planqc and the LOGIQC consortium will compete to build an error-corrected quantum computer using neutral atoms after being selected for Germany’s Quantum Computing Competition. The initiative, backed by up to €640 million from the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space, aims to establish at least two European-leading error-corrected quantum computers by 2030 for industrial use.
“The selection of LOGIQC is a strong validation of our technological approach and the capabilities of the entire consortium,” says Sebastian Blatt, Co-Founder and CTO of planqc. The consortium includes the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics and Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich among its partners.
LOGIQC Consortium Selected for Germany’s Quantum Computing Competition
This approach uses neutral atoms as qubits, a technology platform receiving dedicated funding alongside trapped ions and superconducting circuits within the larger €640 million initiative. The competition’s structure deliberately fosters diversity, ensuring two consortia pursue each of the three chosen technologies to accelerate progress toward functional, scalable quantum systems.
Beyond building the quantum processor itself, LOGIQC will also develop essential infrastructure, including specialized laboratories, laser systems, and pilot production lines to facilitate scaling and eventual commercialization of the technology. This comprehensive approach addresses a critical bottleneck in quantum computing development; simply demonstrating a qubit is not enough to build a useful machine.
The initial phase of the competition requires each selected group to demonstrate a functioning system meeting specific criteria by March 31, 2027, with further evaluations planned after 30 months to determine continued funding. “Germany has all the ingredients to play a leading role in quantum computing,” Blatt added, “The critical step now is to bring these strengths together and scale them. The QCC comes at exactly the right time to help turn Germany’s strength in quantum research into industrial leadership.”
Germany has all the ingredients to play a leading role in quantum computing. The critical step now is to bring these strengths together and scale them. The QCC comes at exactly the right time to help turn Germany’s strength in quantum research into industrial leadership.
Source: https://planqc.eu/news/planqc-selected-for-germany-s-quantum-computing-competition-with-logiqc
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