Day One (June 3, 2026)

Keynote Speech · Panel Discussion

09:00
Optical Networks in the Age of Agents
Wu Hequan, Academician, Chinese Academy of Engineering
09:30
Development Trends and Challenges of ROADM Network
Zhang Chengliang, Director of China Telecom Research Institute
09:50
Emerging Trends and the Industry Outlook for Optical Networks
Lan Lei, CMO, Optical Product Line, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd
11:10
Ultra-Wideband, Intelligent, and Secure Converged Optical Transport Networks for the AI Era
Chen Yong, Chief Engineer of OTN product, ZTE Corporation
10:30
Exploring the Integration of Sensing, Computing, and Intelligence in All-Optical Networks in the AI Era
Li Han, Chief Scientist, China Mobile, Director of Network & IP Technologies Research Dept., China Mobile Research Institute
10:50
Next-Generation Optical Network Technology: Source of Innovation Achievements Release
10:50
☕ Coffee Break
Take a break, tea break time
11:10
From Tokens to Photons: Building the "Millisecond-Computing" All-Optical Foundation for the Age of Agents
Li Ming, President, Optical Network Production Line, FiberHome Communications Technology Co., Ltd.
11:30
Innovation and Evolution in Next-Generation Optical Network Fiber Technologies
Xiong Liangming, Executive Director, State Key Laboratory of Optical Fiber and Cable Manufacture Technology, YOFC
11:50
Challenge and Opportunity for Optical Network in AI-Super Cycle
William ZHANG, General Manager of Optics Business Center, NOKIA Solutions (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
12:10
The Opportunities and Challenges for Optical Networks in the Era of Token-Based Operations
Tang Xiongyan, Deputy Director, China Unicom Research Institute
12:30
🍽 Lunch
Lunch break and meal time
14:00
Collective Development of ION-2030 Technical Standards Strategy: Advancing High-Quality Growth of AI-Optical Communication Industry
Ao Li, Vice President, China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT)
14:20
Advancing Optoelectronic Integration: Platform Capabilities for the AI Era
Xiao Xi, General Manager, National Information Optoelectronics Innovation Center
14:40
1.6T Testing in Action: Empowering the Industry to Accelerate Deployment
Eric Zhou, CTO, Shanghai HYWICOM Technology Ltd.
15:00
Pioneering the Future: Innovation and Implementation of Proactive Service-Oriented Optical Access Networks in the 10G Era
Jiang Ming, Deputy Director, Network Technology Research Dept., China Telecom Research Institute
15:20
Evolution of 10-Gigabit Optical Network Technologies in the AI Era
Zhang Dechao, Deputy Director, Network & IP Technology Research Dept., China Mobile Research Institute
15:40
Exploration of Trends and Business Scenarios in Hyper-converged All-Optical Access Network Technology
Zhang He, Director of Transmission, Basic Network Technology Research Department, Researcher in Chief, China Unicom Research Institute
16:00
Panel Discussion
The Co-Evolution of Ultra-High-Speed Transmission and Intelligent Computing Interconnection in the AI Era
Moderator: Wang Junfang, Technical Director of Science and Technology Development Department of FiberHome
Lasts for about 60 minutes

Panelist:

Zhang Anxu, Deputy Director, Transmission Network Research Center, Optical Network Technology Research Institute, China Telecom Research Institute
Wang Dong, Project Manager, Department of Network and IT Technology Research, China Mobile Research Institute China Unicom Research Institute
Shen Shikui, Chief Researcher of Optical Transmission, Network Research Dept., China Unicom
Zhang DejiangZ, Chief Expert, Optical System, Huawei
Luo Lairong, Director of OTN Solution, ZTE CORPORATION
Ma Jun, Optical Network Technology Expert, FiberHome
William ZHANG, General Manager of Optics Business Center, NOKIA Solutions (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Eric Zhou, CTO, Shanghai HYWICOM Technology Ltd.
17:00
🏁 End of Day One
Day Two - Morning Session
Day Two - Morning Session 1

Symposium on Key Technologies and Industrial Development of Ultra-Broadband, Ultra-High-Speed Optical Communication

Moderator: Zhang Anxu, Deputy Director, Optical Network Technology Research Institute, China Telecom Research Institute

09:00
Opening Address
Zhang Chengliang, Director of China Telecom Research Institute; Chairman of CCSA TC618
09:10
TC618 Plenary Session & 2nd Term Election and Inauguration Meeting
Huo Xiaoli, Director, Transmission Network Research Center, China Telecom Research Institute; Vice Chairman, CCSA TC618
09:20
Intelligent Optical Communication Systems
Yi Lilin, Distinguished Professor, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
09:50
Technological Exploration of S+C+L-Band Tellurite-Based Fiber Amplifiers
Jia Zhixu, Professor, Jilin University
10:20
Discussion on the Development of High-Speed Optical Communication Technologies and Industries in the AI Era
Zhao Wenyu, Deputy Director, Research Institute of Technology and Standards, CAICT, Vice Chairman, CCSA TC618
10:50
☕ Coffee Break & Group Photo
Coffee Break & Group Photo
11:00
Exploration of Ultra-Large-Capacity Optical Base: S+C+L Broad-Spectrum Optical Transmission Systems
Liu Pei, Chief Engineer, Huawei
11:15
Outlook on Key Technology Evolution for Large-Capacity Multi-Band Extended Optical Transmission
Zhang Dongchen, Optical System Pre-Research Engineer, ZTE
11:30
Development of Ultra-High-Speed Optoelectronic Chips - Analysis of TFLN Opportunities
Cao Quan, Optoelectronic Device Expert, Wuhan Fisilink Microelectronics
11:45
Technology and Practice of Ultra-High-Speed Backbone Networks Based on G.654 Fiber and Multi-Band Fiber Amplifiers
Zhou Hongyan, Product Engineer, YOFC
12:00
Conference Closed
Day Two - Morning Session 2

Intelligent Computing Center Optical Network Forum:
Revolution of Optical Interconnection for Intelligent Computing Centers

Moderator: Ge Dawei, Senior Engineer, Department of Fundamental Network Technology, China Mobile Research Institute

09:00
Welcome Remarks
Zhang Dechao, Deputy Director, Network & IP Technology Research Dept., China Mobile Research Institute
09:10
Technical Standards and Industry Progress in Optical Interconnection for Intelligent Computing Centers
Li Fang, Director of the Optical Network Technology and Application Research Department at the Institute of Technology and Standards, CACT
09:30
All-Optical Network Technologies for AI Computing Interconnection: Advances and Future Directions
Wang Dong, Project Manager, Department of Network and IT Technology Research, China Mobile Research Institute
09:50
Technological Insights into Large-Capacity Interconnection for AI Computing DCI
Zhang Dejiang, Chief Expert, Optical System, Huawei
10:10
Low-Latency, High-Bandwidth Optical Networks for AI Computing Centers: Requirements and Future Applications
Yan Baoluo, Chief Engineer of WDM Technology Planning, ZTE Corporation
10:30
Optical-Computing Convergence Network: Optimization and Resource Orchestration of OCS Networks for Large-Scale Computing Interconnection
Zheng Weichuang, Senior Technical Manager, Optical Network Business Unit, FiberHome
10:50
How Large AI Models Are Reshaping Optical Communication and Testing Technologies
Li Kai, Lead of Next-Generation Optical Networking and Testing, Keysight Technologies
11:10
AI network optical interconnection technology evolution
Fu Sidong, NPD Optical Network Architect, Tencent
11:30
Tokens-Driven Optical Interconnection of Intelligent Computing Network
Chen Cheng, Optical Network Architect, Baidu
11:50
📸 Group Photo
11:55
Conference Closed
Day Two - Morning Session 3

Next-Generation Intelligent Optical Transport Network:
All-Optical Switching & Endogenous Sensing Forum

Moderator: Shen Shikui, Chief Researcher of Optical Transmission, Network Research Dept., China Unicom

09:00
Key Requirements and Technologies for Optical Transmission Networks in the Intelligent Era
Kong Fanhua, Chief Expert of Backbone Wavelength Division, Optical Transmission Network, Huawei
09:25
High-Speed Interconnect Testing: Precise Calibration for Optical Network Endogenous Awareness
Eric Zhou, CTO, Shanghai HYWICOM Technology Ltd.
09:50
Development and Exploration of Quantum Communication and High-Capacity Optical Transmission Integration Technology
中国电信研究院光网络技术研究所高级工程师 Kong Weiwen, Senior Engineer, Institute of Optical Network Technology, China Telecom Research Institute
10:15
☕ Coffee Break
Take a break, tea break time
10:30
Exploring the Evolution of High-Speed Intelligent Optical Networks
Han Liuyan, Manager of Transport Network Sector, Network & IP Technology Research Dept., China Mobile Research Institute
10:55
Integrated Application Practice of Optical Network Communication and Sensing and Standard Progress
Zhang Chuanbiao, Senior Researcher, Basic Network Technology Research Department, China Unicom Research Institute
11:20
Optical Network Market Analysis: A New Narrative for AI Infrastructure
Mingyang Lyu, Senior Principal Analyst, Optical Component, OMDIA
11:45
📸 Group Photo
11:55
Conference Closed
Day Two – Afternoon Session
Day Two – Afternoon Session 4

Symposium on Ultra-High-Speed Optical Modules/
Devices Technology Development for Photonic-Electronic Convergence

Moderator: Zhang He, Director of Transmission, Basic Network Technology Research Department, Researcher in Chief, China Unicom Research Institute

14:00
Optical Transmitter Chips for Ultra-High-Speed Optical Communications
Lu Dan, Researcher, Institute of Semiconductors, Chinese Academy of Sciences
14:30
Development and Practice of High-Speed Optoelectronic Technologies under the AI Development Wave
Gong Yadong, Deputy Director, Transmission Network Research Center, China Telecom Research Institute
14:50
Photonic-Electronic Intelligent Collaboration Promoting Transmission Technology Development
Han Liuyan, Director, Transport Network Research Office, Basic Network Research Institute, China Mobile Research Institute
15:10
Key Optical Network Components and Standardization Progress
Shen Shikui, Chief Researcher of Optical Transmission, Network Research Dept., China Unicom
15:30
☕ Coffee Break & Group Photo
Take a break, tea break time
15:40
Coherent Optoelectronic Evolution Trends in the AI Era
Liu Tianzhu, Technology Director, Innovation Department, Hisilicon
15:55
Technological Transformation of Optical Components Driven by the AI Industry
Zhao Jianguo, Regulations Expert, ZTE Optoelectronics Technology
16:10
Thin-Film Lithium Niobate High-Speed Electro-Optic Modulator Technology for Next-Generation AI and Data Center Applications
Tao Zongyuan, Senior R&D Engineer, Liobate
16:25
Requirements and Technical Analysis of Optical Modules and Optical Circuit Switching (OCS) for AI Data Center Compute Power Networks
Hu Yi, Technology Director, Innovation Department, Accelink
16:40
下午会议结束
Day Two – Afternoon Session 5

Fiber & Cable Technology Innovation and
Ecosystem Evolution in the AI Computing Power Era Forum

Moderator: Feng Liping, Senior Engineer, Network Technology Research Dept., China Telecom Research Institute

14:00
Advances and Exploration of Emerging Optical Fibers and Transmission Systems
Wang Xishuo, Engineer, Optical Network Technology Research Institute, China Telecom Research Institute
14:25
Novel Optical Fiber Solutions for AI Scale Architectures in the Computing Era
Li Shuhai, Head of the Product BD team, State Key Laboratory of Optical Fiber and Cable Manufacture Technology, YOFC
14:50
Observations on HCF Transmission Technology and Prospects for Its Development
Ge Dawei, Senior Engineer, Department of Fundamental Network Technology, China Mobile Research Institute
15:15
VIAVI Hollow Core Fiber Testing Solution
Yu Hongkang, Manager, Communications Technology Department, VIAVI Solutions
15:40
☕ Coffee Break
Take a break, tea break time
15:55
Technology and Application Challenges of Multi-Core Fiber Amplifiers
Huang Shuailuo, Fundamental Network Technology Research, China Unicom Research Institute
16:20
Reconstructing the All-Optical Foundation: Evolution and Perspectives of Optical Interconnect Technologies for Future Computing-Aware Networks
Ruan Zuliang, System Engineer, H3C
16:45
Topic tbc
Joe Chen, Wire and Cable Analyst, CRU Group
17:10
📸 Group Photo
17:15
🏁 Conference Closed
Day Two – Afternoon Session 6

Next-Generation Optical Access Network:
F5G-A Evolution & Computing Power Aware Access Forum

Moderator: Sun Yue, Expert, Broadband Network, China Unicom Research Institute

14:00
AI-FAN Leads the Intelligent 10 Gbps Era for ION-2030 Networks
Gao Meng, Chief expert in optical access FTTx, Huawei
14:25
Leading the Way with 50G-PON Innovation: Accelerating the 10G All-Optical Evolution
Li Mingsheng, Chief Engineer of Optical Access Product Planning, ZTE Corporation
14:50
Riding Innovation to Build the 10G All-Optical Access Network
An Junfeng, Technical Director of Optical Network BU, FiberHome
15:15
☕ Coffee Break
Take a break, tea break time
15:30
Technology Innovation and Practice in the Evolution of Optical Access Networks for the AI Era
Yang Ziyao, Assistant Director of Access Network Center, China Telecom Research Institute
15:55
Exploring the Multidimensional Integration Evolution of 10-Gigabit Optical Networks in the AI Era
Li Junwei, Manager, Optical Access and Home Network Research Group, China Mobile Research Institute
16:20
AI-Oriented U-CAN: Hyper-Converged All-Optical Access Network Architecture and Technology Trends
Sun Yue, Expert, Broadband Network, China Unicom Research Institute
16:45
📸 Group Photo
16:55
Conference Closed