The 20th Anniversary Celebration of LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA: A Grand and Spectacular Conclusion

March 13, 2025

The 20th Anniversary Celebration of LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA: A Grand and Spectacular Conclusion

· The total exhibition area exceeded 100,000 square meters

· 1,404 companies from 23 countries and regions participated

· 52,835 visitors attended the event

· 2 events were held simultaneously, yielding 200 conference reports in total

From March 11 to 13, 2025, the 20th Anniversary Celebration of LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA successfully concluded at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). This unprecedented exhibition delivered a comprehensive, high-level scientific and technological showcase to the industry, surpassing previous editions in terms of exhibition scale and number of exhibitors. Two dedicated areas were introduced at the event: the Integrated Photonics & Quantum Special Area and the Biomedical Photonics Special Area.

Dr. Reinhard Pfeiffer, CEO, Messe München, said: "Over the years, LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA has become a key platform for showcasing breakthrough technologies and a bridge between the domestic and international optoelectronic industries. On the occasion of its 20th anniversary, the exhibition has reached unprecedented levels in terms of size and number of exhibitors. Looking ahead, we will partner with the industry to embrace emerging trends, foster global partnerships, and ensure that the trade fair remains at the forefront of innovation."

Jan Rohde, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy General Manager, Messe Muenchen Shanghai Co., Ltd., said: "LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA has always attracted the attention of domestic and foreign optoelectronic industries. Over the past 20 years, the exhibition has continuously embraced innovation while collaborating with upstream and downstream enterprises to navigate opportunities and challenges, exploring a sustainable future for industrial development. Today, on the occasion of its 20th anniversary, we have full confidence in the future. We will continue to follow the innovation-driven and service-centered development philosophy, maintaining keen awareness of both domestic and international trends in the optoelectronic industry, and driving the industry's growth."

Integrating internal and external resources, composing an illustrious chapter in optoelectronics

Domestic and foreign manufacturers showed their strengths by displaying their core products, technologies, and solutions in five major fields, namely Lasers and Laser Systems for Production Engineering, Laser and Optoelectronics, Optical Metrology and Quality Assurance, Optics and Manufacturing Technology for Optics, and Infrared Technology and Application. The international exhibitors came from various countries, including the United States, Germany, Japan, Canada, Switzerland, France, the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Korea. Various international brands attended the event, including TRUMPF, Coherent, APATech, MKS, Novanta, SCANLAB, SURUGA SEIKI, BINZEL, RAYLASE, PI, Thorlabs, MOTIONSMART, KEYENCE, Hamamatsu, Mitutoyo, Precitec, Beamtech, Iradion, Precitech, Edmund Optics, ZYGO, AMADA, Hengtong, Photonics Industries, TOPTICA, Lumentum, nLIGHT, LIGHT CONVERSION, and AMP.

Domestic manufacturers are thriving. The exhibition gathered not only flagship enterprises that shine on the international stage, but also emerging stars in the industry, such as Han's Laser, CIOMP, Raycus, Maxphotonics, HGLASER, UltronPhotonics, BWT, Hymson, Delphi Laser, CIOMP, Haitian, Reci, Wavelength Opto-Electronic, Ospri, EMPOWER, Everbright, Huaray, Aunion Tech, JPT, Grace Laser, Sub-lattice, INNGU LASER, Optowide, Dawei Laser, DoGain, Cognitive Photonics, GW, GZTECH, Gongda Laser, INNO LASER, Lead Laser, VOT, Orion, DG, WEIHONG, RAPHAEL OPTECH, JCOPTIX, LUBON, TuoTuo Technology, Chotest, GOOD VISION, Shineoptics, WISDOM, Ruida, TETE, 3K Laser, CRD LASER, EMGO-TECH, CRYSTRONG, Feibo, GSLASER, Focuslight Technologies, etc. The presence of these companies not only highlighted the strong capabilities of "Made in China", but also catered to the diversified purchasing needs of domestic and foreign professional visitors and buyers.

PHOTONICS CONGRESS CHINA and LCLQ: World-class academic feasts

The PHOTONICS CONGRESS CHINA and the Light Conference on Laser & Quantum (LCLQ) were held at the same time as LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA. Under the two concurrent events, there were more than 10 parallel forums with a total of 200 keynote speeches, bringing together many domestic and foreign experts, scholars and industry leaders who have extensive influence in the international academic community, and opening up an international perspective for the participants. They offered an in-depth analysis of the development situation of China's optoelectronic market and global industry, covering emerging technology application.

Expression of gratitude and expectation for future cooperation

During this exhibition, to express our gratitude towards the industry partners who have supported and contributed to the exhibition over the past two decades, we proudly present the Muguang Award and the Heguang Award to the exhibitors and industry organizations.

During the ceremony, the following 14 exhibitors received awards:
AMADA WELD TECH SHANGHAI CORP

Beijing JCZ Technology Co., Ltd.

BWT Beijing Ltd.

Changchun New Industries Optoelectronics Tech. Co., Ltd.

Coherent Corp.
Han's Laser Technology Industry Group Co., Ltd.

MKS Instruments
nLIGHT Laser Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

RAYLASE Laser Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.
Beijing Century Sunny Technology Co., Ltd.

Shenzhen TETE Laser Technology Co., Ltd.,
TRUMPF China Co., Ltd.

HGLaser Engineering Co., Ltd.

ZOLIX INSTRUMENTS CO., LTD.

During the ceremony, the following 4 organizations received awards:

Optical Testing Committee of Chinese Optical Society(COS-TCOM)

Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Ultra-Precision Optical Manufacturing, Fudan University

Shanghai Institute of Technical Physics Chinese Academy of Sciences

Light Publishing Group

On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA, we would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to all participants. Your committed support and participation are crucial to the consummate success of the exhibition.

We look forward to our next gathering at SNIEC from March 18 to 20, 2026, and we hope to see you there!

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About LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA

As an important annual gathering of the laser, optics and optoelectronic industries in Asia, LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA explores the development trend of the industry from basic research to industrial application. It focuses on displaying products covering five major sections: Laser and Laser Systems for Production Engineering, Laser and Optoelectronics, Optics and Manufacturing Technology for Optics, Infrared Technology and Application, and Optical Metrology and Quality Assurance. LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA is a must-visit exhibition for the industry. It is committed to promoting innovation and business development in all branches of the industry. It is a high-quality platform for you to enhance market competitiveness and find innovative solutions.

Further information: http://www.world-of-photonics-china.com.cn/en