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PhotonQBoost Matching Mission in Poland: Focus on Agrifood & Biotech
October 21, 2025 – October 23, 2025
We are happy to announce our 1st PhotonQBoost Matching Missions to Poland!
This event aims to foster collaborations between actors in Photonics & Quantum Technology and those of the Polish Agrifood & Biotech ecosystem.
📅 Dates: 21–23 October 2025
📍 Location: Warsaw, Poland
Why come?
Photonics in Poland. Photonics is a thriving sector in the country, with 6 major academic hubs of more than 10 universities, 6 research institutes, and around 100 companies. Europe is the top export destination of the Polish photonics industry. Technological expertise lies mainly (but not only!) in
- Materials (for OLED and PV, quantum dits, III-V, GaN, graphene and photonics crystals, soft glasses);
- Special optical fibres;
- PIC design and nanoprint systems;
- Quantum cascade laser, femtosecond lasers;
- Special application optics and thin film coatings
Agrifood in Poland. The Polish agrifood sector is considerable: More than 1,200 companies were exporting 44% of their production in 2020, a share that keeps increasing. The sector represents 26% of the industry production in Poland and is quick to take photonics innovations up for production, quality control and disinfection.
What will you get from the event
Strategic exposure: Gain direct access to key players in the innovation ecosystem and explore how your technologies can contribute to agrifood and biotech transformation.
Networking and visibility: Present your organisation, discover collaboration opportunities, and position yourself for upcoming PhotonQBoost funding calls.
Expert guidance and follow-up: During and after the mission, selected SMEs may access further tailored support services from PhotonQBoost.
Access to future funding opportunities: Learn about the relevant funding opportunities and build your proposal with the present partners.
Event schedule
Warsaw, Oct 21–23
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| Lunch | CEZAMAT |
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| Evening | Official Dinner (Arche Hotel Poloneza) |
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| Lunch | Restaurant (TBC) |
| Afternoon |
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| Evening | City Tour (Optional) |
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| Lunch | CEZAMAT |
| Afternoon | — |
| Evening | — |
Register and Apply to our Travel Grant
Registration is now open! EU SMEs based outside Poland can also apply for a travel grant to support their expenses.
Up to 20 selected SMEs will receive a €610 flat-rate travel grant, paid upon attendance of the full programme and after submission of the feedback.
Of course, we welcome all interested participants, whether eligible or not for travel funding.
Register for the Matching Mission in Poland and apply for the travel grant below. The deadline is August 26th, 2025 at 17h CET. For detailed eligibility criteria, please visit the Open Call page.
Complete the registration form today to reserve your place and become part of this unique mission. Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to register early to secure your spot!
More information
- Official Guidelines and Documents: Open Call page
- Submission Platform: Cascade Funding Portal
- Helpdesk: photonqboost@eura-ag.de
- Info Day #1 [recorded webinar]
Info Day #2
We hosted a 2nd introductory webinar on Tuesday 19 August 2025.
If you missed the info webinar, don’t worry.
Watch the full recorded session on our YouTube channel!
Organise your trip
Travel and Venue
Poland is part of the Schengen Area, but not of the Eurozone. The local currency is the Polish złoty (zł, PLN).
Reference rate (20.08.2025): 10 zł ≈ 2.35 €.
The event will be held from October 21st morning to October 23rd mid-day at Centre for Advanced Materials and Technologies (CEZAMAT).
👉 Participants are encouraged to arrive in Warsaw by the evening of October 20th to ensure a prompt start on the following day.
Coming to Warsaw
The nearest airport is Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW), served by all major international airlines and located very close to CEZAMAT.
⚠️ Please note:
– Warsaw Modlin Airport is ~40 km from the city.
– Warsaw Radom Airport is ~100 km from the city.
Warsaw Chopin is well connected to the city centre by buses and trains.
Getting Around
Warsaw Chopin Airport, CEZAMAT, and the city centre are all within Zone 1 of the public transport network.
Public transport tickets are available from machines. Options include time-based tickets (20, 75, 90 minutes) or short-term passes (1 day = 15 zł, 3 days = 36 zł). Tickets must be validated when boarding or at metro entry.
From the Airport to CEZAMAT
- Bus 148, direction Wiatraczna, stop Poloneza 01 (~10 min)
- Bus 331, direction Metro Wilanowska, stop Poloneza 01 (~15 min)
From CEZAMAT to the Airport
Bus 148 or Bus 331 from stop Poloneza 02, direction Terminal Autokarowy.
From CEZAMAT to the City Centre
Bus 148, direction Wiatraczna, until the stop Metro Imielin 01 OR Bus 331, direction Metro Wilanowska, until stop Wilanowska 02
Then
Metro M1, direction Młociny, until stop Centrum
Where to Stay
The following hotels are close to CEZAMAT (not in the city centre):
👉 Participants are responsible for booking their own accommodation.
Whether you’re developing photonic tools for precision agriculture, exploring quantum sensors for biotech processes, or building your network in the EU innovation landscape, this mission offers a unique opportunity to connect, collaborate, and grow.
Seize the opportunity to engage with top innovators, explore new markets, and get ready for future funding rounds in PhotonQBoost and beyond.