As a starting point and discussion platform for its network partners bayern photonics assumes a wide range of responsibilities: Our primary method is the bundling of technological competence and resources from outstanding business, industry and research organizations with emphasis upon the following:

• Micro-optical systems
• Laser materials processing
• Optical information and communication technology
• Optical measurement
• Photonics for life sciences

bayern photonics competence network acts as a connecting link between municipalities, companies, universities and other research facilities.

bayern photonics:

• Fosters synergy between industry players
• Promotes industry needs
• Organizes workshops and other events
• Offers marketing and public relations opportunities
• Promotes dialog in the network
• Supports Start-ups
• Fosters development of education and further training
• Provides advisory service for government subsidies

bayern photonics develops project related national and international cooperation opportunities.
Cooperation agreement already exists with the optic cluster Québec  Photonic Network - Canada.