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# OPTATEC 2026 · Germany · Optoelectronics | TradeShowIntel

> OPTATEC 2026, the 17th edition of the international trade fair for optical technologies, components and systems, will take place from May 5-7, 2026 at Messe Fra

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# OPTATEC 2026

OPTATEC 2026, the 17th edition of the international trade fair for optical technologies, components and systems, will take place from May 5-7, 2026 at Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt, Germany. The event features exhibitors showcasing optical components, optomechanics, optoelectronics, fibre optics, laser components, and manufacturing systems. It includes a comprehensive exhibitor list, special events such as the Photonics Talks and Photonics Frontiers Award, and attracts industry professionals from around the world.
OPTATEC 2026, the 17th edition of the international trade fair for optical technologies, components and systems, will take place from May 5-7, 2026 at Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt, Germany. The event features exhibitors showcasing optical components, optomechanics, optoelectronics, fibre optics, laser components, and manufacturing systems. It includes a comprehensive exhibitor list, special events such as the Photonics Talks and Photonics Frontiers Award, and attracts industry professionals from around the world.

## Event details

- **Dates:** 5–7 May 2026

- **Venue:** Messe Frankfurt

- **Industry:** Optoelectronics, Electronic Design & Components, Optical Technologies, Photonics, Optomechanics, Fibre Optics, Laser Components, Manufacturing Systems, Components, Systems, Laser Technology

- **Category:** Trade show

## Audience scale

- **Exhibitors:** 600+

- **Attendees:** 5,000+

## Why exhibit
Exhibit at OPTATEC to showcase your products to a highly specialized international audience of optical technology professionals. Gain exposure to key decision-makers from the optics, photonics, and laser industries, and leverage the platform to network, generate leads, and strengthen your brand presence.

## Why visit
Visit OPTATEC to discover the latest innovations in optical technologies, components, and systems. Engage with leading exhibitors, attend expert presentations at the Photonics Talks, and network with industry pioneers. Ideal for engineers, researchers, and procurement professionals.

## Exhibitor profile

- Optical Components

- Optomechanics

- Optoelectronics

- Fibre Optics

- Laser Components

- Manufacturing Systems

- Measurement Technology

- Coating Technology

## Visitor profile

- Engineers

- Researchers

- Procurement Professionals

- Industry Managers

- Product Developers

- Quality Assurance

## Industries

- Optoelectronics

- Electronic Design & Components

- Optical Technologies

- Photonics

- Optomechanics

- Fibre Optics

- Laser Components

- Manufacturing Systems

- Components

- Systems

- Laser Technology

## Organisers

- P. E. Schall GmbH & Co. KG