More about the Association

About us

OptecNet Deutschland is the association of eight regional networks in the field of optical technologies at federal level. We work together on international collaborations, Germany-wide public relations for optical technologies, technology transfer, trade fair appearances as well as the promotion of innovation and young talent.

Our goal is to connect business, science and politics and to promote innovation.

Around 600 companies and research institutions are closely networked in the regional networks, whose competencies cover the entire range of “optical technologies made in Germany”.

The statutes of OptecNet Germany can be found here: Statutes.

What we do

International collaborations

Supporting the regional innovation networks and their members in establishing international contacts and business relationships, e.g. through joint booths at international trade fairs, partnering events and delegation trips.

Job Board

We offer the only industry-specific job exchange for the photonics industry in Germany. Our members publish their job offers free of charge on our homepage. You can also find job boards and information about career opportunities at national trade fairs.

To the job board

Germany-wide public relations for Optical Technologies

  • Joint booths at national and international trade fairs
  • Information booths at colloquia, congresses and other events
  • Monthly newsletter
  • Articles in specialist magazines
  • LinkedIn

Technology Transfer and Innovation Promotion

  • Events and specialist forums with experts from business and science
  • Implementation of the “Open Innovation” approach with new ways to find and exploit ideas