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Berkshire Hathaway has acquired KITCO Fiber Optics is a leading provider of fiber optic connectorization products and consulting services to the military and commercial communications industry.
Based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, the company specializes in the design and fabrication of fiber optic tools, tool kits and custom cable assemblies; producing private label kits for a number of major connector manufacturers and selling our own broad line of products; field services providing on-site termination, splicing, troubleshooting and testing support, and hands-on training and certification programs.
KITCO was founded in 1997 as a division of Norfolk Wire and Electronics.
The company grew quickly, and in 2002 and 2003 was recognized by the Fantastic 50 as one of the 50 fastest-growing firms in Virginia.
The company’s longtime chairman, W. Sheppard “Shep” Miller III, stepped down upon completion of the sale.
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