European Data Center Optical Connectivity Forum 2027
April 26-27, 2027 | Frankfurt
Summit Background
AI infrastructure is rapidly reshaping data centre network architecture, driving demand for higher bandwidth, greater density, lower power consumption and more scalable connectivity. As AI clusters expand across racks, data halls and multiple facilities, traditional interconnect architectures are being pushed to their limits, accelerating the transition toward 800G, 1.6T, CPO, optical I/O and optical switching.
While many next-generation optical interconnect roadmaps are being driven by global hyperscalers, AI compute platforms and semiconductor companies, their deployment in Europe will depend on regional infrastructure requirements, operator priorities and supply-chain readiness.
The European Data Center Optical Connectivity Forum will connect global technology leaders with European data centre operators, cloud and network infrastructure stakeholders, and Europe’s photonics and manufacturing ecosystem. Discussions will focus on how next-generation optical technologies can move from architecture and product development toward reliable, serviceable and commercially scalable deployment across European AI infrastructure.
Topics
Data Center Optical Connectivity Market and Technology Outlook
AI Workloads Reshape Data Center Optical Connectivity Architecture
800G Optical Connectivity for AI Data Center Deployments
Scaling 800G and 1.6T Optical Transceivers for AI Data Centers
Testing, Qualification and Reliability for 1.6T Optical Interconnects
Optical Circuit Switching for Large-Scale AI Infrastructure
High-Speed Interconnects and Optical Engines for AI Switching Architectures
Co-Packaged Optics for Next-Generation AI Networks
Optical Connectivity for Scale-Across AI Infrastructure
Panel Discussion: Interconnect Options for AI Scale-Up and Scale-Out: What Gets Deployed Where?
Silicon Photonics for AI Data Center Interconnects
REASONS TO ATTEND
Explore CPO & Silicon Photonics — Discover the technologies transforming high-speed interconnects.
Solve Power & Density Challenges — Learn how to address bandwidth, power, thermal and reliability demands.
Connect With Industry Leaders — Meet hyperscalers, data centers, optical, semiconductor and networking experts.
Turn Technology Into Deployment — Gain practical insights into scaling next-generation optical connectivity.
Master the 800G → 1.6T Transition — Explore the next generation of AI optical connectivity.
Decode AI Connectivity Trends — Understand how AI workloads are reshaping data center networks.
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Official website:https://www.ecv-events.com/DCOC2027?cci=35
