Trade fair

As the cradle of the European optics and photonics industry, Jena has long since established itself as a leading high-tech centre in central Germany. International corporations, but also numerous small and medium-sized companies are based here.

Jena is not only a centre for research and development, but also for production for global markets – thanks to the high density of expertise in the economic sectors of optics, photonics, health technology, medical technology and precision engineering. 

At the W3+ Fair, you can easily meet the global players in person! Get to know them, expand your network and experience two days dedicated to the fields of optics, photonics, healthcare technology, medical and precision technology. Meet us at

Booth F5b

At Fraunhofer IKTS, the research and development of high-purity transparent ceramics for optical systems, medical technology and ballistic protection is being steadily expanded. A technical infrastructure is currently being integrated on the basis of PERLUCOR®, which cover the complete value chain for transparent parts and components. The new research and development center will help to significantly expand the current application scenarios of transparent ceramics with mature technologies.