SECPhO (Southern European Cluster in Photonics & Optics) is a business oriented cluster in the field of photonics and optics, bringing together End users, SMEs, technology centers, research centers and universities with the objective of improving the competitiveness of this sector in Southern Europe.

The cluster

Benefits of belonging to SECPhO • Participation in collaborative innovation projects both nationally

and internationally. • Access to other industries that are potential customers of our

technology and services. • Participation in working groups aimed at increasing business

opportunities and innovation. • Knowledge of new strategies of public institutions and their

funding mechanisms • Effective networking with various industry players • Access to qualified postgraduate/doctoral trainees and

internships.

SECPhO goals Generate business opportunities for its members. This objective is divided into different strategies depending on whether the partner is an SME, a research center or a large company.

Types of members

Supporting business development • Innovation workshops ® with other sectors, potential users of

our technology and services. • Support for internationalization through our network of

international contacts. • Joint participation in international fairs. • Start-ups/spin-offs Promotion.

Networking • Visits to companies and technological centers. • Activities inter-cluster and inter-sector. • Briefings and workshops. • Assembly and annual exhibition.

Bridge Academia-industry • Bridging talent seekers (companies, schools) and universities to

attract talent and creating opportunities for young people. • Industry-oriented courses. • SECPhO Awards for innovative ideas.

Support for R+D+i • Monitoring service for R+D+i, aids and other tools. • Forum technological needs: Connecting end users with

solutions of our partners. • Search for potential partners for collaborative action.

Membership Services

Industries of Application