By the fourth quarter of 2026, Galaxy Systemy Informatyczne will become the first private company in the world to own and operate a 54-qubit quantum system, a significant deployment not occurring in traditional tech hubs but in Poland. The system, deployed by IQM, is a substantial private sector commitment to advanced quantum computing infrastructure, marking Poland as an early mover in the global quantum race. Such an investment challenges conventional deployment models, typically dominated by state entities or global tech giants.
Quantum computing, a capital-intensive field, has historically seen leadership from global powers. However, Poland is making disproportionately large and early strides in both private ownership and EU-level initiatives, creating a tension with established norms of quantum infrastructure development.
Based on significant national and EU investment coupled with pioneering private sector initiatives, Poland is poised to become a critical center for quantum computing innovation and commercialization in the coming decade.
Key Quantum Installations Across Poland
Poland's deep tech sector features several entities contributing to quantum development, from hardware providers to software innovators.
1. Creotech Instruments
Best for: European quantum hardware development and specialized electronics.
Creotech Instruments is involved in developing the EU's first large quantum computer, aiming for a 100-qubit system by 2025 and a 1000-qubit solution by 2029, according to Creotech. The company also provides specialized electronics for the quantum market, tasked with delivering control and measurement electronics for the Polish quantum computer.
Strengths: Integral to EU quantum initiatives; develops critical hardware components. | Limitations: Focus primarily on component development rather than full system integration for commercial use. | Price: Not applicable (component developer).
