W3+ Fair Jena 2026

Meet the IVAM Focus Group Photonics at W3+ Fair Jena

Join the IVAM Focus Group Photonics at W3+ Fair Jena on September 24, 2026 and connect with experts from across the photonics and microtechnology community. The meeting offers an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas, discover the latest technological developments and expand your professional network.

IVAM Session: Photonics for Microtechnology

📅 September 24, 2026 | ⏰ from 1:00 PM | 📍 Jena

The focus group will host the session:

Photonics for Microtechnology: Advanced Optical Components Enabling Precision Manufacturing, Imaging and Micro-Scale Innovation

and these presentations:

• “From Optical Path to Sensor Level – Stray Light Optimization with Acktar Coatings GmbH” von Dr. Alexander Telle, ACM Coatings GmbH (subsidiary of Acktar Ltd.)
• “Optical filters for industrial and medical applications” von Almut Bailly, Chroma Technology GmbH
• “Maßgeschneiderte Optikfilter für die Mikrotechnologie: Von der Fluoreszenzspektroskopie bis zur hyperspektralen Bildgebung” von Dr.-Ing. Oliver Pust, Delta Optical Thin Film A/S

Following the session, participants are invited to join the IVAM Guided Tour "Photonics in Action: From Light Control to Smart Optical Systems". 

The tour visits selected exhibitors and provides insights into advanced materials, optical coatings, micro-optics, photonic integration and precision metrology: key technologies that enable next-generation photonic systems.

Why attend the W3+ Fair?

The W3+ Fair Jena is one of Europe's leading networking events for enabling technologies. It brings together companies, research institutes and users from the fields of optics, photonics, electronics and precision engineering with key application industries such as MedTech, Life Sciences, Automotive, Aerospace, Consumer Electronics and Machinery.

Hosted in Jena—one of Europe's most important photonics hubs—the event offers a unique environment for innovation, collaboration and business development. International technology leaders, hidden champions, start-ups and research organizations come together to showcase cutting-edge technologies and discuss future market trends.

Your benefits

• Connect with leading experts from industry and research.
• Discover innovations across the enabling technologies ecosystem.
• Build valuable business relationships and explore new collaboration opportunities.
• Gain insights from a high-quality conference program featuring renowned speakers and industry experts.
• Meet more than 15,000 qualified industry contacts through the W3+ Fair network.

Join us in Jena

Whether you are already active in the IVAM community or interested in joining the discussion, the IVAM Focus Group Photonics Meeting is the perfect opportunity to connect with experts and gain fresh insights into the future of photonics and microtechnology.

For more information about the exhibition and conference program, please visit the W3+ Fair website.

Contact Alice Kasjanow  to receive your exclusive trade fair ticket.

We look forward to meeting you in Jena!