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Probiomedica is a company focused on developing innovative biomedical devices that integrate engineering, biology, photonics, and robotics for health and personal care applications. The company specializes in creating small swallowable capsules designed to emit light at specific wavelengths, utilizing the principles of Photodynamic therapy. This technology aims to enhance the photo-killing of harmful bacteria such as Helicobacter pylori, which is associated with conditions like gastritis, peptic ulcers, and gastric cancer. By employing these advanced photonic techniques, Probiomedica seeks to offer effective treatments that minimize reliance on pharmaceuticals and reduce the risk of drug-related side effects, thereby improving patient outcomes in the realm of gastrointestinal health.

Vulcur Medtech is a medical device development company based in Vanløse, Denmark, established in 2018. The company specializes in wound healing through its innovative VMT laser technology, which targets chronic wounds that are otherwise difficult to treat. This advanced device utilizes laser pulses that effectively eliminate biofilm-producing bacteria while preserving healthy human cells, promoting the body's natural healing process. By significantly reducing healing time, Vulcur Medtech enhances the quality of life for patients suffering from chronic wounds.

Deneb Medical is a start-up focused on creating a robotic platform intended for various surgical applications, including neurosurgery, cranio-maxillofacial surgery, head and neck surgery, urology, and general surgery. The company's technology centers around a laser-based robotic surgery system that assists surgeons, particularly in spine surgery, by utilizing optical and photonic techniques for tissue ablation. This innovative system enhances surgical precision and efficiency through features such as three-dimensional visualization and augmented reality guidance, ultimately aiming to facilitate minimally invasive procedures and improve patient outcomes.

TomoWave is a company focused on developing innovative imaging technologies for clinical medicine and preclinical research. Utilizing its proprietary optoacoustic and laser ultrasonic imaging modalities, TomoWave aims to enhance cancer detection, guide medical interventions, and monitor the effectiveness of cancer therapies. The company's technology, which captures images by "listening to the sound of light," allows for highly detailed visualization of tissues, particularly in relation to vascular and blood-related conditions. Founded by Dr. Alexander Oraevsky, a pioneer in biomedical optoacoustics, TomoWave has a strong emphasis on generating intellectual property and advancing it from concept to validated clinical prototypes. The company is committed to bringing its technologies to market through appropriate regulatory certifications, thus contributing to improved diagnostic capabilities in healthcare.

SCANOVIS developed a spectroscopic laser scanner that makes invisible fingerprints visible.

SMART Photonics specializes in the development and production of integrated photonic chips that utilize light for data transmission, enhancing speed and bandwidth while lowering energy consumption. The company provides a versatile portfolio that includes easy access to Multi-Project Wafer runs, facilitating low-cost and rapid prototyping of photonic integrated circuits. Additionally, SMART Photonics offers engineering services tailored to meet specific customer requirements, along with production development for volume manufacturing of customized products. By focusing on these innovative processes, the company aims to support advancements in various sectors, such as healthcare and mobility, enabling clients to efficiently manage and transmit large volumes of data.

SmartRay is a manufacturer and developer of advanced three-dimensional sensors and quality control equipment designed to enhance efficiency in various industries. The company focuses on creating a unique range of 3D sensors that are easy to deploy, operate reliably, and are compact and economical. These sensors provide effective inspection, guidance, and measurement solutions, catering to the needs of manufacturers, machine builders, and system integrators globally. By offering innovative optical and laser instruments, SmartRay aims to reduce manufacturing costs and optimize production processes for its clients.

Oxford Endovascular is focused on developing an innovative medical device for the treatment of brain aneurysms. The company's technology employs a laser-cut metal alloy with shape-memory properties, which can be inserted into a patient's brain via a catheter. Once in place, the device expands into a tiny mesh tube, known as a flow diverter, that conforms to the natural shape of the blood vessel. This design effectively diverts blood flow away from the aneurysm, facilitating its healing and reducing the risk of rupture. By utilizing advanced origami engineering, Oxford Endovascular aims to enhance patient outcomes and improve survival rates for those affected by intracranial aneurysms.

neoLASE GmbH specializes in the development and manufacturing of high-performance diode pumped solid state laser solutions tailored for industrial and scientific applications. Founded in 2007 and based in Hannover, Germany, the company offers a diverse range of products, including pulsed laser systems, laser amplifiers, oscillators, and MOPA lasers, as well as customized laser electronics. Their technology leverages advanced designs such as diode end-pumping, q-switching, and frequency conversion, ensuring high brilliance and precision. neoLASE's modular product concept allows for flexibility in achieving various laser parameters and functionalities, making their solutions suitable for applications like copper welding, thin film processing, and laser micromachining. The company draws on extensive experience from its origins in the laser development department of the Laser Centre Hannover, positioning itself as a competent partner for industries looking to integrate advanced laser technology into their operations.

Lab-on-Fiber GmbH, based in Halle, Germany, specializes in the development and production of advanced medical laser probes and systems aimed at enhancing minimally invasive surgical procedures. The company offers a range of fiber delivery systems, including surgical and urology fiber probes. By providing optimized radiation profiles and real-time temperature monitoring at the probe surface, Lab-on-Fiber's technology helps surgeons reduce operating times, improve treatment outcomes, and enhance patient safety. Their innovative solutions are designed to streamline laser surgery while minimizing potential complications, positioning Lab-on-Fiber as a key player in the medical technology sector.

Hypermemo specializes in advanced glass processing technology through its innovative GLAZER system, which consolidates multiple glass operations into a single tool. This technology allows for cutting, chamfering, smart glass surface treatment, edge deletion, marking, and engraving, all performed on one table without the need for chips, liquids, or abrasive powders. Utilizing a high-frequency gas laser with short pulses, GLAZER enhances glass processing efficiency and precision, offering a competitive edge over traditional mechanical methods. By transforming conventional techniques into a more contactless and environmentally friendly approach, Hypermemo aims to redefine the glass processing industry.

FYLA Laser S.L., established in 2006 and headquartered in Valencia, Spain, specializes in the manufacture of advanced laser technologies. The company produces a range of fiber lasers, including white in-fiber lasers, soft pulse in-fiber lasers, cold pulse in-fiber lasers, and supercontinuum lasers, as well as ultrafast pulsed lasers and accessory modules. These products cater to various industries, with notable applications in materials processing, bio-imaging, and industrial metrology. FYLA aims to lead industry transformation by leveraging photonics to develop new sectors and applications, while focusing on quality and profitability for its clients. The organization emphasizes the importance of technology, skilled personnel, and core values in driving innovation and expanding its client base across life sciences, materials processing, and optical communications.

Deneb Medical is a start-up focused on creating a robotic platform intended for various surgical applications, including neurosurgery, cranio-maxillofacial surgery, head and neck surgery, urology, and general surgery. The company's technology centers around a laser-based robotic surgery system that assists surgeons, particularly in spine surgery, by utilizing optical and photonic techniques for tissue ablation. This innovative system enhances surgical precision and efficiency through features such as three-dimensional visualization and augmented reality guidance, ultimately aiming to facilitate minimally invasive procedures and improve patient outcomes.

Neola Medical AB is focused on advancing neonatal intensive care through its innovative device, NEOLA. This medical technology offers continuous monitoring of lung function and real-time alerts for life-threatening complications in preterm infants. By measuring changes in lung volume and oxygen gas concentration, NEOLA aims to enhance patient care, reduce the duration of intensive care stays, and improve overall health outcomes for vulnerable newborns. The company is rooted in Sweden's rich history of medical technology innovation, which has significantly contributed to advancements in healthcare.

HIL Applied Medical is developing a new class of ultra-compact, high-performance accelerators for proton therapy. HIL applies a patented approach to particle acceleration and beam delivery, combining nano-technology with ultra-high-intensity lasers and ultra-fast magnets. These technological breakthroughs enable meaningful reduction in the size, complexity and cost of proton therapy systems, without compromising clinical utility. Thus HIL aims to enable, for the first time, a single-room add-on proton therapy solution that is truly cost-effective. HIL Applied Medical is a privately-held company, backed by VCs and global strategic partners. It is headquartered in the High-Tech Park, Givat Ram, Jerusalem, Israel; and have a wholly-owned subsidiary in Reno, Nevada (United States).

Civan Advanced Technologies is a Jerusalem-based high tech Company specializing in the field of high-brightness, high-power diode and fiber lasers and optical amplifiers. Civan’s products line includes Single Mode (SM) lasers with Continuous Wave (CW) power ranging from 10 Watt to 10 KWatt. Civan leverages its proprietary technology and know-how, combined with its in-house manufacturing infrastructure and expertise, to offer a range of high-power lasers available at a variety of wavelengths from 780 nm to 2.2 micron. The high-power, SM operation at custom wavelengths is unique to Civan. Other advantages of Civan’s lasers include high reliability, customization flexibility, energy saving, low cost, low maintenance and high wall-plug efficiency.

Produtech Srl is an Italian company that specializes in metal sheet processing machines. Established in 1993 as a company oriented in designing and creating industrial automation systems, it cooperated with big industrial groups like Brembo S.p.A., ABB-SACE, and also with Milano-Orio al Serio airport. Subsequently, thanks to the experience gained, it started producing metal sheet processing machines, like bending and punching lines. All Produtech lines are extremely flexible and easy to use, and reach great production performances. In particular, all Produtech lines process COIL sheet by means of innovative systems, all of them protected by Produtech international patents. Produtech continuous effort in R&D led to ISEO fiber laser launch onto the market.

Bird Control Group, headquartered in Delft, Netherlands, specializes in innovative, humane, and sustainable bird control solutions. The company develops and deploys advanced laser deterrents to prevent conflicts between birds and human activities, ensuring safer working environments and minimizing damage across various industries, including aerospace, agriculture, recreation, and real estate. By addressing the root cause of bird-related issues, Bird Control Group's solutions are efficient and long-lasting, contributing to more profitable and environmentally responsible businesses.

Single Quantum is a nanotechnology company specializing in the development of superconducting nanowire single photon detectors (SNSPDs), which are essential for optical imaging and telecommunication systems. These advanced light detectors can identify individual photons, making them ideal for applications in quantum communication, cryptography, infrared fluorescence spectroscopy, and laser ranging. Since its establishment in 2012, Single Quantum has gained recognition for its multi-channel detection systems, which are utilized by over 60 academic and industrial laboratories worldwide for complex optical measurements. The company's commitment to high-quality production is reflected in its use of a high-tech cleanroom environment. With installations across the United States, Europe, Canada, the United Kingdom, Japan, China, Australia, Israel, and South America, Single Quantum continues to contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge technology in the field of photonics.

Alerion specializes in automated intelligent drone solutions for infrastructure maintenance, with a particular emphasis on wind turbine inspections and similar complex environments. The company has developed patented laser navigation and tracking technology, which enables drones to navigate accurately around intricate structures and assess their condition in real-time. This technology supports the inspection of various energy assets and geographically distributed infrastructures, including long networks and pipelines. By providing line inspections, vegetation management services, and comprehensive engineering data collection, Alerion ensures that businesses receive high-quality data for their operational needs.

eMALDI BV is a patented sample preparation technology that transforms the widely used analytical detection method MALDI-MS into a more sensitive up to 100x, robust and faster method. eMALDI solves the critical bottleneck of heterogeneous residue formation in the sample preparation stage. Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization Mass Specrometry (MALDI-MS) is a widely used technique in analytical chemistry, protein and biomedical research for the identification of organic molecules in general. More recently it has found applications in medical hospitals including identification of bacteria and pathogen infections.

OCTLight is a Danish company founded in 2014 as a spin-out from the Technical University of Denmark. Based at Scion DTU Science and Technology Park in Kgs. Lyngby, the company focuses on developing innovative technologies for medical professionals, specifically in the realm of optical coherence tomography. OCTLight specializes in creating swept laser light sources that provide three-dimensional optical imaging, enabling non-invasive techniques for obtaining cross-sectional images of the eye. This technology aids doctors in diagnosing and treating various eye conditions. The company utilizes advanced facilities, including the DTU Danchip National Center for Micro- and Nanofabrication, to support its high-tech product development. A knowledgeable Board of Directors guides OCTLight, combining expertise in medical technology, investment, and industrialization.

SiriusXT Limited, based in Dublin, Ireland, specializes in the development and manufacturing of a soft x-ray microscope known as the SXT system. Founded in 2015, the company primarily serves researchers in disease research and drug discovery. The microscope employs a vacuum-based laser-produced plasma light source, enabling high-resolution imaging of the 3D internal structure of cells in their native, fully hydrated state. This technology is akin to a CT scan for cells, allowing for detailed visualization without the need for stains or contrast agents. The SXT system is particularly beneficial for disease researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and biotechnologists, as it facilitates the understanding of disease pathways, protein-drug interactions, and bio-engineering processes. As the first high-throughput, bench-top soft x-ray microscope, SiriusXT's system can produce full cell 3D tomographs in a matter of minutes, significantly advancing imaging capabilities in scientific research.

Brighterwave develops visible laser light sources and projectors to VR, AR, and mixed reality, and biomedical imaging applications.

Raman Health Technologies specializes in developing a noninvasive diagnostic technology platform that utilizes Raman laser and Infrared spectroscopy. This innovative platform is designed for biomedical applications, particularly in the early diagnosis of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's. By detecting subtle changes in blood plasma, the technology allows for the identification of various diseases without the need for invasive procedures, thus reducing costs and eliminating the need for cerebrospinal fluid extraction. Additionally, Raman Health Technologies is involved in the fabrication of nano-diamonds and their compounds, further enhancing its capabilities in the biomedical field.

Eagleyard Photonics GmbH is a technology company that engages in the design, development, and manufacture of semiconductor laser diodes with wavelengths ranging from 630 to 1120 nanometers for medical, scientific, and industrial applications. The company offers Multimode Single Mode, Single Frequency Laser Diodes, Tapered Amplfier, and Gain Chips for use in display/imaging systems, medical equipment, measurement/instrumentation, and research applications. It markets its products through a network of distributors in North America, the Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. eagleyard Photonics GmbH was founded in 2002 and is based in Berlin, Germany. As of January 1, 2013, eagleyard Photonics GmbH operates as a subsidiary of Toptica Photonics AG.

Norlase is a developing global ophthalmic medical device company focused on creating innovative laser solutions for the treatment of retinal and glaucoma diseases. The company has introduced advanced ophthalmic laser technologies, including ECHO and LEAF. ECHO is notable for being the world's first truly portable pattern laser, featuring battery power and a wireless user interface with voice control, which enhances its portability and flexibility during treatments. LEAF is an ultra-compact green laser photocoagulator that conveniently attaches to existing slit lamps, thus simplifying laser procedures by eliminating the need for external fibers or extra equipment. Norlase aims to provide affordable access to powerful laser technologies for effective patient care.

JenLab GmbH provides femtosecond laser technology for medicine, biotechnology and cell biology use. Clinical in vivo optical biopsies with subcellular spatial resolution and chemical information based on near infrared femtosecond laser technology can be obtained with the CE marked Multiphoton Tomographs DermaInspect, the SPIE Prism awarded MPTflex and MPTflex CARS.

Ladar Limited specializes in designing and deploying advanced sensor technologies for the maritime and offshore sectors. Its flagship product, the Ladar Sensor Suite, utilizes laser and computer vision technology to provide real-time surveillance of the ocean surface, water column, and seafloor. This system is capable of detecting, characterizing, classifying, and tracking a diverse range of objects, including human activity, ice floes, and debris, which enhances maritime security and safety. By integrating artificial intelligence for data aggregation, the Ladar Sensor Suite offers a comprehensive decision support system available 24/7, facilitating swift and informed decision-making. This innovative solution supports various applications, including offshore operations, environmental monitoring, and plastic cleanup initiatives, thereby contributing to safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental protection in maritime contexts.

Clinical Laserthermia Systems AB is a Swedish company that specializes in the development and marketing of therapies and systems for the thermal treatment of solid cancer tumors. Based in Lund, with subsidiaries in Berlin and Boston, the company offers the TRANBERG Thermal Therapy System, which includes a laser unit with advanced monitoring capabilities and tailored single-use instruments for its immunotherapy method known as imILT. Clinical Laserthermia Systems is also focused on creating innovative solutions for various cancers, including breast, pancreatic, skin, and prostate cancers. The company engages in collaborative efforts with organizations such as Image Guided Therapy SA and MRI Interventions, Inc. to advance software and navigation platforms for laser ablation in various medical applications. Additionally, it participates in clinical trials with institutions like Toronto General Hospital to explore MRI-guided treatments for prostate cancer.

Laserpoint is a distribution company specialized in laser power and energy measurement. Laser Point was founded in 1987, as a distribution Company. Over the years it has diversified its activities into other laser related areas. The company employs a highly-skilled staff of physicists, engineers and technicians , all with a solid experience in laser tech-nologies and work in R&D or manufacturing in fields like plasma physics, microelectronics, telecommunication. Export to the major technological or fastest growing markets ( Europe, Japan, China, etc) is the destination of Laser Point’s laser measurement instruments that are marketed in more than 25 Countries by a network of worldwide Distributors. Laser Point’s original fully certified calibration facility and repair center covers all Europe, while the new open center in China supports our Asian Customers.

IRIS develops plasma technology applications to liquid and solid waste treatment. IRIS patent pending solutions improve technical and economic efficiency of small scale - on site treatments enabling no waste or zero carbon footprint processes. The company also develops smart self adaptive solutions for the efficient exploitation of laser processes: cutting, welding, direct metal deposition. The focus is on process set up, characterization and validation vs. performance target and green labeling. Additionally, it supports partner companies in developing applications based on the use of laser and plasma technologies through all project phases: idea definition, fund raising, benchmark, R&D programs, engineering, partners search, exploitation of research results. IRIS specializes in process definition and characterization against performance indicators on production time reduction, cost savings and energy & resource efficiency of next generation Additive Manufacturing machines.

Produtech Srl is an Italian company that specializes in metal sheet processing machines. Established in 1993 as a company oriented in designing and creating industrial automation systems, it cooperated with big industrial groups like Brembo S.p.A., ABB-SACE, and also with Milano-Orio al Serio airport. Subsequently, thanks to the experience gained, it started producing metal sheet processing machines, like bending and punching lines. All Produtech lines are extremely flexible and easy to use, and reach great production performances. In particular, all Produtech lines process COIL sheet by means of innovative systems, all of them protected by Produtech international patents. Produtech continuous effort in R&D led to ISEO fiber laser launch onto the market.

Fianium Ltd. is a fiber laser company established in 2003, based in Southampton, United Kingdom, with additional sales operations in the United States, Japan, and China. The company specializes in the development and manufacturing of ultrafast fiber laser systems, including picosecond and femtosecond lasers, as well as supercontinuum sources and various accessories. Fianium's products cater to a diverse range of applications, such as fluorescence microscopy, spectroscopy, optical coherence tomography, and industrial inspection. They serve multiple markets, including instrumentation, medical, and defense sectors. The company aims to provide compact, efficient, and maintenance-free alternatives to traditional gas and solid-state lasers. Fianium operates as a subsidiary of NKT Photonics A/S.

HEE Photonics Labs is a spin-off of the University of Latvia, Institute of Astronomy (part of Association FOTONIKA-LV –www.lu.lv/FOTONIKA-LV). The company was founded in 2007 to commercialize research results as well as to participate in various scientific projects related to space photonics. Some engineers of the staff was involved into everyday service of Satellite Laser Ranging station in Riga. Their lively expertise allows us the development of advanced optical systems for earth observation and high precision universal satellite laser ranging for observation and tracking of unknown flying objects, and laboratory test. The leading scientists of HEE Photonic labs has long term and multidisciplinary experience in development of space and military optical systems since sowiet times. Totally 7 high precision SLR instruments for tracking of unknown space objects has been designed by this team members, produced in Riga and installed in Metseahovi (Finland), Potzdam (Germany), (Ukraine – 4) and Riga (Latvia), as well as about 50 various space-related optical devices over the world.

IS-Instruments is a micro-SME company that designs and develops remote sensing instrumentation for clients across Europe that include National Grid, Xstrata, European Space Agency and ABSL Space Products. ISI was set up in early 2010 by it directors Dr Michael Foster and Dr Jonathan Storey with Nicholas Bantin. The directors are world-leading experts in Optical filtering systems and in Laser-enhanced remote sensing instrumentation, as well as Photon Counting Techniques and High-precision interferometry. Together the directors have developed a number of instruments in the field including the Solar Swedish Telescope CRISP instrument. The core business model of the company is to provide for our clients new innovative solutions typically requiring laser based remote sensing instrumentation in difficult environments targeted at the specific problem. The company provides an end to end solution developing instruments from an initial simulated concept through to bench top instrument development and then to the manufacture of a complete instrument. The company has a range of optical, mechanical and electrical design tools including CAD and ray tracing facilities. In addition the company has a fully equipped optical lab and dark room for testing new instrumentation.

Laserlam was born to market services related to laser cutting applications. Its service begins with the analysis and development of the customer 's request , to create an economic proposal as precise and competitive as possible , and ends with the delivery of the required product in the agreed time, complete with all the necessary processes and treatments. Its technical office guarantees competence and assistance in solving any problems. The growing demand of the market to shorten delivery times has led them to build a very dynamic production model , organized over several shifts every day and with the availability of more machinery and suppliers for each single processing. Laserlam is a certified company and its products are checked and tested internally before being delivered. It is committed to giving quick answers to all types of requests and it has made quality of service and product as the company's primary objective.

ML Engraving is the leader in 3D laser texturing on molds. Based in Italy, ML Engraving has developed the laser engraving technology in order to enhance the quality of superficial textures on plastic/rubber products. Laser texturing is the best solution to create exclusive and outstanding finishes that increase the value of the final product for the Customer. The R&D Dept of ML Engraving has set up a digital process called D.R.E°- Design Rendering Engineering, a complex process that includes Reverse Engineering and Mapping and that allows to create a digital preview of the texture on the CAD file of the object. By means of the D.R.E° and the laser engraving technology, ML Engraving ensures the best results in terms of quality, accuracy, and correspondence to the customer's request. Laser technology is extremely flexible so that ML Engraving works for different industries: from consumer goods to footwear, from packaging to automotive, etc. Furthermore, laser texturing is a sustainable process. The choice of the laser technology reflects the commitment of the Italian Company to take care of the environment.

Plasma System S.A. is a technological company based in Siemianowice Slaskie, Poland, specializing in surface engineering and laser technology. Founded in 2004, it provides a range of protective coating services designed to enhance the durability of components in various industries. Key offerings include Highresist coatings for power boiler walls, Plasmadur for erosion protection in fluidized bed boilers, and Protector coatings for water heaters and steam superheaters. The company also develops Inconel 625 coatings for low-temperature applications, multi-layer W/Zr-DLC coatings for tungsten and zirconium, and Krystaldur coatings for industrial crystallizers. In addition to coating services, Plasma System offers thermal spray services, various welding techniques, and refurbishment of old machine parts. Its clientele spans sectors such as power generation, metallurgy, mining, rail transport, and machinery, reflecting its broad industrial impact.

VI Systems develops and markets optical components and modules, transmission products, and integrated driver circuits and amplifiers. The company offers transmission products, which are based on 850nm and 1310nm wavelength vertical emitting cavity surface laser and photodetector for 790-870nm and 1100-1350nm wavelength, transmitter optical subassemblies (TOSA) and receiver optical subassemblies (ROSA) modules. It also provides integrated driver circuits and amplifiers for up to 40 Gbit/s single channel data transmission. The company primarily offers its transmission and regeneration products to systems and components vendors, as well as to customers in data communications, military, and aerospace industries and consumer electronics. It sells its products and services directly, as well as through international sales representatives and resellers primarily in the United States, Japan, Europe, and China. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Stingray Marine Solutions AS, based in Oslo, Norway, specializes in developing innovative technology for the aquaculture industry, specifically targeting the removal of sea lice from salmon. Founded in 2010, the company provides an optical delousing solution that utilizes camera vision and laser technology to identify and eliminate sea lice without physically handling the fish. This approach improves fish health management by enhancing production while reducing stress on the animals. The technology is rooted in the patented concept of entrepreneur Esben Beck, who transitioned from the oil and gas sector to focus on aquaculture advancements. Stingray Marine Solutions operates as a subsidiary of Beck Engineering AS, emphasizing in-house design, production, software development, and testing to deliver efficient louse removal systems for salmon farmers.

Norlase is a developing global ophthalmic medical device company focused on creating innovative laser solutions for the treatment of retinal and glaucoma diseases. The company has introduced advanced ophthalmic laser technologies, including ECHO and LEAF. ECHO is notable for being the world's first truly portable pattern laser, featuring battery power and a wireless user interface with voice control, which enhances its portability and flexibility during treatments. LEAF is an ultra-compact green laser photocoagulator that conveniently attaches to existing slit lamps, thus simplifying laser procedures by eliminating the need for external fibers or extra equipment. Norlase aims to provide affordable access to powerful laser technologies for effective patient care.

Eblana Photonics Ltd. designs and manufactures laser diode products for various industries, including space, medical, sensor, and fiber-optic communications. Established in 2000 and based in Dun Laoghaire, Ireland, Eblana also has offices in several countries, including France, Germany, the United States, Japan, China, and Taiwan. The company emerged from advanced research collaborations with leading Irish universities, such as Trinity College Dublin and the National Microelectronics Research Centre. Founded by Dr. James O’Gorman and Prof. John Hegarty, who have extensive backgrounds in laser research, Eblana aims to commercialize scalable laser manufacturing technology. This technology enables the production of high-performance, single-wavelength lasers at reduced costs, serving diverse mass market applications in broadband, access, and enterprise markets, as well as optical sensing and metrology. Additionally, Eblana offers research and development services on a contract basis.

Ds4 is an Italian technology company that specializes in automation and robotics by integrating various high-tech systems, including lasers, computer vision, non-conventional robotics, mathematics, neural networks, and system computerization. The company is composed of highly skilled technicians from diverse engineering disciplines such as mechanical engineering, electronics, and artificial intelligence. By combining these advanced technologies, Ds4 develops complex solutions aimed at helping clients achieve cost savings, enhance profitability, and strengthen their market position. Its unique approach to integrating disparate high-tech systems sets it apart from competitors in the industry.

ML Engraving is the leader in 3D laser texturing on molds. Based in Italy, ML Engraving has developed the laser engraving technology in order to enhance the quality of superficial textures on plastic/rubber products. Laser texturing is the best solution to create exclusive and outstanding finishes that increase the value of the final product for the Customer. The R&D Dept of ML Engraving has set up a digital process called D.R.E°- Design Rendering Engineering, a complex process that includes Reverse Engineering and Mapping and that allows to create a digital preview of the texture on the CAD file of the object. By means of the D.R.E° and the laser engraving technology, ML Engraving ensures the best results in terms of quality, accuracy, and correspondence to the customer's request. Laser technology is extremely flexible so that ML Engraving works for different industries: from consumer goods to footwear, from packaging to automotive, etc. Furthermore, laser texturing is a sustainable process. The choice of the laser technology reflects the commitment of the Italian Company to take care of the environment.

Pilot Photonics Ltd. is a company based in Dublin, Ireland, that specializes in the development of optical wavelength comb source units for the optical telecommunication research and development market. Established in 2011, the company focuses on creating and licensing advanced comb source laser technology, which has been implemented as Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs). Their products include prototypes, reference designs, and technology licenses for various module and subsystem applications. The technology is utilized in optical arbitrary waveform generation, photonic microwave signal generation, and optical signal processing, as well as in multi-carrier transmission techniques. Pilot Photonics also manufactures single-chip photonic integrated circuits that enable the generation and manipulation of light waves with high precision, supporting sectors such as communications, energy, and aerospace.