QuiX Quantum Joins Italy’s Q-Alliance to Build a Quantum Hub Supporting the National Quantum Technology Strategy
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Facilitating Italy's digital transformation and enhancing its quantum ecosystem by adding photonic qubits into the country's quantum computing infrastructure.
Cernobbio, Italy, March 16, 2026 - QuiX Quantum, a leading provider of photonic quantum computing hardware, announced today the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Q-Alliance, consortium uniting leading quantum technology companies, research institutions, and governmental bodies, with the goal of creating a pan-European quantum ecosystem.
As a member of Q-Alliance, QuiX Quantum will contribute its leadership in measurement-based, universal quantum computing with superior interconnectivity, scalability and room-temperature operation. Q-Alliance will provide infrastructure to support research, entrepreneurship, and real-world quantum applications across key sectors such as pharmaceuticals, materials science, logistics, and financial services. This collaboration builds on QuiX Quantum’s expansion across Europe and U.K., further solidifying its position as the European leading photonic quantum computing company.
Q-Alliance is an ambitious new initiative to establish a world-class quantum computing hub located at the National Center “Volta” in Lombardy, Italy. Formed in alignment with Italy’s National Strategy for Quantum Technologies, Q-Alliance brings together public and private partners committed to building a future-forward quantum ecosystem.
“QuiX Quantum pools the expertise of Europe's regional centers in the field of quantum computing, thereby creating international competitiveness” said Stefan Hengesbach, CEO of QuiX Quantum.“For Italy's quantum ecosystem, photonic quantum computing is a strategic complement and has the potential to leverage renowned expertise in quantum optics, which is deeply rooted in Italy. Our goal is to create economic value by not only collaborating with Italy's emerging key industries and research in the field of photonics, but also by focusing specifically on applications of quantum computing. We expect these to be in the finance, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and aerospace sectors, as well as in the field of data centers, simulation, and data processing.”
Alessio Butti, Undersecretary of State to the Presidency of the Council of Ministers for Technological Innovation said “The entry of QuiX Quantum into Q-Alliance represents an important step in the development of a strong and competitive European quantum ecosystem. Italy has chosen to invest decisively in quantum technologies, promoting a model that brings together scientific research, industry and strategic infrastructures. In this framework, the National Center ‘Volta’ and Q-Alliance are designed as an open platform for international cooperation, capable of attracting expertise, fostering real-world applications and strengthening Europe’s technological sovereignty.”
About QuiX Quantum
QuiX Quantum is a leading provider of photonic quantum computing hardware driving innovation across Europe in the development of its Universal Quantum Computer. The first system, already sold and contracted for delivery, underscores the impact of QuiX Quantum’s market-leading hardware and renowned quality. Following its expansion across Europe and UK, QuiX Quantum pushes the boundaries of quantum technology and industry strengthening Europe’s international competitiveness leveraging a wide network of partners while serving a growing global customer base.
