STUTTGART — QuiX Quantum has joined the ARENA2036 ecosystem, an innovation platform based in Stuttgart, Germany, that fosters collaboration between science and industry to advance the future of mobility and production, marking a significant milestone in Europe’s photonic quantum computing landscape. The Dutch-German company, a leader in photonic quantum technology, brings a unique advantage to the research campus—its ability to operate photonic quantum processors at near room temperature. Unlike the widely used superconducting qubits that require energy-intensive cooling, QuiX Quantum’s technology promises to be more cost-effective and scalable, presenting new opportunities for diverse applications. This innovation is expected to benefit many of ARENA2036’s members as they explore its potential in various industries.
Dr. Stefan Hengesbach, CEO of QuiX Quantum, highlighted the advantages of being part of the ARENA2036 network: “Joining ARENA2036 gives us access to outstanding infrastructure and provides an agile, hands-on environment that fosters innovation. This platform allows us to collaborate with highly skilled partners, enabling fast and focused research and development.”
QuiX Quantum is already working with the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and the University of Stuttgart, both ARENA2036 members, to further develop photonic quantum processors for industrial applications. This partnership sets the stage for two primary initiatives at the beginning of QuiX Quantum’s membership:
- Testing and enhancing the world’s largest photonic quantum processor, in collaboration with the University of Stuttgart, with a focus on automotive, production, IT, and logistics applications.
- Developing specialized and universal quantum applications for industry, especially for optimizing data processing, such as pattern recognition in large databases and real-time decision-making for autonomous production systems.
ARENA2036 welcomes this addition to its technological portfolio, seeing significant potential, particularly in the digital transformation space. Photonic quantum computing aligns well with the goals of ARENA2036, particularly in Industry 4.0 and IT-OT convergence. It also offers a pathway to more energy-efficient and faster operations, a crucial factor as industries strive for greater flexibility and sustainability.
