EVENT 18 September 2026

“Modern Optical Manufacturing” Comes to Hattingen (Partner event Optence)

The 16th Autumn Conference “Modern Optical Manufacturing” will bring together experts, companies and professionals from the optics and photonics industries in Hattingen on November 4 and 5.


About this event

The established industry event offers two days of up-to-date technical information, valuable insights and, above all, an excellent platform for personal Netherlands.
Across four diverse sessions – “Business ready for future,” “Application,” “Optical Manufacturing” and “Photonics and Semiconductor Technology” – participants will gain insights into current developments, technologies and challenges facing the industry. In addition to professional exchange and knowledge transfer, networking is a key element of the conference. The Autumn Conference provides an ideal setting for Dutch and German experts to meet, exchange ideas, establish new contacts and explore opportunities for joint cooperation.
The 16th Autumn Conference “Modern Optical Manufacturing” combines high-quality technical information with personal exchange and international networking. For Dutch participants in particular, this year’s event offers a special opportunity: the established conference is taking place virtually “on your doorstep,” making it easy to connect with the German industry network without the need for extensive travel.
Join us and take advantage of the many opportunities offered by the 16th Autumn Conference “Modern Optical Manufacturing” in Hattingen. We look forward to meeting you and exchanging ideas!
Further information:

4 November 2026


Germany

LWL-Museum Henrichshütte Werksstr. 31-33 45527 Hattingen Deutschland


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