2026 Munich Shanghai Light Expo

　　Pre-registration Channel for the Opening Optoelectronics Grand Event is Now Open! Complete Pre-registration by the End of December to Enjoy Exclusive Early Bird Benefits!
 

　　As the annual grand event of the Asian laser, optics and optoelectronics industry, LASER World of PHOTONICS China will be grandly held at the Shanghai New International Expo Center from March 18 to 20, 2026. With the theme of "Enlightening a New Era of Light, Shaping the Future with Momentum", the 2026 exhibition features a brand-new image, focusing on new technologies and trends, actively promoting the transformation of scientific and technological achievements, driving the industry to leap towards high-end and global development, consolidating the cornerstone of the strategy of building a strong science and technology country, and jointly exploring the future development direction of the optoelectronics industry.
 

　　Backed by Messe München GmbH, LASER World of PHOTONICS China has been deeply rooted in the Chinese market, radiated to the Asia-Pacific region, and closely linked well-known exhibitors and professional buyers in the laser, optics and optoelectronics industry in Asia and even the world since its establishment in Shanghai in 2006. After more than 20 years of development, it has become the core hub of the global optoelectronics industry ecosystem.
 

　　High-Profile Exhibitor Lineup of LASER World of PHOTONICS China 2026 Takes Shape
 

　　The exhibitor lineup of this exhibition ranges from global leading brands in the laser processing equipment field, to hidden champions in the niche market of optical components and materials, and then to innovative pioneers in optoelectronic detection technology. More than 1,200 domestic and foreign enterprises have registered for the exhibition and are confirming their booths in batches. They will bring cutting-edge products and solutions covering the entire industrial chain such as industrial manufacturing, communication technology, biomedicine, scientific research and national defense, sensor technology, precision machinery, and automotive engineering. Whether it is ultrafast laser equipment that breaks the precision limit, AR/VR optical modules that lead technological innovation, optoelectronic sensing systems that empower intelligent production, integrated optoelectronic modules that realize multi-dimensional functional integration, high-end optoelectronic chips that break performance bottlenecks, semiconductor lithography equipment adapted to advanced processes, embodied intelligent optical terminals that drive interactive upgrading, biomedical photonics instruments that assist precise diagnosis and treatment, as well as cutting-edge photonics products that explore the micro world, all will be collectively displayed at the exhibition, presenting a visual feast of high-end technology.
 

　　Six Exhibition Themes with Refined Layout
 

　　Laser Intelligent Manufacturing
 

　　Laser technology is the cornerstone of future manufacturing. Industrial laser systems can achieve millimeter-level precision with higher energy efficiency, increasing production speed while reducing material and resource consumption. No other process can match the precision, speed and efficiency of laser technology.
 

　　Laser applications not only drive the innovation of modern production processes, but also have the potential to develop into a universal production tool. With the increasingly stringent quality standards and performance requirements in the automotive and aerospace fields, only cutting-edge laser intelligent manufacturing systems can meet the current and future industrial needs.
 

　　Exhibition Scope:
 

　　Laser equipment and supporting facilities
 

　　Intelligent equipment
 

　　3D printing
 

　　Lasers and Optoelectronics

 

　　Lasers and optoelectronics are key technologies for opening up the future. Today, more and more industries are deeply exploring the application potential of laser technology. However, to fully unleash the full potential of this technology, it is inseparable from the support of precision optoelectronic components.
 

　　The application scope of photonics technology is far more than the industrial field, and its diversity and influence are beyond imagination. Almost every industry is benefiting from this innovative technology, and laser processes and methods are reshaping the industrial pattern. To fully unleash this huge potential, it is necessary to rely on advanced lasers and optoelectronic equipment. Only through ultra-high precision components can we provide a solid guarantee for optimized laser process flows.
 

　　Exhibition Scope:
 

　　Laser materials, components and assemblies
 

　　Lasers
 

　　Laser protection equipment

　　Optics

 

　　Optical components are indispensable core parts of laser processes and play a key role in the development of laser technology. Although people usually associate daily items such as cameras, glasses or microscopes with the optical field, with the rapid development of photonics, the application field of optical components has achieved revolutionary expansion. Today, optical components and their applications in photonics are reshaping the industrial pattern. Whether in cutting-edge scientific research or industrial practice, advanced optical components and processes will define the evolution direction of future technologies.
 

　　Exhibition Scope:
 

　　Optical materials, components and modules
 

　　Optical platforms and motion control

　　Optical Manufacturing
 

　　The excellent performance of optical components cannot be achieved without the all-round support of optical manufacturing technology. From sophisticated optical design to exquisite processing technology, and then to strict testing standards, the field of optical manufacturing is booming at an unprecedented speed. This not only actively promotes technological innovation, but also leads the optical industry towards higher standards, farther fields, more refined operations and more accurate technologies, fully demonstrating its huge potential and value.
 

　　Exhibition Scope:
 

　　Optical production and processing equipment
 

　　Optical processing technology
 

　　Cleanroom systems and tools
 

　　Optical production auxiliary materials
 

　　Inspection and Quality Control

 

　　Imaging technology, as the core means of optical inspection, is redefining the quality standards of modern industry. In automated manufacturing, continuous inspection technology based on image acquisition and machine vision has fully replaced traditional sampling inspection with its advantages of high precision and efficiency, providing strong guarantee for product quality. This technological innovation not only meets the stringent requirements of modern precision manufacturing for high precision and high efficiency, but also solves many bottleneck problems in traditional inspection.
 

　　Exhibition Scope:
 

　　Optical inspection
 

　　Imaging technology
 

　　Quality monitoring

 

　　Infrared technology is widely used in the military field and is an important part of modern high-tech weapons and equipment. With the rapid development of the global infrared industry, it has also ushered in explosive growth in the civilian market. In industries such as power, construction, law enforcement, fire protection and vehicle-mounted, infrared technology is helping various fields improve efficiency and safety, showing huge application potential.
 

　　
 

　　Exhibition Scope:
 

　　Infrared materials
 

　　Infrared devices
 

　　Infrared equipment and imaging
 

 

　　
 

　　2 Special Themed Zones to Activate New Potential

 

　　6 Key Reasons to Exhibit:
 

　　Profound Accumulation and Precise Promotion
 

　　With more than 20 years of experience in the industry, we can real-time capture the dynamics of the global optoelectronics market, provide customized business matching services, ensure that the brand accurately reaches professional audiences, and build an efficient docking bridge between exhibitors and buyers.
 

　　Explore Markets and Win New Customers
 

　　Every year, more than 50% of the visitors are new faces. The exhibition is committed to promoting the upgrading of traditional manufacturing and the innovative development of emerging industries, and is an excellent platform for exploring new markets and reaching potential customers.
 

　　Complete Product Chain Display
 

　　Gathering well-known domestic and foreign enterprises, it builds a one-stop comprehensive display platform from optical materials, components and modules to laser equipment and intelligent equipment, meeting the efficient visiting needs of professionals.
 

　　Enhance Brand Influence
 

　　Comprehensively display the company's technical strength and innovative achievements, promote the optoelectronics industry to leap towards intelligence, greenization and high-endization, and strengthen the enterprise's industry leading position in the Asia-Pacific and global markets.
 

　　Establish High-Quality Business Connections
 

　　Deepen the collaborative innovation of industry, university, research and application, communicate face-to-face with upstream and downstream enterprises, scientific research institutions and experts in the optoelectronics industry, expand high-value cooperation networks, and explore opportunities for technology transformation and commercial landing.
 

　　Rich and Diverse Supporting Activities
 

　　In-depth exchanges with industry experts to jointly discuss cutting-edge industry technologies and development trends, and attract more attention and cooperation opportunities.
 

　　At present, the pre-registration for exhibition visitors is in full swing. Register to visit now:
 

　　Meanwhile, the countdown for booth booking and registration is on. Register now to seize your booth!