Overview
The file concerns an upcoming European Commission legislative initiative titled the EU Quantum Strategy. The procedure is at a pre-proposal stage, with a Commission Work Programme (CWP) entry scheduled for 30 June 2026 under the heading "Quantum Act." The analysis is based on the provided institutional calendar and stakeholder outreach data.
Legislative timeline
The initiative is in its preparatory phase. The next key procedural milestone is the planned inclusion of a "Quantum Act" in the European Commission's Work Programme for 2026, scheduled for 30 June 2026. No further legislative steps or dates are currently indicated.
Institutional handling
The lead Directorate-General within the European Commission is DG CNECT (Communications Networks, Content and Technology), under the responsibility of Commissioner Henna Virkkunen. In the Council of the EU, the relevant configuration for this file is the Competitiveness Council (COMPET).
Stakeholder reactions
Substantial stakeholder engagement has occurred during the preparatory phase, with 59 documented meetings involving 34 distinct organisations. These meetings involved European Commissioners (26 meetings), Members of the European Parliament (17 meetings), and European Commission staff (16 meetings). The most frequently engaged organisations include IQM, IQM Finland Oy, the Danish Chamber of Commerce (Dansk Erhverv), Forschungszentrum Jülich, and the Quantum Community Network.
On the topic of 'EU digital & tech sovereignty', several stakeholders have expressed positions that align with strengthening European capabilities. The Danish Chamber of Commerce endorses the Commission's approach to reduce fragmentation. IQM Quantum Computers emphasizes quantum computing's strategic role for Europe's competitiveness. Planqc advocates for European quantum start-ups to power European sovereign infrastructure. IQM's communications focus on EU quantum computing production and support for the Chips Act and Quantum Act.
Regarding 'EU research funding', there is clear stakeholder advocacy for increased support. IQM Quantum Computers explicitly states the importance of continued support from EU programs. OVH Groupe advocates for innovative public procurements to spur demand. Thales explicitly aligns its quantum roadmap with the EU Quantum Strategy. Planqc discusses funding schemes within the context of global competition, noting other regions are advancing quickly.
On 'EU industrial funding', IQM explicitly advocates for larger-scale EU industrial funding, arguing that European quantum startups struggle to secure the necessary capital to scale and compete globally.
Media coverage
No media coverage data is provided for this file.