap in excitation wavelengths (532/633/785/830 nm) similar to NAIM's Hawk Raman platform.

Others

• Anritsu Corporation: Japanese test and measurement leader for optical, RF, and telecom instrumentation. Currently a NAIM principal; its portfolio overlap in OSA, OTDR, and VNA places it in adjacent-competitor territory for Indian telecom and research labs.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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