Quantcore Welcomes Innovation Minister to Showcase Manufacturing Ambitions

On Tuesday 27 October, Alyn Smith, Minister for Innovation, Technology and Tertiary Education, visited Quantcore to explore how the Scottish Government can support the growth of Scotland’s quantum manufacturing sector.

Hosted by CEO Dr Jack Brennan, the visit included a tour of Quantcore’s labs, showcasing the company’s work in superconducting quantum hardware and introducing the team behind the technology, including co-founder and Head of Engineering Wridhdhisom Karar, Measurement Engineer Daniel Kuznesof, and Design Engineer Dr Shilpi Pandey.

Mr Smith then joined Quantcore and representatives from the University of Glasgow’s Economic Development and Innovation team for a roundtable discussion on the opportunities and challenges facing Scotland’s deep tech sector. The conversation focused on the infrastructure needed to support university spin-outs beyond their initial launch and opportunities for the next generation of talent.

Next year will see the launch of Quantcore’s quantum apprenticeships, the first of its kind, in partnership with the Glasgow Riverside Innovation District (GRID). The programme will provide a practical route into quantum manufacturing and supporting operations, bypassing the traditional route through advanced education, and giving apprentices hands-on workplace experience and the opportunity to develop industry relevant skills.

Mr Smith said: “It’s been a brilliant visit to Quantcore here at Glasgow University. There is some spectacular work – world-leading work – going on in Scotland, and as Minister for Innovation, I’m really proud to support it.

“We’ve got the Innovation Scorecard out today, which is an interesting set of metrics about how we’re doing. But what I want to see is businesses scaling up in Scotland. We’ve got the world-leading science and institutions but we need to see the economic benefit: we need to see the jobs, the skills, and the manufacturing. That’s what Quantcore is all about and I want to see it succeed.”

Dr Jack Brennan added: “It was a pleasure to welcome the Minister to Quantcore and showcase the quantum computing hardware we’re developing and manufacturing here in Scotland.

“Scotland has the talent, expertise, and industrial capabilities to become a global leader in quantum technology. The opportunity now is to turn that potential into a world-class industry. At Quantcore, we’re focused on doing exactly that: transforming cutting-edge research into commercially viable quantum hardware, building advanced manufacturing capabilities, and creating high-value jobs.

“It’s an exciting time for Scotland’s quantum sector, and we’re determined to play a leading role in its growth.”

As Scotland seeks to strengthen its position in the global quantum industry, domestic manufacturing capability will be critical for ensuring global commercial success. Quantcore is building that capability in Glasgow, helping to strengthen Scotland’s deep tech ecosystem while supporting the next generation of quantum expertise.