About us
PIXSpain Competence Centre is the national hub supporting the development, adoption, and impact of Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) in Spain.
As a central access point, PIXSpain brings together design platforms, training programmes, advisory services, pilot lines, and European networks to foster collaboration, enable technology adoption, and enhance the industrial and societal impact of photonic technologies.
PIXSpain supports companies, innovators, and research groups across the innovation value chain, from design and prototyping to skills development, technology transfer, and funding.
By combining deep technical expertise with strong ecosystem connectivity, the centre helps overcome innovation barriers and accelerates the journey from research to market.
Our Vision
To build a highly competitive, innovative, and internationally connected ecosystem that enables the widespread adoption of integrated photonics and accelerates technology-based solutions.
Our Mission
- Democratize access to PIC technologies nationwide.
- Support talent development and advanced training.
- Facilitate access to design platforms and European pilot lines.
- Connect industry, academia, and public-private stakeholders.
- Guide SMEs and startups in technology development and financing.
- Contribute to Europe’s digital autonomy and semiconductor strategy.
How We Work
PIXSpain Competence Centre lowers technological and market-entry barriers for emerging companies and organizations by providing comprehensive support across the entire innovation chain—from design and prototyping to manufacturing, technology transfer, advisory and funding.
Coordinating the capabilities of six major institutions, PIXSpain offers unified access to:
- Photonic design platforms
- European pilot lines
- Training and skills development
- Technical advisory
- Technology transfer
- Industrial and ecosystem engagement
- Funding guidance
This collaborative model ensures high-quality services delivered through a single, integrated national competence center, enabling innovators to bring photonic solutions to market more efficiently.
Value Proposition
PIXSpain Competence Center accelerates the adoption of photonic integrated circuits by acting as a central hub for expertise, technology, and collaboration.
We lower technological and market-entry barriers for emerging companies, startups, spin-offs, and research organizations by providing comprehensive support across the entire innovation chain.
PIXSpain acts as:
- Tech Provider: offering access to photonic design platforms, European pilot lines, facilities, and technical advisory.
- Tech Pusher: connecting innovators with industrial partners, technology transfer opportunities, and incubators/accelerators to enter the market.
- Innovation Collaborator: fostering collaborative projects between RTOs, startups, spin-offs, tech companies, and the wider ecosystem.
Additionally, PIXSpain provides training programs, industrial and ecosystem engagement, and guidance on public and private funding opportunities. This collaborative model ensures high-quality services delivered through a single, integrated national competence center, enabling innovators to bring photonic solutions to market more efficiently.