The International Laser Technology Congress (AKL'26) will take place in Aachen, Germany from 22nd April to 24th April 2026. For the 14th time, laser manufacturers and laser users from various branches will meet at the biannual AKL - International Laser Technology Congress. Featuring 81 speakers and 52 companies at the accompanying Sponsors‘ Exhibition, the AKL has established itself as the leading forum for applied laser technology in Europe. Supporting organizations include European Commission, Arbeitskreis Lasertechnik e.V., European Laser Institute, OptecNet as well as industrial associations such as SPECTARIS, VDA, VDMA, VDI and the European Photonics Consortium EPIC.