INNOVATION, RESILIENCE, AND SHARED PROSPERITY FOR EUROPE
Get to know AMS Technologies.
Our vision
Our vision is a future where European industries, our customers, and our employees thrive through innovative and sustainable technology solutions, ensuring resilience, prosperity and shared success.
Our mission
Our mission is to empower innovative companies to transform ambitious ideas into groundbreaking products by providing comprehensive technology scouting, integration, and packaging solutions.
Who we are
AMS Technologies, a team of around 100 innovative minds, is a one-stop shop with combined expertise in optical technologies, thermal management, and power electronics. With a wide network of qualified suppliers and our own capacities for engineering, testing, and production, we help our clients solve their technical challenges.
We believe the best solution for our clients always comes first.
MANAGEMENT
Philipp A. Weber, COO / CFO
Volljurist, University of Passau & Munich LL.M. (International Trade), University of Wollongong
Philipp Weber joined AMS Technologies in March of 2001. He directs all operational and financial activities within the European AMS subsidiaries.
Jan Meise, CEO
Dipl.Ing Electrical Engineering at Technical University of Braunschweig
Jan Meise joined AMS Technologies as CSO (Chief Sales Officer) in 2010 and is responsible for all sales and marketing activities in Europe.
Philipp A. Weber, COO / CFO
Volljurist, University of Passau & Munich LL.M. (International Trade), University of Wollongong
Philipp Weber joined AMS Technologies in March of 2001. He directs all operational and financial activities within the European AMS subsidiaries.
Jan Meise, CEO
Dipl.Ing Electrical Engineering at Technical University of Braunschweig
Jan Meise joined AMS Technologies as CSO (Chief Sales Officer) in 2010 and is responsible for all sales and marketing activities in Europe.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Brian Protiva
Brian Protiva co-founded ADVA Optical Networking in 1994 and was the CEO until 2022 when Adtran acquired ADVA. He currently serves as a board member for Adtran.
Benno Oderkerk
Benno Oderkerk, a highly regarded photonics expert, co-founded the Dutch spectroscopy company Avantes in 1994 and led it as CEO until 2020.
Juergen Hansjosten
Juergen Hansjosten (Chairman of the Supervisory Board) is currently CEO of Infrafibre Germany .
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Operational Excellence is a priority in everything we do. We ensure seamless transfer to production and subcontracting through tightly controlled, fully documented processes and a globally consistent data infrastructure.
With employees, data centers, and manufacturing all located in Europe, we deliver solutions that are made “In Europe, for Europe.”
Rigorous process control and revision management
Every step is monitored, documented, and continuously improved. From Bill of Materials (BOM) management to workflow approvals, we maintain strict revision control to ensure quality and consistency.
Centralized procurement and supply chain expertise
With a purchasing volume exceeding €20 million and a dedicated team based in Munich, we manage a robust network of trusted, audited suppliers—spanning from bare components to complex photonics integration and box builds.
Full traceability and compliance
We offer complete transparency on delivery performance, quality, and country of origin. As an Authorized Economic Operator, we ensure automated export and embargo control, supported by digital supplier management and JOSCAR accreditation.
Commitment to ESG principles
Environmental, Social, and Governance considerations are embedded in our operations, reflecting our responsibility to our partners, our people, and our planet.
COMPLIANCE HELPLINE
We at AMS Technologies are committed to conducting business in an ethical and lawful way. Thus we encourage our own employees as well as third parties to speak up in case they should have concerns about compliance. You can report a potential violation 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at our helpline.
CERTIFICATIONS
The management system of AMS Technologies AG has been registered as conforming to the requirements of DIN EN ISO 14001:2015 and DIN EN ISO 9001:2015. The management system is applicable to: Solution provider and distributor in the optical technologies, thermal management and power technologies sectors.
Since 2024, AMS Technologies is also certified as an Authorized Economic Operator by the European customs authorities. The AEO status is recognized by major economies like China, Japan, and the U.S. and means smoother customs processes, fewer inspections, and faster business transactions for us and our partners.
Since 2025, AMS Technologies is also JOSCAR-accredited, demonstrating our commitment to quality and adherence to strict industry standards. This certification is recognized by key sectors such as aerospace, defence, and security, ensuring a streamlined procurement process, enhanced trust, and reliability. For our customers, this means easier access to compliance documentation, fewer barriers to entry, and a more competitive and efficient supply chain.
MEMBERSHIPS
We at AMS Technologies strongly believe in the power of networking – we are member of several industry associations that bring together players and stakeholders in the photonics community at local, regional and international level, and offer significant opportunities for development, growth and synergies. We are a proud member of EPIC Photonics, The International Society on Pulsed Power Applications e.V., Photonic Sweden, Photonics Finland, secpho, Société Française d’Optique (SFO) the as well as the Systematic Optics & Photonics Hub.
LOCATIONS
AMS Technologies AG (Headquarter)
Fraunhoferstr. 22
82152 Martinsried, Germany
Phone: +49 (0)89 895 77 0
Fax: +49 (0)89 895 77 199
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AMS Technologies Sp. z.o.o.
Jadwigi Majówny 43c
30-298 Kraków, Poland
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AMS Technologies Nordic /
Azpect Photonics AB
Aminogatan 34
SE43153 Mölndal, Sweden
Phone +46 (0)8 55 44 24 80
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AMS Technologies S.A.R.L.
15 avenue du Hoggar, Parc Victoria,
Immeuble Le Vancouver
91940 Les Ulis, France
Phone: +33 (0)1 64 86 46 00
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neoLASE GmbH
Hollerithallee 17
D-30419 Hannover, Germany
Phone: +49 511 515160-0
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AMS Technologies S.L.
Carrer dels Filadors, 35 5-6
08208 Sabadell (Barcelona), Spain
Phone: +34 93 380 84 20
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AMS Technologies S.r.l.
Via Copernico, 21
20025 Legnano (MI) Italy
Phone: +39 0331 596 693
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AMS Technologies Ltd.
Nene House, Drayton Way
Daventry
Northamptonshire NN11 8EA,
United Kingdom
Phone: +44 (0)1455 556360
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Elforlight Ltd.
Nene House, Drayton Way Daventry
Northamptonshire NN11 8EA,
United Kingdom
Phone: +44 (0)1327 300069
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