Quantum Australia Reports $83.1M Economic Impact and Growth of 15 Quantum Companies

Insider BriefPress release – New independent modelling has been released that shows Quantum Australia‘s national programs have created $83.1 million in economic value while supporting more than six times the public investment in economy-wide activity.This figure, calculated by independent consultancy Avant Group as net present value over five years, spans grant and industry funding mobilised, private investment leveraged, and commercial contracts signåed through Quantum Australia programs in just two years.Further data also revealed Quantum Australia has also helped create 15 new quantum companies, established 110 industry-research partnerships, and facilitated over $50 million in grant funding for quantum use-cases across critical industries.The figures were released during Australia’s first national quantum startup showcase, the Quantum Australia Showcase, held at New Parliament House in Canberra to demonstrate how national coordination is accelerating the commercialisation and adoption of Australian quantum technologies.The showcase brought together organisations and leaders from across Australia’s quantum ecosystem, including researchers, industry, investors, government, and end users from a broad range of critical industries.As part of the event, six early-stage quantum ventures from those programs showcased their investment-ready technologies with the potential to transform healthcare, logistics, critical infrastructure, secure communications, and quantum computing:The showcase was attended by a Japanese delegation following the recent signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between Australia and Japan, creating a framework for closer collaboration in quantum research, innovation, talent, and commercialisation.It also coincided with Quantum Australia revealing a new team based in Canberra at the Australian National University, strengthening its presence in the nation’s capital as it continues to coordinate quantum activity across states and territories.The clear sector growth and commercial returns from public quantum funding shows the national investment in quantum is beginning to convert research strength into economic activity, according to Quantum Australia.Petra Andrén, CEO of Quantum Australia, said: “Quantum Australia exists to connect researchers, entrepreneurs, industry, end-users, investors, and government to turn world-class science into ventures with the potential to solve real-world problems. Today we’re seeing that investment begins to deliver measurable economic returns.“These six companies are the result of over two years of building Australia’s quantum innovation pipeline. As a result, Australian quantum research is becoming Australian quantum companies, developing technologies for healthcare, critical infrastructure, logistics, and computing to solve real-world problems.“The next challenge is maintaining that momentum through continued national coordination and sustained investment ensuring these companies can scale in Australia, create jobs here, and compete globally.”TopicsShare Get the latest research, company news, and market intelligence every week. MENTIONED IN THE ARTICLEQuantum Australia is the national centre for quantum industry growth in Australia, established in 2024. It champions the Australian quantum ecosystem by supporting commercialization, talent development, and industry adoption of quantum technologies. Backed by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources, state governments, and 13 university partners, Quantum Australia coordinates efforts across research, startups, government, and industry to translate breakthrough science into real-world applications and globally competitive companies. Its programs foster connections, partnerships, and new ventures, aiming to position Australia as a global leader in quantum technology.More in Research The Quantum Insider (TQI) is the leading source for the latest quantum technology news, market intelligence, industry analysis, and data covering the global quantum ecosystem. NEWSROOMPLATFORMSERVICESCOMPANY© 2026 The Quantum Insider. All rights reserved. Part of the Resonance networkOne of our team will be in touch to learn more about your requirements, and provide pricing and access options.Subscribe to our industry leading leading newsletter for the latest in quantum news and insights. Necessary cookies are always on to ensure the website works. Optional cookies help us understand how the site is used. Privacy Policy