Munich, July 2, 2025 – The European Commission today published its new Quantum Strategy, setting a clear direction for Europe’s role in advancing quantum infrastructure, enabling industrial adoption, and strengthening technological sovereignty.   “As quantum science moves from lab to real-world application, Europe must maintain its leadership,” said Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice-President for Tech Sovereignty, Security and Democracy. “We have everything we need to become a leading quantum continent, from a highly skilled workforce to a robust research infrastructure.”  The strategy also marks a success for QBN and its Community, as it reflects many of the extensive contributions submitted during the consultation process, including whitepapers outlining Europe’s pathway to a successful quantum economy, in-depth expertise on quantum technologies for defence developed in collaboration with NATO, targeted reports on emerging fields such as diamond and photonic quantum technologies, as well as industry reports and broader expert feedback from the Community.  The strategy outlines five key priorities for action: advancing research and innovation, building scalable quantum infrastructures including six pilot lines for chip production, strengthening the industrial ecosystem with startup support and supply chain resilience, integrating quantum technologies in space, defence, and security, and establishing a pan-European skills initiative, including a dedicated Quantum Skills Academy to launch in 2026. It also includes the creation of a European Quantum Design Facility and a pilot initiative for the European Quantum Internet.  Notably, by 2040 the global quantum sector is expected to exceed a value of €155 billion and create thousands of highly skilled jobs across the EU. The Strategy also aims to boost Europe’s share of global private quantum investment, currently at around 5%.  QBN’s extensive input and contributions, combined with a long-term, collaborative relationship with the European Commission, have been instrumental to shaping the new EU Quantum Strategy. Representing over 100 key international organisations across the four quantum pillars, QBN and its members actively shared challenges, identified needs, and proposed concrete measures to support the growth of Europe’s quantum sector. The key Strategy’s components from from building scalable quantum infrastructures and boosting startup growth, to advancing industrial adoption and establishing a coordinated quantum skills agenda closely reflect the input provided by QBN and its committed members during the consultation process with the ultimate goal of ensuring and fostering a thriving EU quantum ecosystem.  Importantly, while the Strategy sets a strong direction toward market-ready applications and industrial leadership, it leaves room for greater clarity when it comes to implementation, particularly in bridging the gap between scientific excellence and commercial adoption. Concrete mechanisms such as public-private partnerships, dedicated procurement incentives, and structured technology transfer frameworks will be essential to enable the full socio-economic potential of quantum technologies.  QBN is well positioned to help address this gap. Through our broad member industry base and ongoing strategic activities, we support startups in scaling, help corporates and governments develop quantum strategies and become quantum-ready, secure vital funding, and connect R&D with real-world applications. As implementation begins, we look forward to continuing this work – building partnerships, identifying challenges, and accelerating progress on industry adoption where it’s most needed.  QBN welcomes the new strategy, being aligned with the long-standing priorities of the broader European quantum industry.  We invite stakeholders from all sectors: industry, research, government, and investment – to join us in shaping the next phase of Europe’s quantum journey. Let us collaborate together on the process of building a sustainable, secure and resilient quantum European future.  You can download the new EU Quantum Strategy here: Factsheet_Quantum_Strategy.pdf  

Munich, 01 July 2025 – The Quantum Business Network (QBN) reflects on a productive and engaging presence at this year’s edition of World of Quantum, held from 24–27 June in Munich, Germany. Over four days, QBN hosted a joint pavilion together with 11 of its valued members, creating a welcoming, collaborative hub that became a natural meeting point for the global quantum community. The spirit of the QBN Pavillion was one of trust, positiveness, and openness towards collaboration and innovation, which are also part of the values defining the QBN network. Visitors to the booth experienced the wide variety of the latest quantum breakthroughs produced by our valued QBN members, from computing and communication to sensing and enabling components. Reportedly, the booth was a platform for attracting high quality collaboration partners, leading meaningful discussions regarding potential strategic partnerships, and discussing potential job opportunities between the QBN community and the visitors. One full-stack quantum computing company alone recorded over 90 qualified contacts, with others shared similarly encouraging outcomes. German Government Engagement and Strategic Dialogue at the QBN Pavilion On Wednesday, 25 June, the QBN Joint Booth welcomed two high-level visits that underscored the growing alignment between the public sector and the quantum industry and marked a key moment for both QBN Members and their visitors. First, Dr. Engelbert Beyer, Head of the “Technology-Oriented Research for Innovation” sub-department at the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), stopped by for an insightful exchange with QBN CEO & Founder Johannes Verst and several co-exhibiting members. The conversations reflected a shared commitment to fostering innovation and advancing national support for quantum technologies, particularly through collaborative industry-driven approaches. Shortly after, the Bavarian Minister of Digital Affairs Dr. Fabian Mehring visited the joint QBN Booth. In a follow-up to their previous meeting at the IHK, Johannes Verst and Minister Mehring discussed the importance of strengthening collaboration across the Bavarian, German, and broader European quantum ecosystems, in particular focusing on the domains of private investment, commercialisation and the industry adoption of quantum technologies. Minister Mehring was also introduced to the 11 co-exhibiting QBN members, gaining first insights into their diverse capabilities but also challenges. The two governmental visits not only reflect the shared values of collaboration, innovation and real-world impact that define and drive the QBN Community, but they also reaffirm and strengthen QBN’s role in shaping a sustainable and resilient quantum future. VIP Networking Reception Driving the European Quantum’s Community Forward In the summer evening of June 25th, QBN hosted once again its remarkable and rare VIP networking gathering, bringing together renowned members and stakeholders of the QBN and the wider European quantum community ranging from quantum industry leaders to high level policymakers. The evening, kicked off by the welcoming speech of QBN’s CEO Johannes Verst and Marius Almstedt (Director Strategy & Growth, QAI Ventures), provided a unique space for the invitees to engage in relaxed yet meaningful conversations while enjoying the beautiful sunset summer views of Munich. The energy of the rooftop networking evening reflected the impact of the QBN community to the wider quantum ecosystem, namely through the strength of connections formed through our network. QBN once again special thanks gold sponsor QAI Ventures and Silver Sponsors Akhetonics and Quantum Art for their support in making this unique evening possible. Spotlight on QBN Members’ Expertise & Products On the third day of the World of Quantum, QBN hosted a dedicated speaking session for its co-exhibiting members on one of the main conference’s stages, providing a visibility platform for the insightful presentations of their latest product developments and industry applications. The session demonstrated the range and depth of solutions being developed within the QBN Community, also in return, highlighting QBN’s connector role between industries’ needs and quantum technological innovation. QBN’s Pavillion Collaborative Spirit and Global Engagement Throughout the whole week of the conference, the QBN Joint Booth welcomed international visitors and delegations from around the globe, including representatives from Montana, Singapore, and Israel with the conversations providing a fruitful ground for meaningful future partnerships. During the four days, the joint booth proved to be not only an exhibition space but a real platform for future collaboration, therefore reflecting the supportive and trusted environment QBN has cultivated across its community as well. The QBN team extends its warm thank you to all 11 co-exhibiting members and their respective representatives: Amsterdam Scientific Instruments Arquimea Research Center Classiq eleQtron Fraunhofer IIS IQM Quantum Computers Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC) Pasqal Qilimanjaro Quantum Tech Qudora Technologies Twin Photonics We are also grateful to our valued member Akhetonics for its additional support by sponsoring the Joint Booth’s delicious catering for the entire duration of the event. Looking ahead, QBN is excited to welcome new members, committed to the advancement of quantum technologies and the building of a prosperous and resilient quantum economy. We remain dedicated to deepening the industry – focused activities with new and also established partners. The great success that QBN and its devoted Community had at the overall exhibition, reaffirmed the network’s core mission, namely to foster collaboration across different stakeholders and domains, accelerate the commersialisation, and drive the adoption of quantum technologies across Europe and beyond.   Follow QBN on LinkedIn, YouTube and subscribe to our monthly newsletter for all upcoming recaps and photos from the QBN Pavillion, the VIP Networking Reception and the QBN Speaking Session at the World of Quantum.