POP4: The 4th International Conference and Exhibition on Photonics and Opto-Electronics Packaging – Tuesday 15 October 2024
The growth in demand for photonics and opto-electronic components driven by the exponential expansion in data centre traffic, wireless technologies, sensors, quantum applications and autonomous vehicles is posing challenges for opto-electronic packaging techniques in order to increase transmission rates and reduce manufacturing costs.
IMAPS-UK, in partnership with the Torbay Hi-Tech Cluster (THTC) and South Devon College brings you the 4th International Conference and Exhibition on Photonics and Opto-Electronics Packaging (pOp4). The pOp4 Conference and Exhibition will be held at the South Devon College Hi Tech & Digital Centre, Paignton on Tuesday 15 October 2024.
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This Event will meet the needs of those involved with design of systems, development of components as well as end-users. The conference and exhibition will take place at the University Centre at South Devon College, which is one of the main focus areas of the photonics and opto-electronics components in the UK.
The Conference and Exhibition on Tuesday 15th October 2024 at South Devon College, will consist of a full day of presentations from national and international speakers, time to meet with Exhibitors and Sponsors, take the opportunity to view the latest Academic Research and Development at a Poster Gallery and network with peers. A Pre-Conference Networking Evening Meal has been organised at the Mercure Hotel, Paignton for Monday 14 October 2024, see below.
The Conference will be rounded off on the morning of Wednesday 16 October 2024 at the Electronics And Photonics Innovation Centre (EPIC), where there will be the opportunity to tour the Centre and hear a series of presentations from Torbay Hi-Tech Cluster and EPIC Member Companies on state of the art opto-electronic packaging capabilities and facilities. If you would like to register to attend the EPIC Showcase for free, please book the ticket pOp4-10 below.
pOp4 Conference – Agenda – Tuesday 15th October 2024
| Time | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| 08:30 | Registration, Exhibition and Networking | |
| 09:30 | Welcome to pOp4 Conference and Introduction to IMAPS-UK | Mark Kenny, pOp4 Conference Chair |
| 09:45 | Session 1: Applications | |
| 09:45 | Keynote: Cornerstone: An Introduction | Tom Carnay, Cornerstone |
| 10:15 | Quantum Gas Lidar for Industrial Methane Monitoring in Extreme Weather | Chris Wardle, QLM Technology |
| 10:40 | Photonic Integration for Quantum Key Distribution | Louise Wells, Toshiba |
| 11:05 | Exhibitor Introductions | |
| 11:15 | Refreshments: Exhibition, Posters and Networking | |
| 11:45 | Session 2: Photonic Packaging Capabilities | |
| 11:45 | Packaging Optimisation for Photonic Enabled Quantum Applications | Andrew Robertson, Bay Photonics |
| 12:10 | Somerville – A Standardised Approach to Multi-Project PIC Packaging | Liam Moroney, Alter Technology |
| 12:35 | Next Generation Photonic Integration and Packaging Solutions with Photonic Wire Bonding and Facet-Attached Micro-Optical Elements | Sebastian Skacel, Mycronic |
| 13:00 | Lunch: Exhibition, Posters and Networking | |
| 14:00 | Session 3: Materials and Equipment | |
| 14:00 | Photonic Heterogeneous Integration | Jonathan Rhodes, CSA Catapult |
| 14:30 | Key Properties of Adhesives for Successful Photonic Packaging | Alexander Hartwig, DELO |
| 14:55 | Advances in Architectures of Datacentres Racks and corresponding Manufacturing Strategies | Malte Ennen, FiconTEC |
| 15:20 | Refreshment Break, Exhibition and Networking | |
| 15:45 | Session 4: Skills and Collaboration | |
| 15:45 | Tackling the Skills shortage in the Electronics Industry: Opportunities for the future | Stewart Edmondson, UK-ESF |
| 16:10 | Collaborative Projects | Phil Mitchell, Bay Photonics |
| 16:35 | Closing Remarks and Poster Awards | Mark Kenny |
| 16:45 | Depart |
pOp4 Conference – EPIC Showcase – Wednesday 16th October 2024
| Time | Title | |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | Registration at EPIC Building | |
| 09:30 | Introduction to EPIC Centre and IMAPS-UK | |
| 09:45 | THTC/EPIC Member Showcases - Session 1 | Bay Photonics, QLM, Coherent, Gooch and Housego and Photonics Express |
| 11:00 | Refreshment Break and Networking | |
| 11:30 | THTC/EPIC Member Showcases - Session 2 | Rydon Technology, South Devon College, University of Exeter and University of Plymouth |
| 12:30 | Lunch and Tour of EPIC Centre |
Download the pOp4 Conference Flyer.
Sponsors of pOp4 Conference
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QLM Technology is a start-up developing a new low-cost semiconductor lidar technology that can detect, image, locate and quantify methane and other greenhouse gas leaks. We have operations in Paignton at EPIC, in Bristol and Cardiff and staff across the UK and USA. QLM’s lidars are now being installed like methane security cameras in cloud-networked autonomous systems monitoring industrial sites like gas wells, waste-water treatment plants and gas distribution terminals, helping to reduce emissions and limit climate change.
Exhibitors at pop4 Conference 2024
The following organisations will be exhibiting at the Conference: (click on Company Name for weblink)
- A-Gas Electronic Materials – Supplying Specialist Chemicals and Processes to Semiconductor, Printed Circuit Board, Electronic Finishing, Photovoltaic and Advanced Packaging Technology Industries
- Bay Photonics – Advanced Photonics Assembly and Packaging
- Carl Zeiss – Imaging Solutions for the Semiconductor and Electronics market
- Enterprise Solutions at the University of Plymouth – Advancing Knowledge and Transforming Lives through Education and Research
- Gen3 – Specialist British Manufacturer and Distributor of Test and Measurement Equipment
- Inseto (UK) Ltd – Technical Distributor of Equipment, Materials and Adhesives used in the assembly of Photonic and Electronic devices.
- IPP Group Ltd – Innovative Inspection, Production and Test Solutions
- Kyocera Fineceramics Ltd – A Leading Global Manufacturer of Fineceramics
- Optim Wafer Services – OPTIM has been providing wafer processing services for over 35 years, offering individually tailored solutions using techniques such as polishing, CMP, cleaning, thinning, re-sizing and dicing silicon wafers and other substrates
- Rydon Technology – Specialists in the supply of quality precision equipment and materials for high technology industries
- TWM Technology Ltd – Specialists in Electronics Housings for RF, Microwave and Optoelectronics
Exhibit at pOp4 Conference
All Exhibition places are now taken. If you are interested in being placed on a reserve list, please e-mail the IMAPS-UK Office.
Attendance at pOp4
Registration for pOp4 is open below.
- IMAPS-UK (inc IMAPS Worldwide) and Torbay Hi-Tech Cluster (THTC) Member: £85 – Book Ticket pOp4-01
- Non Member: £155 Book Ticket pOp4-02
- IMAPS-UK Student Member: £30 – Book Ticket pOp4-03
- Students, PDRs and Early Career Professionals with Poster Submission: £0 (free) Book Ticket pOp4-03p
Students (PhD and Undergraduate), PDRs and Early Career Professionals who submit a Poster, which is approved by the pOp4 Organising Team, will be offered a free registration to the pOp4 Conference 2024, please book Ticket pOp4-03p
Prices shown are exclusive of VAT.
Networking Dinner on Monday 14 October 2024 at the Mercure Hotel, Esplanade Road, Paignton
All Networking Dinner places are now taken. If you are interested in being placed on a reserve list, please e-mail the IMAPS-UK Office.
Cancellation Policy
Please click on Cancellation Policy for information on cancellations and changes to event format for bookings.
Consents:
I confirm that my name and institution/organisation can be included in the attendee list in the delegate pack.
Please e-mail the IMAPS-UK Office if you have objections to any of the above consent.
Transport and Accommodation:
Devon is conveniently available for transport links from the rest of the UK, being served by Flights to Exeter Airport, fast train services from London, Bristol and other UK National centres and Road access from the M5 motorway.
The address for South Devon College is: Hi Tech and Digital Centre – Building 6, Vantage Point, Long Road, Paignton TQ4 7EJ (What Three Words: Gown, Caressed, Crossing). A Campus Map is available to download HERE. Please park in the Car Park located on the right before you reach Building 6.
Travel Fund for PhD and Undergraduate Students – Open for Application
The pOp4 Conference organising team is pleased to announce that some funds are available to support economy rail travel and public transport costs for UK-based PhD and Undergraduate students attending the pOp4 Conference, subject to an eligible case being submitted by PhD and Undergraduate Supervisors. The Supervisor will need to e-mail the IMAPS-UK Office to confirm that their student does not have access to institutional funds to cover travel costs. Applications will be responded to as soon as possible.
There are several hotels within a radius of 5 miles from the South Devon College.
The Premier Inn: Paignton South – White Rock, Long Road South, Paignton, TQ4 7RZ is within walking distance of South Devon College. This can be booked via the Premier Inns website.
The Mercure Hotel Paignton – Esplanade Road, Paignton, Devon TQ4 6BQ is within walking distance of Paignton Bus Station. This can be booked via the Mercure Hotel Website.. There is a negotiated rate for pOp4 Conference attendees. When booking online, please click on the Special Rates button and enter the following SC Code under Business Travellers SCP634677 to view the negotiated rate or contact the Hotel directly on T: 01 803 229 444, e-mail: HB9E9@accor.com
The Ibis Styles Paignton – Esplanade Road, Paignton, Devon TQ4 6BQ is next to the Mercure Hotel and within walking distance of Paignton Bus Station. This can be booked via the Ibis Stles Website.
The College is served by the Local #22 bus service (available from Paignton Bus Station which is near to Paignton Train Station).
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Date/Time
Date(s) - 15/10/2024
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
South Devon College, Paignton, TQ4 7EJ
