Acer Inc., Esquarre Vision Limited and OPTOELECTRONICS CO., LTD., a Japanese AIDC (Automatic Identification and Data Capture) solution provider known as Opticon, announced plans for Acer and Esquarre to invest approximately 38% and 20%, respectively, in Opticon for JPY 1,589,419,104 and JPY 819,000,000. The transaction is expected to be completed in early 2026, supporting Opticon’s growth and global expansion.
For Acer, the move expands its AIoT Edge Computing portfolio, adding identification and machine vision solutions that will create synergy with its subsidiaries AOPEN and Posiflex. AOPEN is a company which focuses on industrial computers for display engines and edge computing, while Posiflex Group is a global leader in Commercial AIoT, delivering smart online-to-offline (O2O) integrated solutions and scenario-defined embedded edge computing platforms.
“We’re excited to welcome Opticon as the sixteenth publicly listed subsidiary of the Acer Group,” said Jason Chen, Chairman and CEO, Acer Inc. “This is part of our continued strategy of expanding multiple business engines, while affirming our commitment to AIoT Edge Computing.”
“Esquarre will bring decades of experience in the embedded market to the table, supporting Opticon’s expansion while enhancing its operations,” said Jay Cheng, CEO of Esquarre. “Together with Acer, we’re confident that Opticon will transform from a device maker to a solution provider for AIoT applications. Current operating management shall remain and will be supplemented by a global leadership with support from Acer and Esquarre.”
“With its vast global sales and service footprint, Acer’s investment will help Opticon in its next phase of growth,” said Masami Tawara, Founder, President and Representative Director, OPTOELECTRONICS CO., LTD. “With our solid technological foundation and experience in the AIDC industry, we’re ready to open a new chapter under the leadership of Acer and Esquarre.”
Opticon is a specialized solution provider that manufactures AIDC systems, with products including 2D CMOS imager-based and 1D laser/CCD-based module engines, barcode scanners, handheld computers and electronic shelf labels. Founded in 1976, Opticon has been one of the first companies in the world to specialize in manufacturing barcode scanners.
