The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) launched the Quantum Technologies Technical Committee (TC QT) with a kick-off meeting held at its Sophia-Antipolis headquarters on December 9, 2025. This event convened over 90 participants from Europe, Canada, Singapore, Japan, and other countries to establish a foundation for future activities and elect a leadership team, including Mark Pecen of EigenQ Europe as Chair. ETSI’s initiative aims to advance standardized quantum technologies, particularly in product development, and contribute to a sustainable future globally through the mapping of the quantum ecosystem and the creation of a Quantum Technologies Radar.
Quantum Technologies Technical Committee Establishment & Leadership
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) established the Quantum Technologies Technical Committee (TC QT) with a kick-off meeting held in Sophia-Antipolis. Over 90 participants from countries including Europe, Canada, Singapore, and Japan attended, signifying broad international interest in quantum standardization. This committee aims to advance standardized quantum technologies, with a particular focus on product development and contributing to a sustainable future globally, as stated by the newly elected Chair, Mark Pecen of EigenQ Europe.
Leadership for TC QT was elected during the initial meeting. Mark Pecen (EigenQ Europe) was chosen as Chair, while Axel Ferrazzini (GovStrat), Federico Grasselli (Leonardo S.p.A), Martin Ward (Toshiba), and Momtchil Peev (Huawei) will serve as Vice Chairs. Future meetings will be coordinated with other ETSI quantum groups – Quantum Safe Cryptography and Quantum Key Distribution – to maximize expert participation and ensure convergence across related standardization efforts.
The committee’s first work item will be a Technical Report mapping the quantum ecosystem and identifying areas for collaboration. Simultaneously, a “Quantum Technologies Radar” is being developed to provide a regularly updated overview of emerging technologies—including computing, communications, and sensors—assessing their maturity and relevance. A Technical Report on Implementation Guidelines for Quantum Random Number Generators is already in the approval process, offering practical guidance for implementers and users.
Upcoming Quantum Technology Reports & Standardization Efforts
The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) launched its Quantum Technologies Technical Committee (TC QT) with a kick-off meeting attracting over 90 participants internationally. This committee aims to advance standardized quantum technologies, particularly focusing on product development and contributing to a sustainable future globally. Mark Pecen of EigenQ Europe was elected Chair, supported by Vice Chairs from GovStrat, Leonardo S.p.A, Toshiba, and Huawei, signaling a collaborative, expert-driven approach to quantum standardization.
ETSI TC QT’s initial work will center on mapping the quantum ecosystem and identifying areas for cooperation. Simultaneously, the committee will develop a “Quantum Technologies Radar” – a regularly updated visual overview assessing the relevance and maturity of emerging technologies like quantum computing, communications, and sensors. This radar aims to provide a clear understanding of the rapidly evolving quantum landscape.
A Technical Report detailing Implementation Guidelines for Quantum Random Number Generators is already in the approval process. This report will serve as a practical guide for both those implementing and using these devices. Interested parties can also contribute to the ETSI/IQC Quantum Safe Cryptography Conference 2026, taking place in Ottawa, Canada, from June 16-18, 2026.
ETSI is not only committed to Europe’s future in quantum technology but is also contributing to a sustainable future globally.
Mark Pecen
