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Optatec 2026: Photonics21 funding discussion continues

Markus Wilkens

Markus Wilkens, Head of Operations at Photonics21, told Optatec 2026 that discussions with the EU parliament were progressing, albeit unlikely to conclude by year-end (Image: Electro Optics)

Ahead of its upcoming transfer to management by EPIC, Photonics21 Head of Operations Markus Wilkens revealed negotiations with the EU Parliament on the project’s funding plan are underway - but unlikely to conclude by the end of the year

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