24-25 September 2026 I Malaga, Spain I Booth 9
We are proud to attend the Global Photonics Economic Forum 2026, the executive-level forum exclusively dedicated to the global economic future of optics and photonics. Organised by Optica, this third edition convenes in Málaga, Spain, on 24–25 September 2026, bringing together the most senior voices in the industry to define joint strategies for navigating today’s volatile geopolitical and trade landscape — from supply chain resilience and semiconductor sovereignty to the long-term impact of AI and quantum technologies.
For LIGENTEC, this forum carries particular relevance. As Europe’s pure-play Silicon Nitride photonic foundry — with operations across Switzerland, France, and Belgium — we sit at the intersection of every theme on the agenda: sovereign manufacturing, heterogeneous integration at scale, and the infrastructure demands that quantum and AI workloads are placing on photonic platforms. These are not abstract policy questions for us. They are the decisions our customers, partners, and supply chain navigate every single day, from first MPW prototype to full-volume production.
Meet Our Team at Booth #9
We will be represented by our senior leadership team:
- Thomas Hessler – Chief Executive Officer
- Michael Geiselmann – Chief Commercial Officer
Stop by Booth #9 on the exhibition floor for a direct conversation about the opportunities and challenges currently shaping our industry and your roadmap. Whether you are a customer, partner, or fellow industry leader, we look forward to connecting with you. Want to meet during the event? Get in touch to schedule a meeting in advance at i[email protected].
About the Global Photonics Economic Forum 2026
The Global Photonics Economic Forum 2026 brings together CEOs and senior executives to address the forces reshaping photonics and semiconductors worldwide. Key themes include geopolitical trade dynamics, scaling photonics innovation, strategic investment, and the role of photonics in defence and critical technologies.