Stevenage, UK: Astute Group has signed a franchise distribution agreement with Azoteq, a pioneer in intelligent sensor and driver solutions. This partnership strengthens Astute’s dedication to delivering advanced sensing and power management components that empower engineers to design smarter, more responsive, and energy-efficient systems.
Mike Ward, Technical BDM, Semiconductors at Astute Group, said, “Azoteq’s expertise in mixed-signal and sensor technologies aligns perfectly with our focus on supporting next-generation electronic design. Their ProxFusion®, ProxSense®, PowerSense®, and LightSense® ranges deliver excellent flexibility and precision for engineers developing modern interfaces, power-efficient systems, and intelligent control solutions.”
Dr. Frederick J. Bruwer, President & CEO at Azoteq, added, “We are excited to welcome Astute Group as an authorised distributor. Their vast technical knowledge and extensive market reach will enable more engineers to leverage our intelligent sensing technologies in their designs. Together, we aim to simplify user-interface development, improve power efficiency, and help customers across diverse industries accelerate their time to market with smarter, more integrated electronic solutions.”
Azoteq’s portfolio includes capacitive, inductive, light, and power-sensing controllers designed for touch, proximity, gesture, ambient light, and power measurement applications, as well as LED driver and power management ICs. These technologies enable intuitive human–machine interfaces, intelligent energy control, and precision measurement across industries – from consumer electronics and IoT devices to industrial automation, automotive, and wearable technology.
Becoming an authorised distributor for Azoteq further solidifies Astute Group’s position as a trusted partner for advanced sensor and power management technologies, supporting engineers with complete design-in and sourcing expertise.
