Canatu starts mass production of sensors protecting advanced electronic devices in the defense industry
VANTAA, FINLAND – May 14, 2025 — Canatu Plc (“Canatu”) has started mass production and begun deliveries of sensors for electronic device protection to a global technology leader. Delivering the sensors demonstrates the versatility of Canatu carbon nanotubes (Canatu CNTs), highlighting their potential in specialized applications beyond the company’s current focus areas.
Canatu’s sensor is designed to detect unauthorized physical interference in systems that store or process sensitive information. These devices play a critical role in protecting data and maintaining system integrity. Utilizing advanced technology, the sensor continuously monitors for physical interference. The device is connected to electronics that continuously monitor and respond to safeguard information. The product stands out for its unique combination of robustness and sensitivity, making it suitable for specialized applications.
The product supply agreement with a global technology leader includes deliveries scheduled from April 2025 to the third quarter of 2026, with corresponding revenue expected to be recognized over the same period. In line with Canatu’s disclosure policy, the agreement is considered of small (under EUR 1 million) commercial value.
This is an excellent example of the versatility of our carbon nanotubes, and how they can be tailored to meet highly specific and technically advanced needs. It also highlights the potential of our technology in new industries.
Juha Kokkonen, CEO, Canatu
This collaboration showcases Canatu’s potential to serve emerging and demanding applications, underlining the adaptability of its CNT technology. Although the current supply is industry-specific and not part of the company’s long-term strategic focus, the project illustrates the breadth of use cases supported by the company’s materials and engineering expertise.
Additional information:
CEO Juha Kokkonen, tel. +358 405 430 367
Board member Tuomo Vähäpassi, tuomo.vahapassi@lifeline-spac1.com
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Carnegie Investment Bank AB (publ), tel. +46 (0)73 856 42 65
About Canatu
Canatu (CANATU, Nasdaq First North, Finland) is a fast-growing deep technology company creating advanced carbon nanotubes (Canatu CNTs), related products, and manufacturing equipment for the semiconductor, automotive, and medical diagnostics industries. Canatu partners with forerunner companies, together transforming products for better tomorrows with nano carbon.
Canatu’s versatile platform technology has broad potential applications. Its current core includes CNT membranes for extreme ultraviolet (EUV) processes in the semiconductor industry, enabling the manufacturing of the most advanced chips, as well as film heaters for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) in the automotive industry. Additionally, electrochemical sensors for medical diagnostics are in the development phase. Canatu’s patented CNT reactors and Dry DepositionTM method yield clean and pristine CNTs. The company operates through two business models: selling CNT products directly, as well as selling CNT reactors and licensing the related technology so that customers can produce CNT products under a limited license.
Headquartered in Finland, Canatu also operates in the US, Japan, and Taiwan. Founded in 2004 as a spin-off from Aalto University’s Nanomaterials Group, Canatu currently has around 140 employees representing 35 nationalities, with 20 percent holding or pursuing doctorates. Discover more at www.canatu.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
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