Polar Light Technologies Appoints New CEO
Polar Light Technologies, a Swedish microLED start-up, has announced the appointment of Oskar Fajerson as the new CEO. Fajerson, with a background in product management, sales, and marketing, is set to lead the company through the final stages of research and into the commercialization phase of its innovative microLED technology.
Fajerson, a graduate in material physics from KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, brings a wealth of experience from senior positions at high-tech companies, including eye-tracking company Tobii. His expertise positions him well to steer Polar Light Technologies towards the launch of its groundbreaking microLED products.
Driving Innovation in MicroLED Technology
Polar Light Technologies has developed a unique method for constructing microLEDs in small pyramids using controlled crystal growth, layer by layer. This approach results in unparalleled pixel size, brightness, and energy efficiency, setting the company apart in the microLED industry. The technology’s development roots back to research conducted by Per-Olof Holtz and his team at Linköping University.
According to Peter Nilsson, the outgoing CEO of Polar Light Technologies, “PLT is a fantastic deep-tech company with a world-class research and development team.” Nilsson expressed confidence in Fajerson’s ability to continue the company’s journey towards product launch, highlighting Fajerson’s suitable background for the role.
Future Prospects and Industry Impact
Fajerson shared his excitement about the opportunity, stating, “Polar Light Technologies is a world-leading company developing the next generation of microLEDs. It will be both fun and challenging to work with this very high-level research and turn it into a commercial offer.” His vision aligns with the company’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of microLED technology and bringing innovative solutions to the market.
The appointment of Oskar Fajerson as CEO marks a significant milestone for Polar Light Technologies as it gears up to revolutionize the microLED industry with its cutting-edge technology. With Fajerson at the helm, the company is poised to make a lasting impact on the future of display technology.
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