About Us
INNOVATION IN PHOTONICS
Our Story
SuperLight Photonics started as a spin-out from the University of Twente in November 2022.
The company was founded to bring a breakthrough innovation in photonics to market:
a compact, lightweight, and energy-efficient alternative to today’s bulky and expensive wideband lasers.
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At its core lies a novel on-chip wideband laser technology that enables a new class of powerful and portable light sources. The first SuperLight Photonics on-chip wideband laser was born and the first patent was filed for our signature breakthrough PAD - Patterned Alternating Dispersion ™ mechanism that makes our technology unique and disruptive.
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The innovative platform framework opens doors in advanced application including OCT, spectroscopy, microscopy, tomography, and metrology serving markets in bio-medical, industrial, scientific, food, and agriculture.
​Building on years of research in integrated and nonlinear optics at the University of Twente, SuperLight Photonics is pioneering the next generation of photonic systems, making broadband light accessible, efficient, and scalable for real-world use.​
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Our Management Team
Cees Links, also known as "The Father of WiFi", was introduced to SuperLight Photonics in early 2023. Cees instantly recognized the immense potential of the company and its technology and embarked as the CEO.
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Cees is a visionary leader with a remarkable track record in the world of technology innovation. With decades of experience in shaping the future of high-tech industries, Cees is a driving force behind our mission to revolutionize photonics.
His commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability inspires our SuperLight Photonics team as we work together to unlock the true potential of wideband lasers.
Jeroen Biesterbos is CCO and joined our team in January 2024.
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Having previously worked extensively in photonics and with a track record of success, Jeroen is set to drive our business to new heights. He brings a wealth of expertise to our leadership team. As the architect of strategic partnerships and business development initiatives, Jeroen plays a pivotal role in shaping SuperLight Photonics' market presence.
In short, Jeroen is the driving force behind our mission to create cutting-edge applications and solutions that redefine possibilities in wideband lasers.
In August 2023, Elly Schietse became the CMO at SuperLight Photonics, bringing extensive marketing experience and industry connections to elevate the company’s market profile and brand identity. She oversees all marketing, PR and event activities.
Business dynamics and change processes are in her DNA and she leverages her startup expertise to streamline company processes and procedures.
Paul de Wit joined SuperLight Photonics as CFO in April 2024.
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Known as the "money maestro", Paul brings exceptional financial acumen and strategic expertise to our team.
With an impressive track record of guiding and scaling deeptech startups to success, Paul will play an important role in our journey towards growth and achievement.
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Our Mission
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SuperLight Photonics' mission is to illuminate the future through innovation.
We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of laser-based technology to create solutions that empower industries, enhance lives, and drive progress. Through relentless research, development, and collaboration, we strive to harness the full potential of photons to address the most pressing challenges.
Our commitment to excellence, sustainability, and cutting-edge wideband laser solutions defines our journey toward a brighter world.
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Our Values
COMMITMENT
TO EXCELLENCE
COMMITMENT
TO INNOVATION
COMMITMENT
TO SUSTAINABILITY
COMMITMENT
TO TEAMWORK
Vision, mission, goal
Vision
Wideband lasers will create a paradigm shift in many fields currently dominated by narrow-band lasers and/or tunable lasers.
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Mission
SuperLight Photonics to become the world market leader in portable wideband (SCG) lasers, in both technology and applications.
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Goal
Build a company with a real impact on the laser world by helping the industry with sustainable laser technology - based on long product life, low energy consumption & battery operation - and simplifying logistics by enabling in-field applications.
ESG
How a fabless startup in Photonics can make ESG impact
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At SuperLight Photonics, ESG awareness is imprinted in our DNA. We not only commit to our ESG strategy because our investors want us to, but because we believe in its foundations and support its principles. Simply because it is the right thing to do.
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