Photonics4Defense - Technology Exchange & Matchmaking

10 – 11 Sept 2026 | Kielce, Poland

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Polish Technological Platform on Photonics

Association/Agency/Cluster

pptf.pl/enWarsaw, Poland

About

PPTF – Polish Technological Platform on Photonics is a leading deep-tech organization in Poland and an employers’ association representing the photonics, microelectronics, and quantum technology sectors.

Acting as a hub for collaboration, PPTF connects companies, research institutions, and public stakeholders through networking, matchmaking, and industry initiatives. It also serves as the coordinator of the microEPC Cluster – the Polish Cluster for Microelectronics, Electronics and Photonics, fostering collaboration across industry, academia, and government while strengthening the national innovation ecosystem.

PPTF members develop technologies of strategic importance for industry and security, including photonics, microelectronics, sensors and detectors, lasers, semiconductor technologies, optical systems, quantum technologies, and other dual-use solutions. PPTF supports its members with market insights, access to funding, and the development of joint R&D projects, skills, and innovation-driven ventures.

As the recognized voice of the sector, PPTF represents the Polish ecosystem at national and international levels, making it a trusted partner for organizations seeking to engage with advanced technologies in Poland. PPTF serves as a gateway to the Polish photonics, microelectronics, and dual-use technology ecosystem, connecting organizations with technology partners and expertise, including capabilities relevant to the defence and security sectors.

Advanced Sensing & Imaging

Advanced sensingImaging technologiesOptical systemsSituational awarenessSurveillanceDetectionTarget recognitionDecision support

Secure Navigation & Communications

Resilient positioningSecure communicationsPhotonicsQuantum technologiesNavigation systemsData protectionInformation exchangeConnectivity

Resilient Manufacturing

Advanced manufacturingAdditive manufacturingDigital technologiesPrototypingSmart productionIndustrial resilienceNext-generation productionDefense supply chains

Horizon Europe

HORIZON-CL4-2027-05-DIGITAL-EMERGING-03: Advanced integrated photonic devices for extended features and ultra-low power consumption (RIA) (Photonics Partnership)HORIZON-CL4-2027-04-DIGITAL-EMERGING-04 Apply AI: Challenge-Driven AI Innovation Booster in Apply AI prioritised sectors (RIA) (Partnership in AI, Data and Robotics)HORIZON-CL4-2027-04-DIGITAL-EMERGING-05: Apply AI; AI-Driven Robotics for Industry; Enabling System Integration and Adoption (IA) (Partnership in AI, Data and Robotics)HORIZON-CL4-2027-SPACE-03-71: Quantum Space Gravimetry topicHORIZON-CL4-2027-01-MAT-PROD-02 Advanced manufacturing for key products (IA) (Partnership: Made in Europe)

Representatives

Director of Operations

Polish Technological Platform on Photonics

professor

Polish Technological Platform on Photonics