Photonics Finland

Nordic Chip Summit 2025
2025-11-10 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki)
This event gathers key players in chips and chip-based systems to explore the vision for Europe’s semiconductor and quantum future. The event is held in the heart of the unique Kvanttinova ecosystem, the leading deep tech innovation powerhouse in the Nordics.

Participants are offered an opportunity to deepen their knowledge, explore new perspectives and ideas, and connect across research, business, and education. Featuring high-profile keynote speeches, focused program streams, and a warm Finnish collaborative atmosphere, the event fosters dialogue, networking, and the formation of new partnerships– laying the groundwork for future transformative cross-border initiatives.

To whom?

The event brings together the leading experts from

Companies operating in the fields of semiconductors, quantum, etc.

RTOs: VTT, and other European research organisations

Nordic universities and education organisations

European Chip Competence Centres

Policy makers

Photonics and Quantum focused business and research delegation visit to the state of Colorado
2025-11-11 08:00 - 2025-11-14 17:00
The Team Finland network in the USA invites Finnish companies and researchers in photonics, quantum technologies, climate solutions, and advanced computation to join a business and research delegation visit to Colorado. The visit will be led by Ambassador Leena-Kaisa Mikkola and offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most dynamic U.S. regions for science, technology, and innovation.

Organized in cooperation with the Colorado Office of Economic Development (OEDIT), Photonics Finland, the FAME Flagship, and the NSF ASCEND Engine, the visit aims to strengthen partnerships between Finnish and U.S. stakeholders across academia, industry, and government.

The program is aligned with the SPIE Quantum Catalyst Conference in Boulder, bringing together global experts to explore commercial applications of quantum technologies. Learn more at spie.org.

Colorado is home to world-class research institutions including NIST, NCAR, NOAA, and top universities. The state has emerged as a national hub in photonics and quantum, attracting nearly $600 million in private investment since 2020.

If this sounds interesting, register for the visit at the latest by 5 September 2025!

Read more and Register

Who should attend?

This visit is tailored for Finnish companies and representatives of Finnish research entities, who are interested in pursuing business opportunities and research collaboration within the broad thematic areas of photonics, quantum and advanced computation. We welcome Finnish representatives from companies and other entities who have already established their presence in the U.S., as well as those who are traveling from Finland to pursue new business opportunities.

The delegation program in Colorado will consist of visits to research entities and individual US businesses, meetings with representatives of Colorado’s key industries and government, and networking with various stakeholders in Colorado’s vibrant R&D ecosystem.

Participation fee

To cover the expenses of arranging the program in Colorado, Business Finland will charge a participation fee of

SME’s and Micro companies: 1615 EUR + 25.5% VAT

Major companies: 1900 EUR + 25.5% VAT

Business Finland will invoice the participation fee after the visit based on the actual costs. The invoiced fee will not exceed the amounts mentioned above. Kindly note that the participation fee does not include flights, accommodation, meals and transportation outside the business delegation program. The fee does not include tickets to SPIE.

What’s Up Photonics Finland - Online Coffee Break
2025-11-11 14:00 - 14:15
Welcome to the next What’s Up Photonics Finland Online Session!

Tuesday 11th November 2025, 2PM (EEST), Microsoft Teams

Dedicated to all Photonics Finland members. This is like a coffee break, very unformal, no long presentations, and just 15 min – that’s it. Topics are about opportunities for our members, projects, funding, upcoming events, etc.

Also, we are happy to hear and share any info from our members. If there is some, let us know by contacting our Events and Memberships Manager tuukka.pakarinen(a)photonics.fi.

Link to the monthly What’s Up Photonics Finland – Online Coffee Break

With Best Regards

Photonics Finland Team

Photonics21 WG7 "Core Photonics" Workshop: Shaping the Strategy
2025-11-12 11:00 - 14:00
Join the Photonics21 WG7 “Core Photonics” Workshop: Photonics Strategic Research & Innovation Agenda

The next Photonics21 Work Group 7 “Core Photonics” workshop is scheduled to take place on 12 November 2025, starting at 10:00 CET. The workshop will be held online.

Work Group leader Mike Wale warmly invites you to participate and contribute your valuable input.

This workshop continues the photonics community consultation process, which began during the Photonics Partnership Annual Meeting 2025 in Brussels. It is part of the preparation for a new Photonics Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda, aimed at ensuring strong representation of photonics in the next Multiannual Financial Framework and Horizon Europe successor programme (FP10).

The objective of the workshop is to further discuss and define a strategic approach for core photonics, contributing to the dedicated chapter in the new Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda.

Please note that the meeting will be recorded for internal purposes only. The recording will not be shared with any third parties. By registering for the event, you give your consent to being recorded.

More information and draft agenda: https://www.photonics21.org/events-workshops/2025/11/2025-11-12_WG7_Follow-up-Workshop_SRIA.php

Deep Tech Boost – Chips & Beyond
2025-11-19 08:00 - 11:00
Step into the future of deep tech innovation with this kick-off session during Slush, designed to explore the cutting-edge of the semiconductor and advanced materials ecosystem.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with deep tech investors, startups, R&D professionals, and ecosystem players!

Location: Business Finland Happiness Lounge, Room 208, Congress Wing, Helsinki Expo and Convention Center. No Slush ticket needed to access the event.

Featuring engaging keynote talks, investor perspectives, and a panel discussion, you’ll gain first-hand insights into the opportunities driving the next wave of innovation. At the end of the session there will be time for pitches and free networking.

PROGRAM:

8:00AMRegistration & coffee

8:30AMOpening remarksToni Mattila, Head of the Chips Campaign, Business Finland

8:35AMIndustry KeynoteApplied Materials

8:50AMDeep Tech Growth StoryJuha Kokkonen, Canatu

9:00AMHow Startups and Growth Companies Can Leverage the Chips Act?FiCCC, SipFAB and Kvanttinova

9:15AMInvestor Talk: What are we looking for in investments?

9:30AMPanel Discussion

10:00AMDeep Tech Pitching

10:40AMNetworking

11:00AMEnd of official program

11:00AM–12:00PMFree networking in the matchmaking area

CIVIT 10TH ANNIVERSARY WORKSHOP
2025-11-27 09:00 - 17:00
The Centre for Immersive Visual Technologies (CIVIT) is excited to invite you to celebrate its 10th Anniversary at a workshop held at Tampere University’s Hervanta Campus on Thursday, 27November 2025, from 09:00 to 17:00.Ten years ago, CIVIT launched its world-class facilities with an international workshop that brought together leading experts in visual technologies. This autumn, we mark that milestone with afull-day event featuring insightful talks, live demonstrations, and networking opportunities.Join us to explore the latest developments in immersive technologies, image quality assessment, automotive imaging, and more. You’ll hear from top researchers and industry specialists whoare shaping the future of visual technologies. The event also offers a great opportunity to connect with Tampere’s vibrant tech and academic community.REGISTER HERE:https://forms.office.com/e/gkDJAFHBTjREAD MORE HERE:https://civit.fi/civit-10th-anniversary-workshop/

New Winds in Optics Design -seminar
2025-11-27 09:30 - 17:00
Save the date for New Winds in Optics Design -seminar, hosted at University of Eastern Finland in Joensuu. Remote participation also possible.

The event is bringing together photonics and optics enthusiastics within academia and industry to hear some of the latest news within optics design. The event encourages networking and discussions and you will be given the opportunity to see the photonics laboratories at the Center for Photonics Sciences. In case you cannot join on-site, the seminar can be also followed online through a link that will be provided later.

Programme

9:30–10:00 Networking10:00–10:20 Summary of optics design automation in SPIE Optics and Photonics,Anni Lehmuskero, University of Eastern Finland / Entangly10:20–11:10 What is meta-optics?Petri Karvinen, University of Eastern FinlandLunchbreak and networking 11:10–12:40 12:40–13:15 Characterization of metasurfaces & GRIN optics,Amaury Carrard-Draghi, Phasics (via remote connection)13:15–13:50 Optical Design in Ansys Optics – New features and less known capabilities in Lumerical, Zemax and Speos,Adil Baitenov, EDRMedeso13:50–14:40 Integrated Photonics: From design to applications incorporating metasurfaces and freeforms,Matthieu Roussey, University of Eastern FinlandBreak and networking 14:40–15:00 15:00–15:45 Quadoa ‒ next generation optical design software,Akash Arora, Dyoptr (via remote connection)15:45–17:15 Tour at UEF photonics laboratories,for example 3D inkjet printer, color- and XR-laboratory.

The event is organized by University of Eastern Finland together with Photonics Finland, PREIN – Photonics Research and Innovation Flagship, and Photonics Joensuu.

You can register at https://lnkd.in/dqzpYGGj by 20.11. for on-site participation and by 24.11. for online participation.

The event is part of the AURA project funded by Regional Council of North Karelia and European Union.”

Photonics Finland Annual Autumn Meeting 2025
2025-11-28 15:30 - 17:00
Agenda – Photonics Finland Annual Autumn Meeting 2025

Place: Online – Teams

1. Election of the chairman, secretary, two protocol inspectors, and two vote counters for the meeting;

2. Verification of the legality and quorum of the meeting;

3. Approval of the board’s proposal for the next year’s action plan and budget;

4. Decision on the amounts of membership fees;

5. Election of representatives and candidates of the association to the governing bodies of those organizations in which the Association is a member;6. Decision on proposed amendments to the Association’s rules7. Discussion of other matters mentioned in the meeting invitation.

Photonics Finland Board, November 20, 2025.

The 2025 Action plan and Budget.Any changes, observations, or comments can be sent via email to the association’s Executive Director, Juha Purmonen, at juha.purmonen@photonics.fi.

Photonics Finland sääntömääräinen syyskokous 2025

Kokouksen puheenjohtajan, sihteerin, kahden pöytäkirjantarkastajan ja kahden ääntenlaskijan valinta

Kokouksen laillisuuden ja päätösvaltaisuuden toteaminen

Hallituksen ehdotuksen hyväksyminen seuraavan vuoden toimintasuunnitelmaksi ja talousarvioksi

Päätös jäsenmaksujen suuruudesta

Yhdistyksen edustajien ja ehdokkaiden valinta niiden yhteisöjen hallintoelimiin, joissa yhdistys on jäsenenä

Päätös yhdistyksen sääntöjen muutoksesta

Kokouskutsussa mainittujen muiden asioiden käsittely

Toimintasuunnitelma ja talousarvio vuodelle 2025.Mahdolliset muutokset, huomiot tai kommentit voi lähettää sähköpostitse yhdistyksen toiminnanjohtajalle Juha Purmoselle osoitteeseen juha.purmonen@photonics.fi.

What's up Photonics Finland - Online coffee break
2025-12-09 14:00 - 14:15
Welcome to the last What’s Up Photonics Finland Online Session of 2025:Tuesday 9th December 2025, 2PM (EEST), Microsoft Teams

Dedicated to all Photonics Finland members. This is like a coffee break, very unformal, no long presentations, and just 15 min – that’s it. Topics are about opportunities for our members, projects, funding, upcoming events, etc.

Also, we are happy to hear and share any info from our members. If there is some, let us know by contacting our Events and Memberships Manager tuukka.pakarinen(a)photonics.fi.

Link to the monthly What’s Up Photonics Finland – Online Coffee Break

With Best RegardsPhotonics Finland Team

Photonics West Exhibition 2026 - Photonics Finland Pavilion #4229
2026-01-20 08:00 - 2026-01-22 17:00
Photonics West ExhibitionWhen: January 20–22, 2026Where: San Francisco (Moscone Center)Photonics Finland Pavilion – Hall F – Booth #4229

Photonics West is the world’s premier optics and photonics exhibition, showcasing cutting-edge solutions in lasers, biomedical optics, quantum technologies, optoelectronics, and more. This highly anticipated event gathers over 1,300 leading companies and industry professionals from around the globe, making it a must-attend for those looking to discover the latest technologies, collaborate with innovators, and explore strategic business opportunities.

Photonics Finland Pavilion – Turn key solutions to boost your business!Photonics Finland organizes Pavilion as a turn key solutions for companies. Everyone will receive a similar booth which companies can “spice up” with extras like more prints, adding tv, brochure holder etc components. In the Pavilion there are good premises for having a meetings + storage with fridge and refreshments.

Photonics Finland has over ten years of experience of organizing the pavilion which means not only a better placement in the expo hall but also great visibility for all companies, since everyone knows where to find ”The Finns”.

See companies comments from Photonics West 2025 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEq-2HJX1Pk

Photonics Finland has registed for 20×40 (800sqft) Pavilion space. Pricing per company is 19.8k€ which includes organizing service, pavilion space, structure, electricity and cleaning.

Also please notice that individually applied Exhibitor Explorer grant can cover up to 50% of the cost (please check the eligibility from https://www.businessfinland.fi/en/for-finnish-customers/services/funding/explorer/exhibition-explorer)

Interested to join? We have option to add +1 more booth, please contact tuukka.pakarinen(at)photonics.fi for more information.

Valoa ruokasektorille - fotoniikasta ratkaisuja maatalouden ja ruokaturvallisuuden haasteisiin
2026-02-05 12:15 - 15:30
Voisiko valo ratkaista ruoka-alan haasteita? Miten älykkäät fotoniikkaratkaisut tehostavat sadon arviointia, elintarvikkeiden laadunvalvontaa ja kontaminaatioiden havaitsemista ja auttavat vähentämään hävikkiä?

Photonics for X – Fotoniikkaa hyödynnetään yhä laajemmin eri toimialoilla

Ruoka-ala tarjoaa erityisen kiinnostavia sovelluskohteita tuotannon, prosessoinnin ja ruokaturvallisuuden kehittämisessä. Miten valoon perustuvat ratkaisut voisivat tukea ruoka-alan prosesseja aina sadon arvioinnista laadunvarmistukseen ja elintarviketurvallisuuden parantamiseen? Kuule inspiroivia esimerkkejä ja tuo omat ideasi mukaan keskusteluun! Tilaisuus kokoaa yhteen tuottajat, yritykset, fotoniikan asiantuntijat ja ruokaketjun kehittäjät keskustelemaan konkreettisista fotoniikan tarjoamista ratkaisuista maatalouden ja ruokaturvallisuuden haasteisiin sekä uusista yhteistyö- ja liiketoimintamahdollisuuksista.

Aika ja paikka: to 5.2.2026 klo 12:15-15.30. Savonia (Microkatu 1, Kuopio). Tilaisuutta voi seurata myös etäyhteydellä klo 13:45 asti.

Ohjelma (tarkentuu)

Tutustuminen fotoniikkaan ja sen mahdollisuuksiin ruoka-alalla

Esimerkkejä ruoka-alan haasteista, joita fotoniikalla voisi ratkaista:

Kemikaalien vähentäminen sipulin käsittelylinjaston puhdistamisessa

Taudinaiheuttajien poistaminen marjojen vesiviljelystä ja härmän torjunta UVC-valolla

Viljojen DON-arvojen määrittämisen analyysimenetelmät – kuinka parantaa viljaerien laadun seurannan luotettavuutta?

Siementen itävyys – kuinka tunnistaa ja erotella siemenviljasta ei-itävät siemenet pois?

Saunakukan siemenen erottaminen kuminan siemenestä

Rikkakasvien tunnistaminen ja täsmätorjunta pellolla – droneavusteinen kasvinsuojeluaineiden täsmätarvemääritys

Fotoniikan sovellutuksia – fotoniikka-alan yritysten puheenvuorot

Klo 14 alkaen yhteistä keskustelua ja työpajatyöskentelyä fotoniikan mahdollisuuksista ruoka-alalla

Lue lisää ja ilmoittaudu

Tilaisuuden järjestävät EU:n osarahoittama Pohjois-Savon Agri-Food klusteri yhteistyössä Itä-Suomen yliopiston Fotoniikan tutkimuskeskuksen kanssa. Lisätietoja tilaisuudesta: Kaisa Kähkönen, Pohjois-Savon Agri-Food klusterin klusterikoordinaattori, kaisa.kahkonen@savonia.fi, p. 0447856158

PREIN WP3 Integrated Photonics Workshop
2026-02-16 10:00 - 2026-02-17 12:30
Welcome to the national workshop for integrated photonics.

PREIN WP3 Integrated Photonics Workshop will organized in February 16-17 in the city centre of Tampere, in two locations.

The workshop brings together researchers working on photonic integrated circuits (PICs) from Tampere University and other Finnish institutions, with contributions from VTT, Aalto University, University of Eastern Finland, and an invited international speaker. The event aims to foster discussion, networking, and collaboration across academia and industry, covering topics from research and fabrication to modeling and design tools.

Participation in the workshop is free of charge, but registration is required.

Time: February 16-17, 2026

Venues: Room Paidia, Nokia Areena, Tampere (City Centre) – 16 Feb.Tampere University City Centre, Meeting Room SL401- 17 Feb.

Read more & register

Programme

Monday, 16 FebruaryLocation: Room Paidia, Nokia Areena, Tampere (City Centre)

10:00–11:00 Visitor PresentationOpportunities and Challenges of Integrated Photonics for Microwave FrontendsProf. Gabriel Santamaria-Botello, Colorado School of Mines11:00–12:00 Tampere University & PREIN WP3 Presentations12:00–13:00 Lunch13:00–13:30 University of Eastern Finland (UEF) — PREIN WP3 PresentationsDr. Petri Karvinen / Prof. Matthieu Roussey, UEF13:30–14:00 Aalto University — PREIN WP3 PresentationsProf. Paul Verrinder, Aalto University14:15–15:00 VTT — PREIN WP3 PresentationsDr. Timo Aalto, VTT15:00–15:15 Coffee Break15:15–16:00 Brainstorming SessionPREIN WP3 & PREIN 2.016:00–16:30 SipFAB IntroductionDr. Tuomas Lahtinen, Tampere University17:30–19:30 Workshop Dinner(Dinner covered by the event)15:00–21:15 Sauna Session(Open throughout the afternoon and evening)

Tuesday, 17 FebruaryLocation: Tampere University, Meeting Room SL401

09:00–09:30 Overview of the Production ChainFrom Modeling to FoundryProf. Tapio Niemi, Tampere University09:30–11:00 Modeling WorkshopLumerical Scripting CapabilitiesEDR Medeso Online TutorialAnsys Optics and Photonics Team11:00–12:30 Hands-On Peer AssistanceSupport for individual modeling tasks

Turku Tech Week 2026: Day 2 | Edistyneet teknologiat yritysten kasvun vauhdittajina
2026-03-03 08:30 - 15:00
Tervetuloa Turku Tech Weekin toiseen päivään! Päivään kuuluu kaksi tilaisuutta: Edistyneet teknologiat yritysten kasvun vauhdittajina sekä Valon voima (3D-teollinen tulostus, laserhitsaus, laserturvallisuus ja fotoniikka).

Tapahtumat ovat osa viisipäiväistä Turku Tech Weekiä. Tapahtumapaikka: Vierailu- ja innovaatiokeskus Joki | Lemminkäisenkatu 12b, 20520 Turku .

Edistyneet teknologiat yritysten kasvun vauhdittajina

Tilaisuus kokoaa yhteen yritykset, tutkijat ja asiantuntijat löytämään ratkaisuja, miten siru- ja puolijohdeteknologiat, kvanttilaskenta ja tekoälyn mahdollisuudet muovaavat tulevaisuuden liiketoimintaa. Asiantuntijapuheenvuorojen kautta havainnollistetaan, miten uudet teknologiat siirtyvät tutkimuksesta käytäntöön ja avaavat konkreettisia mahdollisuuksia uusille tuotteille, palveluille ja ekosysteemeille.

Tämä tilaisuus on erityisesti sinulle, joka työskentelet teknologian parissa ja tahdot lisätä ymmärrystäsi siru-, kvantti- ja puolijohdeteknologioista, tekoälyä unohtamatta. Kasvu syntyy rohkeudesta, tervetuloa mukaan!

Ohjelma

8.30 Ilmoittautuminen ja aamukahvi

9.00–11.00 (aikataulu tarkentuu)

Tervetuloa – Reetta Vuorinen, Business Turku

Chips from the North -strategia – katsaus toimeenpanoon ja vuoteen 2026 Joonas Mikkilä, Teknologiateollisuus

Puheenvuorossa tarkastellaan, missä vaiheessa sirusektorin Chips from the North -kasvustrategian (2024) toteutus nyt on ja mitä vuosi 2026 merkitsee strategian seuraavana etappina. Joonas Mikkilä toimii Teknologiateollisuus ry:n johtavan asiantuntijana ja työskentelee teknologiapolitiikkaan liittyvien asioiden parissa. Hän myös sihteeröi järjestön puolijohdetoimialaryhmää.

Puolijohdesektorin Suomi-tarina Toni Mattila, Business Finland

Tulevaisuuden kvanttiteknologiat – Mikä on mahdollista jo tänään? Tommi Tenkanen, VTT

Tommi Tenkanen on teoreettinen fyysikko ja tietokirjailija, joka toimii kansallisen kvanttiteknologia-instituutin (InstituteQ:n) innovaatio- ja ekosysteemipilarin johtajana. Aiemmin hän on työskennellyt tutkijana Isossa-Britanniassa ja Yhdysvalloissa, sekä liikkeenjohdon konsulttina BCG:llä. Vuodesta 2024 lähtien hän on toiminut myös syväteknologiaan erikoistuneen Cygnus Quantum -konsulttiyrityksen toimitusjohtajana.

Lumi AI Factory Markus Koskela & Co, CSC

AI-natiivit liiketoimintaprosessit – Case Mylly & ReworkTomi Virtanen, Rework Intelligence

11.00 Tilaisuus päättyy

Kiinnostuneilla on mahdollisuus tutustua LUMI AI Factory:n mahdollisuuksiin!

Valon voima!

Millaisia kasvun mahdollisuuksia 3D-teollinen tulostus, laserhitsaus, laserturvallisuus ja fotoniikka tarjoavat yrityksille. Tule kuulemaan alan kovimpien asiantuntijoiden näkemyksiä aiheesta!

Ohjelma (tarkentuu)

13.00 Tervetuloa

Fotoniikka kasvun mahdollistajanaJuha Purmonen, Toiminnanjohtaja, Photonics Finland

Puheenvuoro tarjoaa yleiskuvan Suomen fotoniikasta kansallisena mahdollistavana avainteknologiana tekoälyn aikakaudella. Photonics Finlandin toiminnanjohtaja ja PREIN-lippulaivan Impact Manager Juha Purmonen avaa, miten valoon perustuvat ratkaisut tukevat kasvua useilla toimialoilla – ruoantuotannosta ja elintarviketurvallisuudesta meriteollisuuteen ja siniseen talouteen. Esitys tuo esiin, miten fotoniikka yhdistyy tekoälyyn sekä siru- ja kvanttiteknologioihin ja luo pohjaa uusille innovaatioille, yhteistyölle ja liiketoimintamahdollisuuksille.

LaserturvallisuusAntti Salminen

Metallien Additive Manufacturing Suomessa – Historiaa ja tulevaisuuden näkymätOlli Nyrhilä, Metallimateriaalien ja AM-sovellusten pioneeri

LaserpuhdistusSami Smeds

LaserhitsausTBD

Lue lisää ja ilmoittaudu tapahtumiin

Building Our Future Semiconductor Talents Workshop
2026-03-10 09:30 - 16:00
Join us in shaping Finland’s semiconductor talent strategy by sharing your insights and highlighting your industry needs. Jointly organised by FICCC, International House Tampere, WorkinFinland and Business Tampere, this workshop offers your company a valuable opportunity to influence the development of Finland’s future semiconductor talent pipeline. Your insights will guide the planning of more effective services, programmes and activities for the industry.Register by 27 February and help shape the future of Finland’s semiconductor talents!

Register

Programme infoVenue: Finlayson Kohtaamisia-tila, Satakunnankatu 18a, Tampere

Agenda:09:30 – 10:00: Registration and breakfast (sponsored)10:00 – 10:10: Welcome and Introduction from the City of Tampere. Speaker: Petri Räsänen, Senior Director, Business Tampere10:10 – 10:25: Welcome and Introduction from FICCC. Speaker: Pasi Pylväs – Director of FICCC10:25 – 10:35: National Activities and Goals to Support Companies. Speaker: Hanna Riski, Senior Advisor, WorkinFinland unit – Business Finland10:35 – 10:50: Update on the Talent Gap in the EU Semiconductor Ecosystem: Speaker: Victoria Cummings, Senior Manager, Workforce Development & EU Projects – SEMI10:50 – 11:05: Summary of Research Results on Talent Needs – Finland. Speaker: Sirpa Salmi, Skills & Talent – FICCC11:05 – 11:10: Menti feedback based on research result11:10 – 11:15: Information about Breakout Group Discussions. Host: Joonas Inha/Karen Ahtiainen 11:15 – 12:30: Lunch (sponsored) 12:30 – 12:35: Move into breakout rooms (Please ask Joonas/Karen for guidance if needed)12:35 – 13:35: Sector-Based Group Discussions in Breakout Rooms (Each group will have a designated facilitator, and discussion questions will be shared in advance to allow for preparation)13:35 – 13:50: Coffee break (sponsored)13:50 – 14:50: Summary of discussion from each group14:50 – 15:05: From Insight to Action: Building Semiconductor Talent from a Company Perspective. Speaker: Hanna Osara, Vice President, People and Culture – Beneq15:05 – 15:15: Closing: Next Steps and Thank You. Speaker: Nuppu Suvanto, Service Manager – International House Tampere15:15 – 16:00: Networking

PhotonQBoost Matching Mission in Prague, Czech Republic: Focus on Manufacturing & Industrial Optics
2026-03-24 09:00 - 2026-03-26 18:00
Photonics in the Czech Republic

The Czech Republic offers a full optical manufacturing chain – from precision machining and polishing of lenses, mirrors, filters and high-performance optical coatings, to the development of sophisticated laser systems, optomechanics, metrology instruments, and cutting-edge microscopy solutions.

Dolní Břežany is home to world-leading laser centers such as ELI Beamlines and HiLASE, representing global excellence in high-power lasers, photonics research, and emerging optical quantum technologies.

Members of the Czech Optical Cluster span a wide spectrum of applications, including advanced microscopy, quantum photonics, defence and space optics, and innovative lighting technologies. Together, they create a strong and dynamic environment for industrial production, research collaboration, and technological innovation.

The Czech Republic is an ideal destination to explore new partnerships and opportunities across photonics, laser systems, optical manufacturing, quantum technologies, and aerospace and defence applications.

PICS & CHIPS - How photonics is changing the future of chips
2026-03-25 16:30 - 18:30
PICs & Chips -After work event at Botania, Joensuu

Wednesday 25th March 2026 16:00-18:00

Photonics Finland together with Finnish Chips Competence Centre FiCCC are organizing a PICS & CHIPS event at Botania on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 16:00 to 18:00. This is an official SOHJO 2026 Side Event.

Chips are at the core of modern society, powering everything from AI and data centres to smart devices, healthcare technologies, clean energy solutions, and defence systems. As global competition intensifies, chips are not just a technological issue but a strategic and economic one. Through the EU Chips Act, Europe is investing billions to strengthen its semiconductor ecosystem, secure supply chains, and accelerate innovation. Finland’s world-class photonics expertise plays a key role in this effort.

How Photonics is revolutionizing the chips industry?

Photonics is essential for chip manufacturing, and Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) are driving new opportunities across AI, computing, sensing, healthcare, and defence. To move innovations from lab to industry, pilot lines are crucial for prototyping, validation, and scalable production.

Joensuu, as one of Finland’s leading hubs for micro- and nanophotonics, offers unique expertise in photonics technologies directly relevant for PICs.

This is not just a technology event. Instead, the discussion will focus on the commercialization opportunities of Joensuu’s photonics expertise — particularly PICs (photonic integrated circuits) — in the rapidly evolving chips industry.

Come and discuss with experts and companies about the role and opportunities of photonics and PICs in the future of chips.

This event is aimed at companies, innovators, and decision-makers interested in the future of semiconductors and photonics-fueled chips.

Register

Join the discussion in a relaxed After-work atmosphere:

This event brings together experts, companies and decision-makers to discuss:

how photonics is reshaping the chips industry

where the major growth and business opportunities lie

why pilot lines are essential for Europe’s chip future

how Finland — and Joensuu in particular — can play a stronger role in the global chips ecosystem

The event is aimed at companies, innovators and decision-makers interested in the future of chips, photonics and technology-driven growth.

Programme (preliminary):

16:00 Doors open, networking coffee and welcome words by Photonics Finland’s Executive DirectorJuha Purmonen

Keynotes:

“Shaping the future – integrated photonics for sensing and more” international keynote speaker will be Prof. Ryszard Piramidowich, who has been involved in developing PIC pilot lines and advancing photonics from laboratories into manufacturing.

“It’s a 10-year race towards 2 trillion semiconductor industry – what Finland brings to the table?” Pasi Pylväs, Finnish Chips Competence Center FiCCC

“Photonics integrated circuits in Joensuu: a glimpse of the future” Professor Matthieu Roussey, UEF

“Inside the AI Hardware Startup” Pauli Turunen, CEO, HyCom Core

17:30 Afterwork drinks and networking at Botania indoor gardens

This event is organized by the Finnish Chips Competence Center FiCCC and Photonics Finland. Limited spaces available!

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Training on Spectral Imaging and its Applications
2026-04-14 09:00 - 15:00
What to expect

Spectral imaging is powerful tool in modern science, machine vision, medicine, industry, agriculture, forestry, arts, and many other areas of modern human activities. Spectral imaging provides an easy way to compare and distinguish objects which look similar to human eyes, but actually different.

This one-day hands-on training course provides opportunity to understand how you can apply spectral imaging in your own field: science, industry, biology, medicine, arts.The course will focus on three technology demonstrations:

Spectra and spectroscopy – a simple way to distinguish objects;

Spectral cameras and their application;

Spectral data processing using non-commercial software (on example of Python).

Course attendees will learn how they could arrange spectral measurements and spectral data processing in their own field.

Course outcomes

Get the idea what is a light spectrum and what is spectral data.

Learn how spectral cameras allow to get images where each spatial pixel is spectrum

Learn that processing of spectal data is very similar to processing of traditional photos and RGB images (such as png, bmp, jpg, etc)

Understanding how spectral imaging can be applied in modern science, medicine or industry

Course audience

It is desirable that course attendees have a basic understanding of photonics: light, light spectrum, infrared light, wavelengths. Understanding of programming at basic level is required: variables and arrays, for loops, if else, numerical data formats (such as integers and floats). Understanding of image processing is desirable but not essential.

This training is meant for people who would benefit from knowledge on imaging technologies, new comers in photonics companies, but also people using imaging for health, agrifood, waste management, etc…

Attendee experience

No previous experience necessary.

360 CARLA Experience Oulu
2026-04-15 09:00 - 13:00
Join us for the next 360 CARLA Experience in Oulu, an exclusive behind‑the‑scenes visit to Detection Technology!

Where: Elektroniikkatie 17, 90590 Oulu

When: 15th April 2026 | 09:00– 13:00

Registration: via this link by April 5th. You will receive further information about the status of your application after registration.

This event is designed for students with a background in medical imaging who want to deepen their understanding of real‑world applications and career paths in the field.

During the visit, participants will begin with a roundtable introduction to get to know our experts and each other. You’ll then hear short presentations from professionals working in customer‑facing technical roles—offering first-hand insights into their work, daily tasks, and the skills that drive success in the industry.

The visit continues with a guided tour of our manufacturing and test laboratory, where you’ll get a rare, close-up look at how cutting‑edge X-ray detector technologies are built, tested, and integrated into medical imaging solutions.

We’ll wrap up the afternoon with a relaxed networking lunch—an ideal opportunity for informal discussions, career questions, and meaningful connections with Detection Technology specialists and other photonics professionals.

Enhanced OLED performance by nanostructures - SCOLED Workshop
2026-04-23 09:30 - 14:00
We are pleased to invite you to an industry-focused event “Enhanced OLED performance by nanostructures” by the SCOLED project (https://scoled.eu/). In this project we have developed a new nanostructure-based method for controlling the directionality and polarization of OLED emission, and for enhancing the OLED performance. In this workshop, we wish to disseminate our results for companies potentially interested in this technology.

The workshop will take place on Thursday 23rd of April 2026, 9:30-14:00 EEST (8:30-13:00 CEST) at Aalto University, School of Business, Ekonominaukio 1, Espoo, Finland; or you can also follow the talks online. The program can be found below.

Please register by Thursday 2nd of April 2026.

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Program (EEST time zone):

The talks (all also on-line) include plenty of time for questions and discussion

09:30 Päivi Törmä: The SCOLED results on OLED light enhancement and manipulation

10:05 Jaime Gomez Rivas: Large area metrology of nanostructured electrodes and chiral OLEDs for circularly polarized light emission

10:30 Johannes Feist: Quantum effects of emitters interacting with nanostructures

10:45-11:15 Coffee break (in-person only)

11:15 Konstantinos Daskalakis: Extending the SCOLED ideas to blue wavelengths

11:40 Juozas Gražulevičius: Synthesis of new emitter materials for nanostructured OLEDs

12:05 William Barnes: New materials for OLED nanostructures

12:30-14:00 Lunch and possibility to discuss with the researchers in more detail (in-person; on-line discussions can be arranged upon request)

We look forward to meeting you in April,

Päivi Törmä (leader of SCOLED), Aalto University

William Barnes, University of Exeter

Konstantinos Daskalakis, University of Turku

Johannes Feist, Autonomous University of Madrid

Jaime Gómez Rivas, Eindhoven University of Technology

Juozas Gražulevičius, Kaunas University of Technology

Please contact Katariina Malmberg (katariina.malmberg@aalto.fi) or Päivi Törmä (paivi.torma@aalto.fi) for any questions.

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them. (SCOLED, GA No. 101098813)

360 CARLA Experience Vantaa
2026-04-24 09:00 - 13:00
Join us on April 24 for a 360 CARLA Experience in the vertical of Energy, Environment, and Sustainability in collaboration with VAISALA.

When: 24th April 2026 | 09:00– 13:00

Where: VAISALA Vanha Nurmijärventie 21, 01670 Vantaa (Finland)

Registration: via this link by April 10th. You will receive further information about the status of your application after registration.

During this visit, participants will take part in a tour de table to introduce themselves, followed by an engaging introduction to VAISALA, its key products and technologies, and the various professional roles within the company. The experience also includes a guided visit to VAISALA’s sensor factory, providing first-hand insight into the sensing world. The afternoon will conclude with a networking lunch, offering an opportunity for informal discussion and connection with VAISALA’s experts and key professionals in Photonics.

What's Up Photonics Finland
2026-05-05 14:00 - 14:15
Welcome to What’s Up Photonics Finland Online Session:Tuesday 5th April 2026, 2PM (EEST), Microsoft Teams

Dedicated to all Photonics Finland members. This is like an informal coffee break, no long presentations, and just 15 min – that’s it. Topics are about opportunities for our members, projects, funding, upcoming events, etc.

Also, we are happy to hear and share any info from our members. If there is some, let us know by contacting our Events and Memberships Manager tuukka.pakarinen(a)photonics.fi.

Link to the monthly What’s Up Photonics Finland – Online Coffee Break

With Best RegardsPhotonics Finland Team

Meet the Experts: EDRMedeso Simulation Events 2026 | Tampere
2026-05-06 09:30 - 16:00
Meet the Experts: EDRMedeso Simulation Events 2026 | Tampere – 6 May

Meet the Experts is EDRMedeso’s flagship simulation event, bringing together engineers and simulation users for a day of practical presentations and demos. The day also includes 75‑minute breakout sessions, including an Optics & Photonics session focused on Ansys Zemax, Lumerical and Speos, covering topics such as lens design and optimisation, stray light analysis, photonics simulation, and real‑world user cases.

Who should attend:

This event is designed for people interested in simulation technology. The Optics & Photonics breakout session is especially relevant for Ansys Zemax, Lumerical and Speos users, as well as optics & photonics engineers interested in optical simulation.

Register for free

Meet the Experts Vantaa, Finland | EDRMedeso Simulation Event
2026-05-07 09:30 - 16:00
Meet the Experts: EDRMedeso Simulation Events 2026 | Vantaa – 7 May

Meet the Experts is EDRMedeso’s flagship simulation event, bringing together engineers and simulation users for a day of practical presentations and demos. The day also includes 75‑minute breakout sessions, including an Optics & Photonics session focused on Ansys Zemax, Lumerical and Speos, covering topics such as lens design and optimisation, stray light analysis, photonics simulation, and real‑world user cases.

Who should attend:

This event is designed for people interested in simulation technology. The Optics & Photonics breakout session is especially relevant for Ansys Zemax, Lumerical and Speos users, as well as optics & photonics engineers interested in optical simulation.

Register for free

Light for Families – Valoa Perheille
2026-05-09 10:00 - 14:00
This spring, “Light for Families” dives into the world of colours with the theme The Colour Revolution!

University of Eastern Finland, University of Eastern Finland’s LUMA Center, and the Photonics Flagship PREIN warmly welcome you to the Valoa perheille event on Saturday, 9 May 2026, from 10:00 to 14:00 at the Joensuu Art Garden Botania. Valoa perheille event is being organised for the sixth time, and its popularity has grown year by year, bringing photonics—the science of light—closer to children and young people.

This spring, we will explore the fascinating world of colours through light. The theme of the event is colours: where they come from, why we see them the way we do, and what surprising things light reveals about the colours in our environment. The programme offers fun and insightful activities for the whole family.

Children (approximately 3–12 years old) can take part in an exciting colour adventure, uncovering the secrets of colours through the science of light. The adventure is suitable for the youngest children together with an adult, and for older children independently. As is tradition, participants can also make a Mother’s Day gift during the day—naturally using colours and photonics. In addition, you will have the opportunity to explore the enchanting surroundings of the Joensuu Art Garden Botania, where colours shine and inspire everywhere.

The event is free of charge and open to everyone. Come and enjoy a bright spring day with your family, learn something new, and celebrate Mother’s Day in the spirit of colours and light.

For more information, please contact Iiro Muhonen via email at iiro.muhonen@uef.fi or by phone at 050 324 2548.

OPD2026 - Optics and Photonics Days in Jyväskylä, Finland
2026-05-26 08:00 - 17:00
Next year, OPD2026 will be held at Paviljonki, Jyväskylä, Finland 26. – 28. May 2026.

Book your place as an exhibitor, maximize your visibility with our sponsorship opportunities or register as an attendee: Register for OPD2026

As the largest yearly photonics event in the Nordics, OPD2026 will bring together the international photonics community in Finland.

Event highlights include:

International Plenary talks

Academic & Industrial sessions

47 exhibitors and over 400 visitors

Networking with companies, students and researchers

Enterprise Europe Network matchmaking with Business Finland

Poster- and Pitch sessions

Panel discussions

Job Fair and Student event

Networking dinner

Photonics Finland members can register with discounted fees, so if you’re not a Photonics Finland member yet, now is the perfect time to join us.

See you at OPD2026!

For any questions, please contact our Events & Memberships Manager Tuukka Pakarinen tuukka.pakarinen(at)photonics.fi

Visit the OPD2026 website

Photonics Partnership Annual Meeting 2026
2026-06-09 08:00 - 2026-06-10 17:00
Photonics Partnership Annual Meeting 2026 will take place at the Double Tree by Hilton Brussels City Hotel in Brussels, Belgium.

Benefit of the early bird rate & register now to the next Photonics Partnership Annual Meeting 2026! The event will focus on photonics in the next EU Framework Programme and will present the new Photonics Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda to the European Commission.

You can view the draft event programme.

The 30th International Semiconductor Laser Conference 2026
2026-06-14 08:00 - 2026-06-17 17:00
We welcome you to Tampere, Finland to join us at the 30th International Semiconductor Laser Conference (ISLC 2026)!

The ISLC has a tradition of more than 50 years of bringing together specialists in the field of semiconductor lasers, amplifiers and LEDs. The conference is run in a single session format, providing an opportunity to all participants for fruitful discussions and networking. In addition, June is a great time to experience Tampere and the beautiful peace and quiet of the nature around it.

The abstract submission deadline has been extended to 05.02.2026.

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PREIN and Photonics Finland at Suomi Areena in Pori
2026-06-26 12:00 - 12:45
PREIN Photonics Flagship and Photonics Finland are organising a panel at Suomi Areena in Pori also this year.

More information coming soon!

Photonics4Health workshop, side event of Health Insights, Kuopio
2026-08-19 08:00 - 2026-08-20 17:00 | Kuopio Music Centre, Kuopionlahdenkatu 23, Kuopio
Photonics4Health Workshop

Photonics Finland is organising a Photonics4Health workshop as a side event in Health Insights 2026 event, hosted by the Kuopio Health cluster. The workshop will take place on the morning of 19 August 2026.

The workshop will highlight the role of photonics in health and medical applications, bringing together experts and stakeholders to explore emerging opportunities and innovations in the field.More detailed programme information will be announced closer to the event.

Participation in the Photonics4Health workshop is free of charge.Please note that registration to the Health Insights 2026 event is required separately and is subject to the event’s participation fees.

By attending the Photonics4Health workshop, you will:

Expand your network and connect with experts in photonics and health technologies

Discover new collaboration and business opportunities in the Photonics4Health domain

Engage in insightful discussions with professionals from research, industry, and innovation ecosystems

Gain a closer look at how photonics is contributing to the growth of data-driven health ecosystem as an emerging international hub

To register for the event, sign up here: Registration form

Tentative Agenda

09:00 – 09:05 Welcome Remarks

09:05 – 09:20 Business Finland Talk

09:20 – 09:40 VTT

09:40 – 10:00 End-User Presentation, TBC

10:00 – 10:20 SeeTrue Technologies

10:20 – 10:50 Coffee & Networking Break

10:50 – 11:10 End-User Presentation, TBC

11:10 – 11:30 Talk by Marginum on Aspirate tissue monitoring – a groundbreaking new surgical technique for oncological surgery

11:30 – 11:50 End-User Presentation, TBC

11:50 – 12:00 Farewell Remarks

About Health Insights 2026

Health Insights 2026 will take place on 19–20 August 2026 in Kuopio, bringing together professionals, companies, startups, researchers, investors, and public sector leaders shaping the future of health.

The event offers two inspiring days at the Kuopio Music Centre, featuring high-level discussions, networking, and collaboration opportunities across the health ecosystem. Known for its dynamic atmosphere, Health Insights also provides valuable opportunities for informal exchanges and meaningful connections.

19.–20.8.2026 Kuopion Musiikkikeskus | Kuopio Music Centre, Finland

EOSAM 2026
2026-08-24 08:00 - 2026-08-28 17:00
The European Optical Society Annual Meeting, EOSAM, is a major international scientific conference and exhibition covering all aspects of optics and photonics.

The 14th EOSAM is organized in Tampere, Finland, 24-28 August 2026.

EOSAM 2026 is organized by The European Optical Society, EOS, in close collaboration with Photonics Finland (EOS National Society Member), Tampere University, and PREIN Flagship.

EOSAM serves as a premier platform for presenting cutting-edge research, showcasing the latest technological advancements and applications, fostering meaningful connections, and bridging the gap between research, education, and industry. Submissions will be welcomed for both oral and poster presentations. The event also features an industrial exhibition alongside a robust scientific and industrial program, offering valuable opportunities for collaboration between academia and industry.

At EOSAM, you can look forward to a dynamic and engaging week that includes:

A Comprehensive Scientific and Industrial Program featuring the latest research and technological developments in optics and photonics.

Tutorials offering in-depth sessions on specialized topics, held just before the main conference begins.

Plenary and Invited Talks delivering insights from leading experts and pioneers in the field.

A Global Audience, with participants representing over 30 countries, fostering diverse perspectives and international collaboration.

Networking Opportunities through dedicated events designed to encourage collaboration and meaningful knowledge exchange.

An Industrial Exhibition showcasing the latest innovations and creating valuable connections between academia and industry.

An Early-Career Researcher Program supporting the next generation of scientists with tailored sessions, mentoring opportunities, and professional development resources.

Each year, EOSAM is hosted in a different leading hub of optics and photonics, allowing it to better engage with local communities and deliver a unique experience to attendees. Since its inception in 2006, EOSAM has been held in France, Scotland, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, and Portugal. Have a look at the 2025 EOSAM in Delft, or any of the previous EOSAM events, in preparation for joining us in 2026.

EOS is very excited to partner with Finland for the 2026 EOSAM event. See you in Tampere 24-28 August 2026!
