2nd October 2026
UQG Optics is proud to announce a three-year sponsorship of the Cambridgeshire U16 Girls County Age Group cricket team. As a company that has been part of the local community for more than 70 years, supporting young people and creating opportunities within Cambridgeshire remains an important part of who we are.
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8th September 2025
In this article, Kelvin Biggs, owner of UQG Optics, shares insights into the seven-decade journey of this Cambridge-based family business at the forefront of precision optics.
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12th August 2025
As UQG Optics celebrates 70 years of success, the company is looking firmly to the future. By making major upgrades to its machinery, building and production processes, UQG is continuing to lead the way in optical component manufacturing, adapting to industry changes while staying true to its heritage.
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6th August 2025
In 2025, UQG Optics will proudly celebrate 70 years as a trusted name in optical components and solutions. From its origins in a village workshop to becoming a globally recognised brand, UQG’s story is one of family, innovation and an unwavering commitment to quality.
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17th March 2025
UQG Optics is taking bold steps to maintain our leadership in precision optical production. We have been quietly laying the groundwork for a future of increased efficiency, sustainability, and technological innovation.
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24th January 2025
At UQG Optics, we are proud to celebrate a truly remarkable milestone, 50 years of dedicated service by Ray Harris.
Ray has been an integral part of the UQG team, working alongside three generations of leadership and contributing immeasurable expertise and commitment to the business.
10th June 2024
When it comes to manufacturing high-precision optical components, achieving perfection requires the perfect tools for the job. This pursuit of excellence is what drove the recent investment by UQG Optics in two of the industry’s most advanced micro dicing machines.
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7th October 2022
Supply chains disrupting OEMs can be traced back to several global factors that have culminated to cause widespread disruption.
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7th April 2022
An interview Optical expert with Kelvin Biggs, we discuss optical components, materials and gain insights into industrial optics.
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4th March 2022
Quality accreditations and professional certifications give optical components buyers reassurance a supplier is a reliable, expert authority.
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18th October 2021
Here we discuss and conclude the most important factors that buyers should think about when purchasing optical components from an optics provider.
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21st September 2021
This article is the first of two covering a range of factors that buyers of optical components should look for in an optics company.
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26th January 2021
Hayley Cattini looks after the HR and admin here. She plays a huge role in helping to keep everything running smoothly at UQG Optics.
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15th December 2020
Ray Harris is one of the longest serving and most experienced employees at UQG Optics and looks after our production department.
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30th November 2020
You know the sort of person you just can’t manage without? The one who knows everything? That’s Carolyn!
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26th November 2019
We’re pleased to announce the launch of our brand new website, showcasing all our products, materials and services for 2020 and on.
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