Author Archives: John Lincoln

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National Roadmap for Photonics – Expression of Interest to participate

To Express your Interest in participating in developing the National Photonics Roadmap, please complete the on-line expression of interest. Invitations to participate in the in-person workshop will be drawn from those completing the EoI, subject to constraints of the venue, balance of contributions and discretion of our government partners.  Following the Council for Science and Technology…

Council for Science and Technology highlights UK photonics

The UK government’s Council for Science and Technology (CST), which provides independent advice to the Prime Minister on science and technology policy issues across government, has  highlighted the vital role of photonics in keeping the whole economy competitive. Photonics: Capturing the Opportunities for Growth and Global Leadership emphasises the growth opportunity, strong UK Leadership in…

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Open consultation on reducing industrial energy costs

UK Government has opened a new rapid consultation on reducing electricity costs for energy intensive industries:- British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme: consultation on scheme eligibility and approach – GOV.UK – 24 November 2025. The proposed British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) is aimed at reducing the high electricity prices experience by energy intensive UK manufacturers. Qualification will…

Innovate UK: The Future Tech Deep Dive Series- Photonics

Innovate UK are are including photonics in their next Future Tech Deep Dive series. The objective of this event series is to look into the future and scan the horizon for long-term innovations of significant potential impact with key technology areas. The series aims to bring together thought-provoking experts from business, science, academia responsible for…

TechUK Photonic Sprint

TechUK have launched a five month Photonics Sprint to identify key Photonics applications, showcase bestpractice, and explore how the UK can lead on the development and deployment of Photonics technologies. The sprint will conclude with a report(launching Q1/2 2026) which will summarise the campaign’s findings, feature member & stakeholder case studies, and set out policyrecommendations…

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Photonics Means

A new annual UK Photonics meeting, Photonics Means, will see its inaugural edition on Friday 10 October, at the technology and Innovation Centre in Glasgow. Meeting demand for an annual gathering of the UK photonics community bringing together the next generation of photonics innovators, spotlights on key regional strengths around the UK and inspiration from…

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PLG AGM 9 October 2025 – Nominations open for New Deputy Chief Executive

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The Photonics Leadership Group AGM will be on the 9 October 2025, forming part of the PLG Autumn meeting at the Technology and Innovation Centre Glasgow and online.

As part of succession planning, nominations are now open for the new role of Deputy Chief Executive (DCE) to be appointed by member vote at the AGM. The DCE role will shadow the PLG Chief Executive for at least a year, with a view to succeeding them in leading the PLG in the future, subject to confirmation vote by the membership. Please contact the PLG to discuss expectations for the DCE role.

The AGM will also include summary of PLG activity for 2025, approval of the accounts and confirmation of the appointments of the PLG Chair-person, Vice-Chair and Treasurer and Photonics Leadership Ltd directors.