Ecosystem
Building a collaborative quantum ecosystem for innovation acceleration
QDNL has helped build a world-leading quantum ecosystem that drives real economic and societal impact through innovation, collaboration, and action.
The Dutch quantum ecosystem brings together researchers, technology builders, entrepreneurial founders, industry partners, and policymakers working to accelerate quantum technologies and their practical and societal applications.
About QDNL
QDNL is a dynamic and innovative quantum technology ecosystem located in Europe that strives to create significant societal impact through technological advancements. We connect people in the quantum field and beyond, providing opportunities to learn, collaborate, and achieve more together.
National Programme
At QDNL, we bring our mission to life through distinct programmes and action lines, each a decisive initiative designed to address quantum opportunities, with well-articulated goals, aspirations, and strategies.
Companies in our ecosystem
Ecosystem hubs
QDNL has five distinct innovation hubs across the Netherlands in Amsterdam, Delft, Leiden, Eindhoven & Twente.
WIQD
The QDNL ecosystem highly values a diverse and inclusive community. As one of our efforts to achieve this, we support We in Quantum Development (WIQD). WIQD brings together diverse audiences in quantum in the Netherlands and beyond. We believe that a support network and dedicated initiatives will improve the recruitment and retention of diverse and historically underrepresented talent in the field.
International Collaboration
QDNL works with partners across Europe and beyond to strengthen the quantum ecosystem. Through joint projects, taskforces, and cross-border initiatives, we build connections that support innovation, talent, and long-term impact.
HoQ
Where minds meet, ideas merge, and people thrive. Providing those working in quantum technology with the spaces & facilities needed to excel and move forward together. Located in Delft, Leiden, Amsterdam, Eindhoven & Twente.
“The potential impact of quantum technology is so profound that it is hard to imagine what it will look like exactly. I hope we can resist the temptation to simplify things to make them sound better than they are.”
"In contrast to universities, which have been around for centuries, the need for diversity was built in our ecosystem from the very beginning and this allows for a different way of thinking. I would hope that in the future, our group will be even more diverse than it is now.”
“When there was still a lot of fear of missing out, there was a lot of nonsense being sold. That no longer works; that sense of naivety is gone. New decisions will have to be made, in the spirit of ‘we’re in this together. Don’t be afraid. Sow the seeds. Dare to do.”
