Support
Innovation support
Technology support
With over 30 renowned photonics technology support providers, the PhotonHub partner network spans a wide range of cutting-edge technology platforms, facilitating open access and guided orientation to the broadest possible range of photonics expertise, equipment and technologies available from the best facilities throughout Europe.
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) supports for a deep innovation project are delivered by one or more PhotonHub partners who provide guidance on commercial and technical development through photonics-led innovation. This offering covers the entire value chain from early-stage concept (TRL2) and prototyping (TRL3-4) to upscaling (TRL5-7).
You can benefit from:
- EU subsidies of up to 100% of the cost of your deep innovation project
- Expert assessment on the technical viability of your planned innovation
- Involvement of one or more partners with the relevant expertise and experience to support your needs through every step of your project
- Access to PhotonHub’s Demo & Experience Centers for hands-on training in your targeted photonics technology domain
- Guidance on photonics manufacturing and the EU supply chain
Support
Business support
When you access PhotonHub’s innovation support, you also gain tailored business support to grow your company. Whether you’re starting up, scaling, or an established SME, we help you refine your strategy, prepare for investment, protect your IP and connect with the right partners to succeed.
Spinouts and Start-ups
PhotonHub Launchpad
Are you turning a breakthrough idea in photonics into a business? The PhotonHub LaunchPad helps early-stage ventures and research spin-outs move faster from lab to market. Our program combines technology development and investment preparation so you can build a market-ready prototype and a compelling business case to attract funding.
Scaling ventures
PhotonHub Scaling Club 2.0
The PhotonHub Scaling Club 2.0 helps growing photonics companies refine their growth strategy, prepare for larger funding rounds and connect with top European investors and partners. Through expert mentoring, investor coaching and strategic networking, the program gives scale-ups the business edge to accelerate expansion.
Photonics-Enabled SMEs
Expert Mentoring
PhotonHub offers a bespoke mentoring and business coaching program to support established SMEs categorised as first users and early adopters of photonics based on an initial business plan review and IRL assessment. The program focuses on providing expert guidance in key areas critical to photonics technology deployment and business growth, helping you to refine your strategy, protect IP, prepare for investment and scale faster.
