Frequently Asked Questions

PhotonHub supports startups, scale-ups, SMEs, and established companies based in Europe looking to develop new products, improve processes, or explore opportunities enabled by photonics technologies.

No. Many companies we support are using photonics for the first time. Our experts help to identify where photonics can add value and guide the entire innovation journey.

Yes. Many companies approach us with a challenge rather than a technical solution. Our experts evaluate your needs and determine whether photonics can help improve performance, reduce costs, increase efficiency, or enable entirely new capabilities.

PhotonHub offers highly subsidized innovation support (i.e., innovation and technology support, access to photonics expertise, feasibility studies, prototyping, testing and upscaling), highly subidized business support (i.e., investor coaching, expert monitoring, strategic networking), and free training support (i.e., in-person training activities with practical demonstrations of how photonics could be an added value for you, and online training activities to learn about the potential of photonics-enabled innovation in your sector or business).

Yes. In addition to technology support, PhotonHub provides business coaching, investment-readiness support, and connections to investors and funding opportunities that can help accelerate growth.

Simply submit your request for support activities through the application form on our website. Our team will review your needs, connect you with the most suitable experts and recommend the support options that best match your requirements.

Depending on the type of support and the size of your organisation, services may be fully subsidised, partially subsidised, or offered through tailored collaboration agreements. Our team will explain the available options during the application process.

Project duration varies depending on objectives, complexity, and scope. Most feasibility studies may be completed within four months on average, 8 months on average for prototyping projects, and 12 months on average for PIC fabrication projects.

Yes. PhotonHub has supported innovation projects across different industries, using photonics technology platforms to turn ideas into reality. Success stories are available on our website.

We understand that innovation requires trust. Confidential information shared during discussions and projects is handled according to appropriate confidentiality agreements and professional standards.

Intellectual property arrangements depend on the specific project and participating partners. These aspects are defined clearly before project activities begin to ensure transparency for all parties.