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21 September 2026 / 17:30 - 21:30 CEST
EPIC VIP Networking Reception at ECOC
Malaga, Spain
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Merck
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Lightera
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The EPIC VIP Networking reception at ECOC will gather 100 EPIC members CEO/CTO level, invited VIP international guests – decision makers, technology experts, and their customers. The program includes quality networking and creating new business connections.  Participation is free of charge but strictly on-invitation, pre-registration is compulsory. As this will be a sold-out event, on-site registration will not be possible.

Attendance is limited to 1 person per company.

Please see the participants’ list of 2024 HERE . Participants’ list of 2025 HERE.

Photos here:
2025: https://www.flickr.com/photos/epic-photonics/albums/72177720329379557
2024: https://www.flickr.com/photos/epic-photonics/albums/72177720320549596
2023: https://www.flickr.com/photos/epic-photonics/albums/72177720311636077
2022: https://www.flickr.com/photos/epic-photonics/albums/72177720302266685

Agenda

21 September 2026, Monday

17:15 – 17:30 Guest Arrival & Registration
17:30 – 21:00 Networking, Drinks & Cocktail Dinner

Venue

The venue is located in the centre of Málaga, only a short walk from Atarazanas metro station (with a direct connection to the exhibition centre). The exact location will be emailed to confirmed participants on 14 September 2026.

If you are registered but have not yet received venue information, please contact Martin by martin.braun@epic-photonics.com.

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Attendees
Contact Information
Programme Manager
Coordination
Carlos Lee
Carlos Lee
Director General
Event Manager
Logistics, venue, accommodation, and transportation
Martin Braun
Martin Braun
Events Manager
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