The 50th European Conference on Optical Communication
ECOC is one of the world’s two largest and Europe’s most prestigious conference in the field of optical communications, bringing together scientists, engineers and business leaders from across the globe. It’s more than just a conference – it’s a unique platform to share knowledge, exchange groundbreaking ideas, spark innovations and foster collaborations that drive science and the future of our industry. Alongside the conference, the collocated exhibition is the largest of its kind in Europe, offering unparalleled opportunities to explore the latest products, connect with new customers and
discover emerging trends.
This year’s ECOC features an outstanding lineup of plenary speakers, who offer visionary insights into the evolving landscape of optical communications:
- Andreas Bechtolsheim, Co-Founder and Chief Architect of Arista Networks, Can Interconnects Keep Up with AI?
- Thomas van Briel, SVP Architecture and Strategy Deutsche Telekom Technik GmbH, Evolution of IP and Optical Networks
- Roel Baets, Emeritus Professor at Ghent University and former Group Leader at IMEC, Towards Silicon Photonics 4.0
- Joyce Poon, Head of Photonics Architecture at Lightmatter, Future Computing with Integrated Photonics
Over the past 50 years, optical technologies have revolutionized global communications, shaping the digital world we know today. As we look into the future, these technologies will be even more crucial in driving the next wave of digital transformation. Join us to explore the latest research, innovations and business opportunities in this vibrant field
Selected highlights from the extensive technical programme at ECOC 2024 are:
- 8 in-depth tutorials, 52 invited presentations, 451 contributed papers as well post-deadline paper sessions featuring the latest breakthrough results.
- 14 workshops on hot topics in the community, covering optical as well as quantum communication in fibre and free-space, addressing the device, system and network level.
- Symposia on 50 years of ECOC, optical networking, optical satellite, green ICT and data-centre challenges.
- A demo session covering proof of concepts and early prototype developments that can be seen as a link between the scientific conference and the business-driven exhibition.
- A lively rump session debating the innovation potential of quantum technologies as well as sessions covering the topics Hack your research!, Women in Photonics and Photonics in Germany
The exhibition, a central hub of networking for the community, has once again grown to welcome over 300 global exhibitors with many new products.
You can find out about the latest market developments in the two theaters of the exhibition area.
Don’t miss the chance to network and relax at our social events, including the welcome reception, the conference dinner and our special 50th anniversary celebration – a night filled with culinary delights reflecting the diverse countries that have contributed to ECOC’s rich history.
We are delighted to host you here in Frankfurt and hope you enjoy both the technical sessions and the vibrant social atmosphere of ECOC 2024. Let’s celebrate 50 years of ECOC and look forward to the next chapter in optical communications together!
