QuEra joins Maryland’s growing quantum sector - business.maryland.gov

QuEra joins Maryland’s growing quantum sector 9/25/2026 Amanda Winters Article Topics: Innovation Expansion Research Capital Region Technology Quantum Technology Maryland’s quantum sector continues to flourish, with another company planning its move into the Discovery District. QuEra – a New England neutral-atom quantum computing company – has announced its new facility in Prince George’s County. With this new location, QuEra can expand its partnership with the National Quantum Laboratory (QLab) at the University of Maryland, College Park, while surrounding itself with some of the most innovative leaders in quantum technology. The region is also home to the Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence and Security (ARLIS) and Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), two major investors in the state’s Capital of Quantum initiative. “Neutral-atom technology is advancing at a remarkable pace, and putting Aquila in the hands of QLab’s researchers, educators, and students is exactly how we help accelerate that progress. We’re proud to support the University of Maryland’s quantum community, and establishing an office in Discovery District Maryland deepens our commitment to the region’s thriving quantum ecosystem.”Yuval Boger, Chief Commercial Officer of QuEra Computing This news follows several recent quantum announcements for Maryland, including British firms Quantum Motion and Riverlane both selecting the Discovery District for new locations, and Microsoft officially opening its new quantum research center.

The Quantum World Congress – the premier event for the global quantum ecosystem – relocated its gathering from Virginia to Maryland this year, joining the state’s growing industry momentum. Since launching the initiative in 2025, Maryland has secured more than $500 million in quantum investments. Quantum Computing in Maryland Plan Your Move to Maryland Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on X Email this Page Share on SMS Keep Up With The Latest News Sign up to receive an email update when news is posted. EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Email Subscribe This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

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