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DBT Mission to Photonics West 2025

27th-30th January 2025

Join the Department for Business and Trade’s delegation to Photonics West in San Francisco

About Photonics West

Organised by SPIE, Photonics West is the largest international trade show for photonics companies. The programme boasts nearly 100 conferences on cutting-edge topics such as lasers, optoelectronics and enabling quantum technologies; technical and networking events to make valuable contacts; and presentations from distinguished speakers sharing their research and vision of the future. 

Our mission 

Our objective is to support innovative UK businesses in the photonics industry who are seeking trade and investment opportunities in the US. Alongside gaining access to the trade show itself, companies that join DBT’s delegation will benefit from an in-market welcome briefing, feature in the UK delegation digital lookbook, and join our exclusive networking events. We are looking for high-growth and high-potential UK companies working in photonics – including as an application of semiconductors, in manufacturing of semiconductors, and in enabling quantum technology devices.

Indicative programme - subject to change: 

  • British Consulate Breakfast Briefing: Delegates will meet the British Consulate team, Science and Innovation Network and the Photonics Leadership Group. 
  • An invitation to the UK Government’s Evening Reception to facilitate introductions between UK delegates and major US stakeholders, investors and thought leaders in the photonics ecosystem. 
  • A networking and thought leadership activity with Silicon Valley VCs.
  • UK pavilion networking opportunity, providing a chance to network with invited guests and companies.

Please note that booth space at Photonics West is not provided as part of the trade mission. While all activities are provided free of charge, there are no financial subsidies available to participating companies, and successful applicants will be expected to fund their travel, accommodation, and subsistence costs. 

    Click the 'Register' button to apply. Applications close at 23:59 on the 15th of November 2024. You will be informed of the outcome of your application by the end of November. 

    If you have any questions, please contact Keziah Morley at keziah.morley@businessandtrade.gov.uk 

    Click the 'Register' button to apply. Applications close at 23:59 on the 15th of November 2024. You will be informed of the outcome of your application by the end of November.