Sydney Photonics Industry Network (SPIN)

SPIN co-founder Katie Chong recently interviewed with Chris Cubbage on #AustralianSpaceTV and spoke about the Australia Optics and Photonics Industry and how SPIN came into the picture. Check it out and listen to the call for actions at the end! Spoiler alert - Let us know what you want to see at the next SPIN event so we can make sure we are doing something the community wants!

🌟 A Resounding Success of the IDL 2024 Industry Showcase! 🌟 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended the International Day of Light 2024 Industry Showcase! The event was nothing short of extraordinary, drawing over 100 attendees from the Sydney photonics community and beyond. Kicking off the proceedings was our co-founder, Dr. Katie Chong, who passionately shared the story of SPIN and the four-year evolution of the organisation from its inception to the spectacular event we experienced today. Our keynote speaker, Dr Simon Poole AO, mesmerized the audience with his insights into the economic impact of the optics and photonics industry in Australia and New Zealand. His focus on quantum sensing in the latter part of his presentation certainly shed some new lights, igniting engaging discussions in the rest of the evening. The spotlight then shifted to Katherine Kinder, who showcased Advanced Navigation's utilization of photonics to drive innovation in navigation technology, as well as their pivotal role in pioneering commercial-scale photonics manufacturing. Thomas Benke's presentation of the LEAP Australia ANSYS multiphysics software package provided a glimpse into simulating realistic structural and thermal effects in optical systems, catering to the technically inclined members of our audience. The event floor buzzed with excitement as attendees immersed themselves in captivating demos from our demo sponsors, fostering new connections and enriching conversations. We would like to thank all our sponsors again for their unwavering support, as well as our dedicated volunteers: Caitlin Zou, Cameron J., and Shridhar Manjunath, whose invaluable contributions ensured the seamless execution of the event. For those who couldn't join us, fear not! Stay in the loop by signing up for our mailing list, and be the first to know about our upcoming events. https://lnkd.in/g9ePuQhU We welcome your suggestions and feedback for future events. Don't hesitate to reach out to us through our website! https://lnkd.in/giyUMmRW More photos from the event coming soon! AusOptic CALUMINO Finisar Corporation Liquid Instruments Redback Systems Nano Vacuum The Australian National Fabrication Facility (ANFF) Semiconductor Sector Service Bureau (S3B) SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics

🎉 Exciting News! IDL 2024 Industry Showcase is officially SOLD OUT! 🎉 Thank you to everyone who registered for the IDL 2024 Industry Showcase. We're thrilled to see such overwhelming interest from the community. It's going to be an incredible gathering of the optics and photonics leaders and enthusiasts. In light of the remarkable demand, we want to share an update regarding our speaker lineup. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, Matt Haines is unable to join us. However, we're delighted to announce that Thomas Benke will be stepping in to speak for LEAP Australia, joining our existing lineup of speakers Katherine Kinder from Advanced Navigation, and Dr Simon Poole AO. For those who were unable to secure tickets, we encourage you to enroll in our waitlist. Any cancellations will be offered to individuals on the waitlist. https://lnkd.in/gfaYVYVs Once again, our sincerest gratitude to all who have contributed to the success of this Industry Showcase. We eagerly anticipate seeing you all there! #lightday2024 #PhotonicsIndustry #SydneyPhotonics #IndustryShowcase

🔎 Explore Cutting-Edge Demos at the International Day of Light 2024 Industry Showcase! 🔎 Get ready for an immersive experience at the International Day of Light 2024 Industry Showcase, where innovation takes centre stage! Join us on 16 May 2024 at Fishburners as we dive into the world of optics and photonics technology. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gfaYVYVs Tickets are selling out! Our premium and demo sponsors are bringing their A-game with a wide array of captivating demos that promise to inspire and amaze. From advanced navigation solutions to state-of-the-art instrumentation, here's a sneak peek at what you can expect: 🌟 Advanced Navigation: Experience Boreas D90, the world’s first digital fibre-optic gyroscope inertial navigation systems and its space-grade counterpart, the Boreas X90. 🌟 LEAP Australia: Discover the simulation and design capability of Ansys Optics/Photonics simulation suite for a range of relevant industrial examples. 🔎 The Australian National Fabrication Facility (ANFF): Explore the possibilities of nanofabrication with ANFF's cutting-edge tools and techniques for micro and nanostructuring. 🔎 AusOptic: Learn about the state of the art fibre splicer with an end view system for hollow core and PCF fibres alignment. 🔎 CALUMINO: Explore intelligent thermal sensing solutions with unprecedented capabilities for mass-market applications. 🔎 Finisar Corporation Australia: Get hands-on with Finisar’s Wavemaker - a programmable spectrum synthesizer that enables the generation of arbitrary spectral shapes in both C-band and the C+L band. 🔎 Liquid Instruments: Experience Liquid Instruments’ Moku family, a reconfigurable device integrating a suite of test instruments into a single FPGA-based device that adapts to your needs. 🔎 Redback Systems: Explore Redback Systems’ compact and high-resolution spectrometers which allow users to capture a wide spectral range in a single snapshot without moving parts.. 🔎 Nano Vacuum: Learn about one of the most versatile 2D/3D imaging systems and discover its crucial role in research, manufacturing, and more. 🔎 Semiconductor Sector Service Bureau (S3B): Meet with the S3B representatives to learn about their roles in serving the the semiconductor community across industry, universities and government to increase the commercial impact of semiconductors. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of photonics! Register now and join us for an evening of exploration, discovery, and inspiration. #lightday2024 #InternationalDayofLight #PhotonicsIndustry #SydneyPhotonics SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics

🌟 Registration Now Open! 🌟 Exciting news! Registration is now open for the International Day of Light 2024 Industry Showcase presented by the Sydney Photonics Industry Network (SPIN)! 📅 Date: 16 May 2024 🕒 Time: 6-9pm 📍 Location: Fishburners, L2 11 York Street Join us for an enlightening evening celebrating the International Day of Light! We're thrilled to bring together industry leaders and pioneers to showcase the latest in optics and photonics technology. Explore cutting-edge demos from our premium and demo sponsors Advanced Navigation, LEAP Australia,  AusOptic, CALUMINO, Finisar Corporation Australia, Liquid Instruments, Redback Systems and Nano Vacuum, as well as learning the insights and contribution The Australian National Fabrication Facility (ANFF) and Semiconductor Sector Service Bureau (S3B) have on offer to the Australian photonics community. Keynote speaker Dr Simon Poole AO will shed light on the Current Status and Future Opportunities of the Australian Photonics Industry. Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact us today to learn about sponsorship opportunities! Secure your spot now and be part of this showcase of innovation! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gfaYVYVs Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the future of photonics technology firsthand! #InternationalDayofLight #lightday2024 #PhotonicsIndustry #Innovation #SydneyPhotonics #IndustryShowcase #RegisterNow Katherine Kinder Matt Haines

🌟 Save the Date! 🌟 Join us for an enlightening experience at the International Day of Light 2024 Industry Showcase, presented by the Sydney Photonics Industry Network (SPIN) ! 🌐✨ 📅 Date: 16 May 2024 🕒 Time: 6-9pm 📍 Location: Fishburners Celebrating the International Day of Light, we are proud to bring together 10 leading companies and organisations from the Sydney and Canberra Optics and Photonics community to demonstrate their pioneering products and services. Also gracing the stage is our keynote speaker, Dr Simon Poole AO, Engineer and Serial Entrepreneur who will shed light on the Current Status and Future Opportunities of the Australian Photonics Industry. Spotlight on our demo-ing Premium Sponsors: ⚡ Advanced Navigation ⚡ LEAP Australia Dive into Innovation with our Demo Sponsors: 💡 The Australian National Fabrication Facility (ANFF) 💡 AusOptic 💡 CALUMINO 💡 Finisar Corporation Australia 💡 Liquid Instruments 💡 Redback Systems 💡 Nano Vacuum 💡 Semiconductor Sector Service Bureau (S3B) We would also like to thank SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics for their support of this event. Mark your calendars and get ready for a showcase of cutting-edge technology and insightful discussions! Stay tuned for more updates on speakers, sessions, and special highlights. #InternationalDayofLight #Photonics #SydneyPhotonics #SaveTheDate #SydneyPhotonicsInudstryNetwork

🌟 Volunteer Opportunity: IDL 2024 Industry Showcase! 🌟 We're on the lookout for volunteers to support our upcoming IDL 2024 Industry Showcase - an evening networking event uniting the Sydney and Canberra Photonics Community! 🚀 Mark your calendars for 16th May and be part of something special with just a few hours of your time. Why Volunteer? - Be a pillar of support for the photonics community. - Connect with like-minded enthusiasts. - Make a meaningful impact in just one day. Excited to lend a hand? Simply fill out the form, and we'll reach out to you! 💡 https://lnkd.in/g45frR3X For those who are interested in attending the event, more details coming soon... 🤫 #PhotonicsCommunity #VolunteerOpportunity

Are you developing prototypes or products involving Photonics ICs and experiencing all sorts of challenges in accessing foundry facilities and in particular MPW (multiple-project wafer) services? Semiconductor Sector Service Bureau (S3B) will be hosting an event on Accessing the Global Supply Chain with international speakers from CMC Microsystems and IMEC/Europractice. In particular, Romano Hoofman, PhD, PMP will be discussing the photonics capability of IMEC/Europractice and provide more insight into the MPW process for various technologies. Register now if you are interested: Date: Friday, 16th of February Time: 10.30am (AEST) Join in person: https://lnkd.in/d6qdhpUe Join online: https://lnkd.in/dmR66F7u

Have you ever wondered how much the market salaries for photonics related jobs are in Australia but not being able to find anything representative? Here we would like to invite everyone who is working in the photonics field to fill out the SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics Optics & Photonics Global Salary Survey. Whether you are a photonics, mechanical, electronics or production engineer, a team lead, product or project manager, or CTO and CEO, these stats will not only help us as employees find out if a job offer is reasonable, it will also help the employers in benchmarking their internal salary bands! https://lnkd.in/gzDByfzm

We are thrilled to announce that the Sydney Photonics Industry Network has achieved a significant milestone by officially registering as a company in Australia! What does this mean? ✅ We are committed to serve the Sydney Optics and Photonics community. ✅ We will continue to organize events that bring the community together. ✅ We will be able to collaborate with different organizations more effectively. ✅ We will need YOUR support! 😀 If you are an individual, sign up to our mailing list for future events. 🏢 If you are representing a company or an organization in the field, let's explore ways we can work together! 👇 Check out our journey so far and where we are heading! https://lnkd.in/gVMZtrsY #SPIN #photonics #optics #startup