The SPEAR Centre SME Engagement Roadshow - Letterkenny

Schedule

Wed Jun 17 2026 at 12:00 pm to 01:30 pm

UTC+01:00
Location

Colab ATU Donegal | Letterkenny, DL

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The SPEAR Centre is hosting a series of workshops for SMEs interested in exploring or adopting photonics and AI-driven solutions.
About this Event

About this event

Join us on 17th of June for the Letterkenny stop of the SPEAR Roadshow.

This workshop is designed for SMEs and companies across the cross-border region who are interested in exploring or adopting photonics and AI-driven solutions. It will provide practical insights into how these technologies can be applied to drive innovation, improve processes, and support business growth.

Each event will include a complimentary lunch and dedicated networking time, offering a chance to connect with other SMEs and engage with the SPEAR project team and partners.


Agenda:

  • Introduction to the SPEAR Centre Project and SME 100% Funded Opportunities
  • How Photonics Can Benefit SMEs
  • SME Engagement and Project Sign-Up Process
  • SPEAR Centre Capacity to Deliver: Research Expertise & SME Track Record
  • Identifying SME Needs: Interactive Session
  • Lunch & Networking


Who should attend?
This event is ideal for businesses in sectors such as manufacturing, MedTech, AgriTech, IoT, Construction and related industries looking to innovate, scale and compete internationally.

As a PEACEPLUS-funded project, it is specifically aimed at SMEs across the 12 counties of the cross-border region.


Looking for a location near you? We are also hosting this workshop in Buncrana, Derry, Ballymena and more.

Stay tuned to the SPEAR Centre Website & LinkedIn page for updates as this event comes to other counties in the cross-border region.

For more dates & info: https://www.wisar.ie/projects/spear-centre/


About the SPEAR Centre
The Semiconductor Photonics Education and Research (SPEAR) Centre aims to support SMEs through expert-led innovation support, practical R&D solutions, and access to skills, training and collaboration opportunities.

The Centre is a collaborative, cross-border partnership led by Atlantic Technological University, with project partners Ulster University and Tyndall National Institute and industry input from Seagate. Together, they are building a connected research and industry cluster across the North West region.


Funding
The SPEAR Centre is an €8.46M project supported by the PEACEPLUS Programme, managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).


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Where is it happening?

Colab ATU Donegal, Port Road, Letterkenny, Ireland

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