European Photonics Industry Consortium EPIC

EPIC welcomes new members to its board of directors

European Photonics Industry Consortium (EPIC) appointed CSO of Exosens and the President of CNR.

EPIC honors members at its annual meeting

At the photonics association’s assembly in Barcelona, awards were presented to the CEOs of NIL Technology, IMM Photonics, and the founder of Amplitude Laser

Lasers4MaaS launches in December

EU-funded project to achieve advanced laser welding powered by dynamic beam shaping and digital technologies.

Micro-Optics Summit & Expo comes to Amsterdam

Phabulous brings together the value chain for micro-optics in Europe.

“Next-generation photonic sensor systems for transformative impact in automotive, agriculture, and healthcare”

EU-funded project aims to create a holistic framework for the development of next-generation hardware and software solutions, including innovative lidar solutions and CMOS imaging technologies.

EPIC welcomes new member to its board of directors

Managing director of Trumpf Laser, Björn Dymke, succeeds his colleague, Trumpf CTO Berthold Schmidt

Laser applications boost battery manufacturing efficiency

During a two-day meeting hosted by the University of Stuttgart at the cutting-edge research campus ARENA2036, a panel of experts discussed the latest developments, new applications, and market trends.

EPIC Meeting on Photonics for Space

Opening new horizons at the Exail facility in Paris, France.

Pulsate 2nd round projects selected

12 experimental projects were successful in the open call for second technology transfer experiments addressing laser-based advanced and additive manufacturing.

High-throughput, low-cost surface production

Project LAMpAS presents the first laser system that can achieve controlled topographic characteristics.

Open call for LBAAM technology in production

On 2 May 2022, the EU-funded Pulsate project launched the Technology Transfer Experiments (TTE) open call for LBAAM technology in production environments.

EPIC hires Antonio Castelo as Photonics Technologies Program Manager

Dr Castelo started in April 2022 and will be supporting the technical needs of the growing membership as well as the EU-funded initiatives.

Ulrike Helfferich joins EPIC as COO

EPIC strengthens its team by appointing Helfferich as chief operating officer, to supervise daily business operations lead, key initiatives, and implement organization-wide strategies.

EPIC hires photonics technologies program managers

To address the needs of its members, EPIC strengthens its team by recruiting Dr Ivan Nikitski and Dr Jérémy Picot-Clémente to support the technical needs of the growing membership as well as the EU-funded initiatives.

New EPIC market report “future of thermal imaging”

Thermal scanning boomed during the current pandemic. A large number of systems are available, many of them have been launched during Covid-19 in a short time. The number of companies offering thermal screening or infrared fever measurement multiplied.

Cirdan launches “Photonics” certificate

With collaboration from C8 Technologies, Cirdan Capital Management has launched a certificate based on the Solactive EPIC Core Photonics Index.

Prototype in-line monitoring system for laser surface structuring

The system allows monitoring of the process stability involved in laser structuring for the design of a new range of functionalized surfaces such as easy to clean finishes for ovens, fridges, and other home appliances.

21 October to Celebrate Day of Photonics 2021!

Photonics anthem and music video launch: “Stand by your Girl” – photonics superhero Stella invites you to #GooglePhotonics on 21 October!

EPIC hires photonic technologies program manager

Panagiotis Vergyris’ expertise includes optical techniques for material characterization, quantum and classical communication systems, meteorology and atmospheric measurements, innovating microfabrication protocols, space and defense, and health care.

Day of Photonics activity competition

This year we are announcing a special competition and a special award for the most popular Day of Photonics activity. The main prize is a virtual badge for the most popular activity issued by the Day of Photonics. Showcase the award on your website, social media and marketing materials!

Powerful new external cavity laser module

Anyone with demanding laser requirements for their product has an opportunity to attend Chilas’ new product launch and be among the first to discover the possibilities it can offer. The launch will be held online with the support of European Photonics Industry Consortium (EPIC).

MedPhab launches open call to support photonic medical device innovation

Europe’s first pilot line for photonics-based medical devices supports companies in the development of new medical diagnostics solutions.

Two new board members for EPIC

European Photonics Industry Consortium conducted its Annual General Meeting on 15 April

Access Space Alliance and EPIC collaborate

Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen the photonics and new space industries

PHABULOuS Pilot Line Association established

Serving the market with free-form micro-optics solution

EMVA and EPIC increase cooperation