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On December 5th, Photonics Industries Australia (PIA) hosted its first networking event at Norseld’s impressive facility in Adelaide — and what a fantastic kick-off it was! A huge thank you to Peter Schute for helping make this event such a success.

Despite coinciding with the ANZCOP conference, we welcomed 17 participants, including industry leaders, researchers, and key stakeholders, all eager to strengthen and advance Australia’s photonics sector. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive — attendees appreciated the opportunity to connect, share ideas, and explore Norseld’s cutting-edge medical laser and precision optical manufacturing capabilities.

This event marks the beginning of something big. As a national body, PIA builds on a decade of South Australia's photonics initiatives, uniting innovators to foster education, investment, and growth. And this is just the start — we expect even greater attendance and engagement at our next event!

Thank you to everyone who joined us. Let’s keep the momentum going as we shape the future of Australia’s photonics industry.

Stay tuned for more events and opportunities — we can’t wait to see you next time!

On Friday, 29th November 2024, Photonics Insdustries Australia in partnership with IPAS hosted the Collaboration in Focus: Networking with ELI Beamlines event at the University of Adelaide. Over 60 attendees from South Australia’s photonics and laser industries participated in the event, which featured talks from international and local experts.

Roman Hevzda, Director of ELI Beamlines, the world’s largest high-power laser facility, provided an overview of the ELI Project, outlining potential collaboration opportunities in areas such as laser-driven fusion, advanced manufacturing, joint education initiatives, staff exchanges, and support for young researchers.

Professor Miftar Ganija, founder of the DualTech-USPL Research Group, spoke about the development of an ultrafast science ecosystem in Australia, emphasizing its potential impact across clean energy, defence, health, and industry. Dr Sergey Pikuz also shared insights into his work, contributing further to the discussions. Warren McKenzie facilitated the event as MC.

Attendees included representatives from the University of Adelaide, DualTech USPL, IPAS, the local photonics industries, and HB11 Energy. One participant noted, “Events like these underscore the importance of fostering connections and sharing knowledge to drive innovation and progress. I look forward to seeing how these collaborations evolve and lead to advancements in the field.”

The event concluded with a networking reception, providing an opportunity for participants to connect and explore potential partnerships. We thanks all speakers and attendees for contributing to a productive discussion.

May 23, 2024 Adelaide— A significant milestone in the advancement of photonics technology in Australia has been achieved with the establishment of Photonics Industries Australia, a company limited by guarantee. Officially recognised today, this organisation is set to spearhead initiatives that will drive the growth and development of the photonics sector across the nation.

"With the formation of Photonics Industries Australia, we are taking a giant leap towards a brighter future for photonics in this country," said Laurence Deziel, Director. "Photonics technologies are crucial for various applications including telecommunications, medical devices, and environmental monitoring."

As it begins its operations, Photonics Industries Australia invites stakeholders from academia, industry, and government to join forces in building a robust ecosystem that will drive technological advancements and economic growth.