As of 2026, growth within the global laser industry has transitioned from equipment-led expansion to application-led innovation. Upgrades in semiconductor manufacturing, expansion in energy production, and the explosion of AI computing infrastructure have formed a diversified set of growth drivers for the sector. The laser has evolved from a core power source into the "light blade" of high-end manufacturing, where advances in power, pulse width, wavelength, and integration directly determine the performance and value of trillion-dollar downstream manufacturing industries.

In semiconductor sector, SiC wafer dicing and laser drilling for advanced packaging demand ultra-fast lasers with exceptional stability and beam pointing accuracy. In energy sector, laser welding of highly reflective materials such as copper and aluminum, along with electrode tab cutting, is driving fiber lasers to evolve toward green wavelengths and ring spot beam profiles. In AI computing infrastructure, booming deployment scales have surged market demand for narrow-linewidth DFB lasers and silicon photonic integrated light sources. Robust downstream market needs are in turn propelling systematic breakthroughs in core components, including high-power semiconductor laser chips, GaN laser chips, specialty optical fibers, and nonlinear optical crystals.

Taking place from September 9–11, 2026, at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center, the CIOE - Lasers Technology & Intelligent Manufacturing Expo delivers a full-industry-chain showcase covering materials, lasers, laser processing equipment, and intelligent solutions. The exhibition empowers downstream manufacturers to explore emerging laser application scenarios and identify evolving technical requirements.

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Lasers: Accelerated Tech Iteration Makes Engineering Capability the Core Competitive Edge

Han's Laser launched early this year UV and green nanosecond lasers with a domestic content rate exceeding 85%. The company has also recently demonstrated an AI agent‑empowered cutting automation solution and a lightweight blue‑ring triple‑spot laser. Raycus Laser (backed by China Aerospace Science & Industry Corporation) continues to deepen its high-power fiber laser capabilities and has delivered multiple 8 kW‑class fiber lasers to Huazhong University of Science and Technology this year. Maxphotonics released the world’s first 10,000 W MOPA pulsed fiber laser, achieving over 10.38 kW single‑fiber pulsed output and a peak power of up to 1.7 MW, filling the industrial gap for 10 kW‑class MOPA applications. BWT launched a new ultrafast laser series covering low, medium, and high power picosecond lasers, as well as fiber and solid‑state femtosecond lasers, forming an independent and controllable ultrafast technology matrix across all power levels. Its femtosecond laser uses chirped pulse amplification technology, compressing pulse width below 300 fs.

At CIOE - Lasers Technology & Intelligent Manufacturing Expo, the event will bring together industry leaders including AIOPTICS, Aunion Tech, BWT, CRTJ Laser, Crystrong Photonics, DG Laser, Elite Optoelectronics, Glory Photonics, Gongda Laser, Guoshun Laser, Han's Laser, Huaguang, Inngu Laser, Inno Laser, Jinqizhi Laser, Light Conversion, Litilit, Lumisource, Luxinar Laser, Maxphotonics, menovex Photonics, Photonics Industries, precilasers, Raycus, Shafan Optoelectronic, SPT Laser, Superwave, Vertilas GmbH, and more, to showcase the latest laser technology advancements.

*The above are partial exhibitors, listed in alphabetical order.

Laser Technology Innovation and Application Forum: Exploring the "Optics‑AI Integration" Path

Laser technology is deeply converging with artificial intelligence, quantum science, photonic computing, and other cutting-edge fields, becoming a core driver reshaping the high-end manufacturing landscape. China’s laser industry has completed its strategic shift from speed-oriented expansion to quality-driven development, securing key breakthroughs in fiber lasers and ultrafast laser technologies. Held concurrently with CIOE 2026, the Laser Technology Innovation and Application Forum will bring together core industry players, research institutes, university experts, and downstream users. The forum aims to bridge the gap between industry, academia, research, and application, tackle industry pain points, explore opportunities in Optics‑AI integration, help the industry navigate economic cycles, and build a globally competitive advantage.

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Three‑expo Convergence: Photonics × Semiconductors × Embedded Electronics – A one‑stop Industry Ecosystem

The Lasers Technology & Intelligent Manufacturing Expo is a dedicated themed sub-event of the China International Optoelectronic Exposition (CIOE 2026). As a comprehensive optoelectronics industry event, CIOE will attract more than 150,000 professional visitors from optical communications, consumer electronics, advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, medical, sensing and test & measurement, lighting/displays, defense/security, energy, and research institutions. In 2026, CIOE will be co-located with the IICIE - International Integrated Circuit Innovation Expo and elexcon - Shenzhen Electronics & Embedded Expo, creating a vertical ecosystem covering optoelectronics, semiconductor, and embedded electronics. This integration connects the entire supply chain from semiconductor laser chips, specialty fibers, lasers, and optoelectronic integration to high‑end electronics manufacturing equipment and embedded systems. Attendees can use a single badge to access all three shows, while exhibitors can reach procurement decision‑makers and R&D engineers across optoelectronics, semiconductors, and electronics. It is an ideal platform for precise business matching and rapidly expanding professional networks.

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The CIOE - Lasers Technology & Intelligent Manufacturing Expo is not only a showcase for cutting-edge laser technologies and products, but also a pivotal annual platform connecting the global laser industry with semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sectors. Join us on September 9–11, 2026, at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. We look forward to meeting you onsite!

About CIOE - China International Optoelectronic Exposition
The 27th China International Optoelectronic Exposition (CIOE 2026) will be held September 9–11, 2026, at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. As a comprehensive exhibition covering the entire optoelectronics industry chain, CIOE brings together over 4,000 high‑quality exhibitors from more than 30 countries and regions. It spans information communication, precisionoptics, lasers, infrared, ultraviolet, sensing, displays, AR & VR, and photonics innovation– from components to applications. CIOE serves as a one‑stop, highly efficient sourcing platform for materials, components, equipment, and solutions needed for R&D and manufacturing.

About CIOE - Lasers Technology & Intelligent Manufacturing Expo:

Based in South China’s advanced manufacturing cluster, the CIOE - Lasers Technology & Intelligent Manufacturing Expo focuses on innovations in laser technology for processing and manufacturing applications. The expo showcases new products and technologies in materials, lasers, laser equipment, and automation. It empowers downstream industries to explore innovative laser applications and requirements, facilitates business communication and partnerships, and provide insights into emerging industry trends.