GE Acquires 3-D Ultrasound Company

A leading developer of 3-D ultrasound imaging technology, EchoTech 3D Imaging Systems (Munich, Germany), has been acquired by GE Medical Systems (Milwaukee, WI, USA). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

With products such as Easy 3D and 3D Free Scan, EchoTech has established itself as a leading supplier of 3-D imaging technology and upgrades to the ultrasound industry. The company will continue its operations in Munich and will become a Center of Excellence for GE's 3-D imaging technology. In addition, EchoTech will continue to develop and supply 3D technology for other ultrasound manufacturers.

"3D imaging is a fast-growing segment in ultrasound; it enables new and unique methods of displaying the anatomy, increasing diagnostic confidence,” said Omar Ishrak, vice president and general manager of Global Ultrasound for GE Medical Systems. "The addition of EchoTech's product line to our portfolio will provide us with new capabilities on our Logiq and Vivid systems.”




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