Xairos Selected By Dutch Ministry Of Defence For Quantum Challenge In Collaboration With Qubitrium And Qudef

Xairos Systems, Inc., along with partners Qubitrium and QuDef, has been selected by the Netherlands Ministry of Defence’s Materiel and IT Command (COMMIT) for their Purple NECtar Quantum Challenges initiative. The collaboration aims to demonstrate Quantum Time Transfer (QTT), focusing on secure clock synchronization for Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) in environments without GNSS or RF signals. This effort will culminate in a demonstration at the November 2025 Purple NECtar event, showcasing advancements in quantum-secure communications.

In a significant move to enhance defense capabilities, Xairos, Qubitrium, and QuDef have joined forces in a groundbreaking collaboration. This partnership is focused on advancing quantum timing solutions, particularly Quantum Time Transfer (QTT), to bolster the security and resilience of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems.

The initiative has been selected by the Netherlands Ministry of Defence’s COMMIT for their Purple NECtar Quantum Challenges program. Over the next eight months, the collaboration will conduct live exercises culminating in a demonstration at the Purple NECtar/Innovation in Defence event in November 2025. This showcase aims to highlight practical applications of quantum timing technologies.

Each company brings unique expertise to the table:

• Xairos is pioneering space-based timing architectures using QTT, addressing critical PNT needs for defense.
• QuDef specializes in integrating quantum technology into classical infrastructure, enhancing security measures.
• Qubitrium contributes by developing modules for a robust quantum internet, further advancing the initiative’s goals.

This collaboration underscores the potential of quantum timing to transform defense and navigation systems with precise and secure solutions. The development of compact quantum hardware is a priority, particularly for integration into unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and other defense applications, ensuring robust operations in adversarial environments.

Government support through initiatives like Purple NECtar has been instrumental in accelerating these developments. Such programs provide essential funding and real-world testing frameworks necessary to refine emerging quantum technologies.

The partnership addresses vulnerabilities in traditional PNT systems and leverages technological advancements and strategic investments to create resilient alternatives. By integrating advanced quantum technologies, this collaboration paves the way for more secure and precise defense solutions, marking a significant step forward in the evolution of defense systems.