Motic

Motic operates as a diversified technology company with two distinct business platforms: an Intelligent Optics Application Platform encompassing microscopy and digital pathology solutions, and an Electrical Energy business manufacturing high-voltage epoxy insulators. Listed on the Shenzhen ChiNext board since 2012, the company has grown from its 1988 Hong Kong origins to become a global microscopy brand with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Company Overview

The Motic brand traces its roots to 1988 when it was established in Hong Kong as a microscope manufacturer. The Xiamen subsidiary was incorporated in 2002, and the company went public on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange ChiNext board on July 26, 2012 under the stock code 300341. The controlling shareholder is Yizhuang Investment Holdings Co., Ltd., a mixed-ownership state-controlled enterprise.

With over 30 years of optics innovation, Motic has expanded its global footprint to include offices in Canada, the United States, Spain, Germany, and Hong Kong, employing more than 2,500 people worldwide. The company reported revenue of approximately RMB 1.35 billion in 2024, with net profit of RMB 161 million.

Motic’s Intelligent Optics platform serves educational institutions, clinical laboratories, research facilities, and industrial quality control applications across more than 100 countries. The company also operates a dedicated medical diagnostics subsidiary in Xiamen focusing on digital pathology solutions.

Core Products

Digital Pathology Scanners

The MoticEasyScan series represents Motic’s digital pathology product line, designed for whole-slide imaging (WSI) applications:

• MoticEasyScan One: Compact single-slide scanner for small laboratories and point-of-care applications
• MoticEasyScan Pro 6: Six-slide capacity scanner optimized for telepathology and remote consultations
• MoticEasyScan Infinity: High-throughput scanner for research institutions and archival digitization

All scanners feature a proprietary high-NA Plan Apochromatic 20X/0.75 objective lens combined with a 2/3-inch CCD sensor, achieving scan times of 60-160 seconds per slide with resolution equivalent to 40X optical magnification.

Microscopy Solutions

Motic manufactures a broad range of microscopes:

• Panthera Series: Research-grade compound microscopes for life sciences
• PA53 Series: Clinical pathology microscopes with brightfield, darkfield, and phase contrast capabilities
• Stereo Microscopes: SM7 series for industrial inspection and dissection
• Inverted Microscopes: AE31E series for cell culture and material science

Digital Imaging

• Moticam Series: USB and HDMI digital cameras for microscope integration
• Image-Pro Software: Image capture and analysis software developed in partnership with Media Cybernetics

Technology & Innovation

Motic’s digital pathology technology incorporates several advanced features:

Hardware Autofocus: Utilizes a separate focusing camera to eliminate lengthy pre-mapping, significantly reducing scan acquisition time.

Multi-mode Scanning: Offers Standard, High Precision (for wavy samples), and Z-stack modes to accommodate various sample types including thick tissue sections.

Telepathology Integration: FS-Live functionality enables real-time remote microscopy for frozen section consultations and rapid on-site evaluation (ROSE) in cytopathology.

AI Integration: The EasyScan Go system, developed in collaboration with Global Good (an initiative of Intellectual Ventures), incorporates artificial intelligence for automated malaria detection in blood samples.

Market Presence

Motic’s microscopy and digital pathology products serve diverse markets:

• Education: Thousands of educational institutions worldwide use Motic microscopes for teaching biology, anatomy, and laboratory sciences
• Clinical: Hospital pathology departments use EasyScan systems for teleconsultation and second-opinion workflows
• Research: Academic and pharmaceutical research institutions employ Motic equipment for slide archival and collaborative studies
• Industrial: Quality control applications in semiconductor, metallurgy, and materials science sectors

The company distributes through major scientific equipment suppliers including Fisher Scientific, VWR, and specialized microscopy distributors across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Key Milestones

• 1988: Company founded in Hong Kong
• 2002: Xiamen manufacturing facility established
• 2004: First OMOM capsule endoscope developed (separate business unit)
• 2012: Listed on Shenzhen ChiNext board (300341.SZ)
• 2019: EasyScan Go AI malaria detection system unveiled in partnership with Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation initiative
• 2024: Revenue of RMB 1.35 billion with continued expansion of digital pathology product line

Frequently Asked Questions

What products does Motic offer for digital pathology?

Motic’s digital pathology portfolio includes the MoticEasyScan series of whole-slide imaging scanners (One, Pro 6, and Infinity models), telepathology software solutions, and the AI-powered EasyScan Go system for malaria screening. These products support slide digitization, remote consultation, and archival applications.

Is Motic a publicly traded company?

Yes, Motic (officially Motic (Xiamen) Electric Group Co., Ltd.) has been listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange ChiNext board since July 2012 under the stock code 300341.SZ. The company is controlled by Yizhuang Investment Holdings, a state-owned enterprise.

What is the regulatory status of Motic digital pathology products?

Motic’s digital pathology scanners are currently positioned primarily for research use in international markets. Specific regulatory clearances (NMPA, CE IVD, FDA) for clinical diagnostic applications should be verified directly with Motic or local distributors for the intended use case and jurisdiction.