Optics and photonics industry gathering at Optatec 2026

This specialized event brings together experts, manufacturers, and users from the fields of optical engineering, precision optics, photonics, and image processing, promoting exchange between research and industry. The trade fair offers a platform for communication and knowledge transfer and is complemented by an attractive supporting program. Optical technologies, considered key technologies of the 21st century, are crucial for industries such as medical technology and automotive engineering.

Optatec presents applications that address ecological, economic, and technical challenges. With around 1,000 companies and 190,000 employees, the German photonics industry is an important economic sector. The trade fair showcases cross-sectional technologies that drive innovation across industries in areas such as mechanical engineering and automotive engineering.