PhotonQBoost Matching Mission in Poland

Zusammenfassung

This event aims to foster collaborations between actors in Photonics & Quantum Technology and those of the Polish Agrifood & Biotech ecosystem. 

Dates: 21–23 October 2025
Location: Warsaw, Poland

Why come? 

Photonics in Poland. Photonics is a thriving sector in the country, with 6 major academic hubs of more than 10 universities, 6 research institutes, and around 100 companies. Europe is the top export destination of the Polish photonics industry. Technological expertise lies mainly (but not only!) in  

• Materials (for OLED and PV, quantum dits, III-V, GaN, graphene and photonics crystals, soft glasses);
• Special optical fibres; 
• PIC design and nanoprint systems; 
• Quantum cascade laser, femtosecond lasers; 
• Special application optics and thin film coatings 

Agrifood in Poland. The Polish agrifood sector is considerable: More than 1,200 companies were exporting 44% of their production in 2020, a share that keeps increasing. The sector represents 26% of the industry production in Poland and is quick to take photonics innovations up for production, quality control and disinfection.

Who can apply?

PhotonQBoost targets small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) based in Europe that are interested in exploring Photonics and/or Quantum technology solutions to address business challenges related to sustainability, digitalisation, and resilience. 

1. Country of Establishment:
   Applicants must be legally established in an EU Member State or in one of the Horizon Europe Associated Countries. 
2. SME Status:
   Applicants must comply with the EU definition of an SME. The key criteria are: 

• Fewer than 250 employees; 
• Annual turnover not exceeding €50 million or annual balance sheet total not exceeding €43 million. 

What will you get from the event?

Strategic exposure: Gain direct access to key players in the innovation ecosystem and explore how your technologies can contribute to agrifood and biotech transformation.  
Networking and visibility: Present your organisation, discover collaboration opportunities, and position yourself for upcoming PhotonQBoost funding calls.  
Expert guidance and follow-up: During and after the mission, selected SMEs may access further tailored support services from PhotonQBoost. 
Access to future funding opportunities: Learn about the relevant funding opportunities and build your proposal with the present partners. 

Draft programme 

The event focuses on giving participants many opportunities to interact and to learn about each other’s needs and solutions. 

Day 1 (October 21^st – full day) 

• Presentation of the range of funded services of PhotonQBoost 

• Presentations of the Polish Photonics ecosystem, of the Polish Agrifood & Biotech ecosystem, and of the participants to one another 

Day 2 (October 22^nd – full day) 

• Visits of Photonics and Agrifood research facilities and companies 

• Event dinner 

Day 3 (October 23^rd – morning) 

• Presentation of the relevant funding opportunities, including those of PhotonQBoost 

• Ideation and Matching workshops

Register and Apply to our Travel Grant 

Registration is now open! EU SMEs based outside Poland can also apply for a travel grant to support their expenses.  
Up to 20 selected SMEs will receive a €610 flat-rate travel grant, paid upon attendance of the full programme and after submission of the feedback.
Of course, we welcome all interested participants, whether eligible or not for travel funding. 

Register for the Matching Mission in Poland and apply for the travel grant below. The deadline is August 26^th, 2025 at 17h CET. For detailed eligibility criteria, please visit the Open Call page.

Complete the registration form today to reserve your place and become part of this unique mission. Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to register early to secure your spot!

Register here

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