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We're happy to bring you a new interview with Instrument Systems, as part of our series of interviews with MicroLED Industry Association members. Germany-based Instrument Systems manufactures high-precision spectrometers, complex systems and software solutions for spectral light measurements.

Dr. Marc Lünnemann joined Instrument Systems as CEO in January 2026. In this interview, he shares his perspective on the company's direction. The interview then turns to technical questions for Dr. Tobias Steinel, Product Manager.

Strategy and direction

What are your top priorities as CEO for the first year?

Marc Lünnemann: Instrument Systems has just celebrated its 40th anniversary. A history like this cannot be built through technology alone. It is the result of the dedication, courage and integrity of every individual, together with an enduring commitment to solving our customers' problems. Looking ahead, I would like to emphasize three priorities: growth, transformation and collaboration. Growth means that our next stage will not come simply from extending what has worked in the past. We will build on our strong technology expertise and identify new applications, markets and solutions with the demand for precise light and color measurement. Transformation implies challenging our assumptions, evolving how we work and becoming a more resilient and efficient company. And collaboration is about working together not only with customers but also connecting complementary strengths across the Sensing Businesses of Konica Minolta to create even more value for our customers.

The Final Early Bird discount for MicroLED Connect + AR/VR Connect 2026 ends on September 4, 2026 - after that, rates move to full price. If Eindhoven is on your calendar for September, this is the last window to lock in a discounted pass!

A 1-person Hybrid Annual Pass starts at €875/year (down from €1,100), or €1,050/year with masterclasses (down from €1,300) - and it's more than a ticket: the pass bundles onsite admission with a full 12 months of online access to the MicroLED Connect platform and its on-demand library. Group passes for 2–5 people are available at bigger discounts, and a Virtual Annual Pass (from €600/year) is also available for those joining online only.

MicroLED Connect 2026 is set to be the industry's premier event for microLED and next-generation display technologies, taking place on 16-17 September 2026 at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, with a world-class agenda, exhibition and networking opportunities. The event spans three co-located tracks - MicroLED, AR/VR and Optical I/O - covering everything from microLED manufacturing and displays to AR/VR optics and optical interconnects for AI infrastructure.

Here are some of the speakers and themes from the AR/VR track, covering light engines, microdisplays, waveguides, optics and applications across the AR/VR value chain. You can explore the full agenda and event details here.

MicroLED Connect 2026 is set to be the industry's premier event for microLED and next-generation display technologies, taking place on 16-17 September 2026 at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, with a world-class agenda, exhibition and networking opportunities. The event spans three co-located tracks - MicroLED, AR/VR and Optical I/O - covering everything from microLED manufacturing and displays to AR/VR optics and optical interconnects for AI infrastructure.

Here are some of the speakers and themes from the MicroLED track. You can explore the full agenda and event details here.

MicroLED Connect 2026 is set to be the industry's premier event for microLED and next-generation display technologies, taking place on 16-17 September 2026 at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, with a world-class agenda, exhibition and networking opportunities. The event spans three co-located tracks - MicroLED, AR/VR and Optical I/O - covering everything from microLED manufacturing and displays to AR/VR optics and optical interconnects for AI infrastructure.

Here we will introduce some of the speakers and themes from the Optical I/O track, a unique forum bringing together the display, semiconductor and AI industries to address one of the defining challenges of the AI era: the interconnect bottleneck. You can explore the full agenda and event details here.

Discounted pricing for MicroLED Connect + AR/VR Connect 2026 ends on July 25, 2026 - after that, rates go up. If Eindhoven is on your radar for September, now is a good moment to lock in your place!

A 1-person Hybrid Annual Pass starts at just €825/year (down from €1100), or €900/year with masterclasses (down from €1300) - and it's more than a ticket: the pass bundles onsite admission with a full 12 months of online access to the MicroLED Connect platform and its on-demand library. Group passes for 2–5 people are available at bigger discounts, so it's easy to bring the team.

On September 16-17, 2026, MicroLED Connect + AR/VR Connect returns to the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven for its third edition. If microLED is on your roadmap, this is the event you cannot afford to miss! This year's event will also feature the first Optical I/O Connect segment on September 17.

This event brings together the entire ecosystem, from major display manufacturers to emerging startups and research pioneers, for three days of insights and collaborations. Expect a world-class conference program spanning the full value chain - materials, equipment, manufacturing, and device development - plus an exhibition floor, industry-led masterclasses, guided tours of local state-of-the-art facilities, and the networking that has become the event's hallmark. Masterclasses kick off on September 15 for those who want to go deeper.

MicroLED-Info, together with TechBlick, invites the community to join the upcoming Innovations Festival, a free-to-attend online event taking place on July 10, 2026 (1300–20:00 CET).

The event will bring together engineers, researchers, entrepreneurs, display makers, and industry stakeholders working across MicroLEDs, AR/VR, advanced displays, and next-generation electronics. MicroLED technologies will be a central theme, featured alongside adjacent developments that are critical for future display ecosystems, from advanced materials to novel integration and manufacturing approaches.

Microled-Info, together with TechBlick, invites the community to join the upcoming Innovations Festival, a free-to-attend online event taking place on July 10, 2026 (14:00–20:00 CET).

The event will bring together engineers, researchers, entrepreneurs, display makers, and industry stakeholders working across MicroLEDs, AR/VR, advanced displays, and next-generation electronics. MicroLED technologies will be a central theme, featured alongside adjacent developments that are critical for future display ecosystems, from advanced materials to novel integration and manufacturing approaches.

Join the global MicroLED and immersive display community at MicroLED Connect + AR/VR Connect 2026, returning for its third edition on 16-17 September 2026 at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven - one of Europe’s leading deep-tech innovation hubs.

Among the highlights are two in-depth panel discussions that will tackle both the technology and business dynamics shaping the future of augmented reality. These sessions will offer attendees a unique opportunity to hear directly from industry leaders at the forefront of AR development and investments. From deep technical debates to strategic financial perspectives, the panels are designed to deliver valuable insights for anyone active in the MicroLED and AR ecosystem.

The first panel, titled “AR light engines unpacked: MicroLEDs, LCoS and lasers showdown”, will be moderated by Karl Guttag of KGOnTech. This session will dive into the competing light engine technologies that are driving AR innovation, examining their strengths, limitations, and commercial readiness.