• AILU Supported Event – COLA 2026 International Conference on Laser Ablation

    Radisson Blu Hotel, Vilnius

    14-18 September 2026, Vilnius, Lithuania Since 1991, COLA has played a pivotal role in advancing laser ablation technologies and fostering collaborations among researchers and industry experts. COLA2026 is an interdisciplinary conference and the topics cover a wide range of scientific research that bridges the gap between basic science and applications / technology. The 18th COLA […]

  • High Power Laser Applications Workshop

    IPG Photonics GmbH Carl-Benz-Straße 28, Burbach

    ** SAVE THE DATE - 2 July 2026 ** Introduction High power fibre lasers have transformed modern manufacturing — delivering exceptional beam quality, energy efficiency, and reliability across an ever-expanding range of industrial applications. This event brings together leading engineers, researchers, and technology providers to explore what today's high power fibre laser systems can do, […]

  • AILU Supported Event – PLI Conferences 2026

    PLI Conferences will be held from July 1st to 2nd, 2026 at the stade Beaublanc in Limoges (France). This event is organized by the CLUB LASER & PROCÉDÉS in partnership with ALPHANOV, with support from ALPHA-RLH and the EUROPEAN CERAMIC CLUSTER. This year, collaboration is strengthened with the FRESNEL INSTITUTE for the poster session and with […]

  • AILU Event: Early Careers Group Seminar & Tour

    Micrometric Doddington Road, Lincoln, United Kingdom

    Early Careers Group Seminar & Tour Monday 8th June 2026   Programme to follow   Venue Micrometric Ltd, Doddington Road, Lincoln, LN6 3RX    

    Get Tickets Free – £60.00
  • AILU AGM 2026

    TWI Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Thursday 4th June 2026 14:30-15:30 Members only. Follows AILU's half-day workshop on Handheld Laser Applications Venue TWI Granta Park Great Abington Cambridge CB21 6AL   Notice of AGM Agenda Minutes of last meeting AILU accounts to 31.10.2025

  • AILU Half-Day Workshop – Handheld Laser Applications

    TWI Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Introduction Chair: Paola de Bono (TWI) Hand-held laser systems for welding, cleaning, and marking have grown rapidly in recent years, driven by falling fibre laser costs, compact and ruggedised delivery optics, and demand from industries seeking flexible, portable alternatives to fixed automation. From shipyards and oil & gas maintenance to fabrication shops and heritage conservation, […]

    Sold Out £100.00 – £260.00
  • AILU Supported Event – MACH 2026

    NEC Birmingham

    Taking place from 20-24 April 2026, MACH will be the event to connect the world of manufacturing technologies and be the destination of choice for companies looking to adopt and invest in the digital revolution. MACH is a fantastic event for both exhibitors and visitors. Showcasing live, digital production systems in one space, under one roof, […]

  • AILU Member Event: LASEA’s online webinar for R&D Centres and Universities

    Online

    Thursday, March 12 at 4:00 PM CET (3:00pm GMT) This session will present how advanced laser micromachining solutions can address complex industrial and research challenges. The session will showcase how LASEA's LS-Lab accelerates laser process development with versatility and precision. LASEA is delighted to host special guest speakers from the CEIT, a leading Spanish research […]

  • AILU Workshop: Optics & Beam Delivery

    MTC Ansty Park, Coventry, United Kingdom

        Sponsored by Laser Trader   Introduction Chair: Bethan Smith (MTC) Material processing applications such as cutting, drilling, welding, and surface structuring rely heavily on advanced beam delivery and control to achieve high productivity and consistent quality across metals, plastics, ceramics, glass, and other industrial materials. Innovations in optics for beam shaping, fiber-optic delivery, […]

    Get Tickets £70.00 – £390.00
  • AILU Supported Event: Southern Manufacturing & Electronics

    Farnborough International Exhibition Centre

    3–5 February 2026 Farnborough International Exhibition Centre Connect with the manufacturing community and supply-chain across 3 days at the UK’s leading annual industrial event. Find out more here https://www.southern-manufacturing-electronics.com/en/