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Photoniques
Number 128, 2024
Sustainable photonics
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| Page(s) | 24 - 27 | |
| Section | Zoom | |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/photon/202412824 | |
| Published online | 25 November 2024 | |
Photonics in Germany
Head of the Photonics Division, SPECTARIS – German Industry Association for Optics, Photonics, Analytical and Medical Technologies Werderscher Markt 15, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Germany has established itself as a global leader in photonics, excelling in optical and laser technologies. This article examines the country's photonics industry, which accounted for €51.7 billion in 2023 and is essential to sectors such as healthcare, Industry 4.0 and, more recently, quantum technologies. Key contributors include companies such as ZEISS, TRUMPF and hundreds of SMEs, supported by robust educational institutions and research organizations such as the Fraunhofer Institutes. Government initiatives like “Photonik Forschung Deutschland” and the Research Program “Quantensysteme” have ensured continuous innovation. Emerging trends in quantum systems, laser fusion and ultrafast lasers further secure Germany's position at the forefront of global photonics advances.
© The authors, published by EDP Sciences, 2024
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