Insider Brief:
- IQT Nordics 2025, held May 20-22 at Chalmers Conference Centre, will bring together researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers to discuss real-world applications of quantum computing, sensing, and communication.
- Distinguished speakers, including experts from IonQ, Quantinuum, the European Commission, and Volvo Group, will present on quantum commercialization, post-quantum cryptography, and hybrid quantum-classical computing.
- Attendees will gain firsthand access to Chalmers University’s Quantum Labs, participate in networking events, and explore funding and partnership opportunities within the Nordic quantum ecosystem.
PRESS RELEASE — GOTHENBURG, Sweden – IQT Nordics 2025, the 3rd annual edition of the premier quantum technology conference in the Nordic region, will take place May 20-22, 2025, at the Chalmers Conference Centre in Gothenburg, Sweden. Themed “Real-World Applications and Progress Enabled by Quantum Technology,” the event will bring together leading researchers, industry executives, and policymakers to discuss advancements in quantum computing, sensing, and communication.
As quantum technology moves from theoretical research to practical implementation, IQT Nordics 2025 will focus on how businesses, governments, and scientific institutions are leveraging quantum technology to address real-world challenges. The event will highlight end-user applications, quantum strategies in industrial sectors, commercialization of quantum solutions, and technological innovations shaping the field.
IQT Nordics 2025 will feature distinguished speakers from leading quantum organizations, government bodies, and research institutions who are actively contributing to the future of the industry. Among the confirmed speakers are:
- Dr. Göran Johansson, Director, Wallenberg Centre for Quantum Technology (WACQT) – Introductory presentation: Quantum in the Nordics
- Oscar Diez, Head of Quantum Computing, European Commission – Talk: EU Priorities and Strategies in Quantum Technology
- Ariel Braunstein, SVP Product and Applications, IonQ – Keynote: Commercializing Quantum Value
- Harry Buhrman, Chief Scientist for Algorithms and Innovation, Quantinuum – Talk: Quantum Heuristics: From Worst Case to Practice
- Mikael Rönnholm, Director of Emerging Technologies, Volvo Group – Talk: Quantum Technology for Future Competitiveness
These speakers, along with many others, will share insights on the latest advancements in quantum computing, sensing, post-quantum cryptography, and hybrid quantum-classical approaches.
The conference will provide attendees with exclusive access to some of the Nordic region’s leading quantum research facilities and industry initiatives. Participants will have the opportunity to tour the Quantum Labs at Chalmers University of Technology, gaining firsthand insight into their latest research in superconducting quantum computing.
In addition to this in-person exploration, IQT Nordics 2025 will feature exclusive networking events designed to cultivate collaboration among industry leaders, startups, and investors. Attendees can engage in discussions at an evening gathering on May 20 and further connect during a cruise through Gothenburg’s waterways on May 21, providing a unique setting for forming strategic partnerships within the quantum ecosystem.
The event is a unique opportunity for businesses and researchers to explore funding opportunities, industry partnerships, and the latest developments in quantum computing and sensing. For more details, registration, and updates on additional speakers, visit https://iqtevent.com/nordics.
