Global Firms Announce Plans for Southeastern Quantum Campus
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Insider Brief JLL and Qlocity are collaborating to identify and secure a site for a quantum campus in the southeastern United States, reflecting growing real estate demand tied to quantum technology development. JLL projects global quantum investment could increase from $2 billion in 2024 to as much as $50 billion, with development expected to cluster around a small number of research-driven ecosystems. The proposed campus is expected to support regional economic growth, attract high-skilled talent, and position the Southeast as a hub for quantum commercialization and infrastructure. Image: Photo by geralt on Pixabay PRESS RELEASE — – JLL, a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, today announced that it is working with Qlocity, a global quantum commercialization firm connecting research, workforce, and industry to drive real-world deployment. Together, the firms will identify and secure a site for a state-of-the-art Quantum Campus in the southeastern United States. According to JLL’s recent report, The Future of Quantum Real Estate, quantum technology is advancing rapidly with significant real estate implications on the horizon. JLL expects global quantum investment to surge from $2 billion in 2024 to as much as $50 billion, creating a new category of “quantum campuses” near research hubs like Boston, Munich, and Tokyo. “Quantum computing is following AI’s investment trajectory but lagging by about a decade,” the report notes, adding that a breakthrough delivering widespread quantum utility could drive real estate demand similar to the rise of AI and the data center sector. As with AI, JLL expects the geography of quantum to remain concentrated, with investment and facility development clustering around a limited number of quantum ecosystems that combine research infrastructure, government support, and private enterprise. Leveraging insights gained from the extensive market analysis in the report, JLL is actively collaborating with Qlocity, global technology firms, and regional thought leaders to identify and secure the optimal site in the Southeast. Qlocity will operate the hub-and-spoke model and lead development of the proposed quantum campus, drawing on experience in quantum ecosystem development and commercialization. The firms are committed to moving rapidly and working with state and local officials to ensure the quantum campus supports the growth of the Southeast region. “Quantum computing is quickly moving from theoretical promise to real-world infrastructure, and JLL is helping clients navigate this transition,” said Vice Chairman, David Endelman from JLL. “Our expertise in complex, high-performance environments, combined with our understanding of the advanced quantum market, positions us to deliver strategic guidance to support Qlocity’s ambitious vision.” Together, the firms expect the quantum campus to create significant economic impact, attract high-skilled jobs, and position the Southeast as a premier destination for quantum innovation and commercialization aligned with national and economic security priorities. JLL plans to provide further updates as site selection progresses and operational milestones are achieved.
Matt Swayne LinkedIn With a several-decades long background in journalism and communications, Matt Swayne has worked as a science communicator for an R1 university for more than 12 years, specializing in translating high tech and deep tech for the general audience. He has served as a writer, editor and analyst at The Quantum Insider since its inception. In addition to his service as a science communicator, Matt also develops courses to improve the media and communications skills of scientists and has taught courses. matt@thequantuminsider.com Share this article: