MICROOLED SARL

Their core work

MICROOLED is a Grenoble-based SME specializing in OLED microdisplay technology and micro-LED patterning for compact, high-luminance display applications. They develop and manufacture miniature display components used in augmented reality, cockpit instrumentation, and wearable devices. Their work spans from organic light-emitting diode design to advanced patterning techniques like quantum dot integration and UV nanoimprint lithography. They bring manufacturing know-how for transitioning microdisplay technologies from lab prototypes to pilot-line and volume production.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

MICROOLED's early H2020 work (2015-2019) centered on OLED microdisplay design and performance — making displays brighter, more efficient, and larger through projects like LOMID and HyperOLED. From 2018 onward, their focus shifted toward advanced manufacturing techniques: direct patterning of micro-LEDs with quantum dots (MiLEDI) and pilot-line production of micro-optics using roll-to-roll and UV imprint methods (PHABULOUS). The trajectory shows a clear move from display R&D toward scalable micro-fabrication processes.

MICROOLED is evolving from a display component developer into a micro-fabrication partner capable of pilot-line and roll-to-roll production of optical microstructures.

How they like to work

MICROOLED participates exclusively as a partner, never as coordinator, which is typical for a specialized technology SME contributing specific manufacturing or component expertise to larger consortia. With 40 unique partners across 15 countries in just 5 projects, they engage in sizeable consortia and are comfortable working with diverse international teams. Their consistent participant role suggests they are sought after for their niche technical contribution rather than project management capacity.

Broad European network spanning 40 partners across 15 countries, built through participation in mid-to-large consortia. Based in Grenoble — a major photonics and microelectronics hub — they are well-connected within the European optics and display supply chain.

What sets them apart

MICROOLED sits at the intersection of OLED microdisplay expertise and advanced micro-patterning — a rare combination among European SMEs. Their Grenoble location places them in one of Europe's densest photonics ecosystems, giving them access to leading research infrastructure. For consortium builders, they offer hands-on manufacturing capability for miniature optical and display components, bridging the gap between laboratory optics research and scalable production.

Highlights from their portfolio

• LOMID
  Largest single EC contribution (EUR 824K) — focused on cost-effective large OLED microdisplays, representing their core business domain.
• PHABULOUS
  Most recent and longest-running project (2020-2025), marking their strategic pivot toward pilot-line micro-optics manufacturing using roll-to-roll and UV-NIL techniques.
• HiLICo
  Clean Sky 2 project applying their display technology to avionics — demonstrates cross-sector capability from digital displays into aerospace/transport.