Czech Optical Cluster
Czech Optical Cluster was created with the aim to improve the conditions for optical industry development in the Czech Republic through cooperation of companies, public sector and educational sector in the entire value chain in the field of optics, optomechatronics, photonics, optoelectronics and fine mechanics, including related production, technology and service development in supplier’s and customer’s domain.



News:
Matching Mission in Czech Republic
From March 24 to 26, 2026, a mission of foreign partners from France, Finland, Lithuania, Austria, Germany, Poland, and other countries will take place in the Czech Republic. The aim of the mission is to connect Czech companies and research institutions with international partners and to […]
PhotonQBoost: Successful Consortium Meeting and Project Review
On 3–4 February 2026, in Stuttgart, Germany, the PhotonQBoost consortium held its consortium meeting and first project review, successfully completing its first implementation period and preparing for the next phase.
The meeting provided an opportunity to assess […]
When Optics Brings People Together: Interview with Petr Přikryl, Manager of the Czech Optical Cluster
What is the Czech Optical Cluster and why was it founded?
The Czech Optical Cluster is a platform that brings together companies, research organizations, and educational institutions working in optics, photonics, and related technologies. It was established in 2017 to address a very practical need: people across the field realized that […]
Looking Back at 2025 – A Year of Innovation, Collaboration, and New Opportunities!
2025 was an exceptionally dynamic year for Czech Optical Cluster.
Our mission – to connect science, industry, and education in optics and photonics – came to life through numerous events, projects, and partnerships.
✅ International Projects and Cooperation:
◾ We launched two major Horizon Europe projects – PhotonQBoost and LASER-PRO Excellence Hub, paving […]







































