Leica Microsystems develops and produces microscopes and scientific instruments for the analysis of micro- and nanostructures. The optical precision of the instruments and the innovative technology of the company are appreciated worldwide. It is a market leader in the business fields of classical light microscopy and stereomicroscopy, digital microscopy, confocal microscopy and related imaging systems, sample preparation for electron microscopy and surgical microscopes.

The company, which today operates worldwide, was founded as a family business in the 19th century. The entrepreneur Ernst Leitz I, who led the company to world fame, coined the guiding principle "with the user, for the user", which is still valid for Leica Microsystems today. Taking on ideas from users and developing solutions that meet their needs - this is how the company continues to set new standards in the markets it serves. This also applies to other services that Leica Microsystems offers its customers: technical services, but also support for practical applications and all related questions.

Leica Microsystems has seven major operating sites and development centres worldwide. The company has representatives in over 100 countries, sales and service companies in 20 countries and an international network of distribution partners. The company is headquartered in Wetzlar, Germany.