“We are pleased to have found in Dr. Hinkelmann an experienced and well-connected new Managing Director for PhotonicNet GmbH,” said Philipp Becker, spokesperson for the shareholders and Managing Director of Vision Lasertechnik GmbH. “At the same time, we extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr.-Ing. Thomas Fahlbusch for his many years of successful service. Under his 15-year leadership, the network has reached significant milestones and provided valuable services to its members. We wish him all the best and much success in his future endeavors.”
Dr. Moritz Hinkelmann brings extensive experience and expertise in photonic technologies. After completing his studies in Optical Technologies, he obtained his doctorate from Leibniz University Hannover. Dr. Hinkelmann has been with the Laser Center Hannover e.V. since 2016 and, since 2020, has headed the Optical Systems group within the Laser Development department. From 2021 to June 2024, Dr. Moritz Hinkelmann served as Managing Director of the Scientific Society for Laser Technology and Photonics (WLT).
About PhotonicNet
PhotonicNet GmbH was established in 2000 through the initiative of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) as a regional competence network for Optical Technologies in Lower Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt.
PhotonicNet is a member of OptecNet Deutschland e.V., a national association of nine regional networks dedicated to Optical Technologies across Germany. Together, these networks support national and international initiatives, including international collaborations, technology transfer, innovation promotion, talent development, and national public outreach.
Contact:
Dr. Moritz Hinkelmann
Managing Director
PhotonicNet GmbH
Garbsener Landstraße 10
30419 Hannover
Tel: + 49 1709390072
E-Mail: hinkelmann@photonicnet.de