European Tech Giants Unite for Photonics Future
Major European companies, including Bosch, Volkswagen, and Nokia, have joined forces to secure the future of photonics in the EU's next Framework Programme (FP10).
- Bosch
- Volkswagen
- Mercedes-Benz
- Nokia Bell Labs
- ZEISS
- TRUMPF
- EssilorLuxottica
These industry leaders are warning that without a dedicated strategy, Europe risks falling behind China and the US in the global photonics race, which underpins 20% of the EU economy.
Europe's defence, automotive, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecoms sectors are at risk of losing ground to global competitors.
Author's summary: Europe's tech giants unite to secure photonics future.