25 November 2026 · Esch-Belval

Program

Strategic, operational and tactical perspectives on quantum sensing, communication and computing.

Wednesday

25 November 2026

One day of keynotes, panels and exchanges on quantum technologies for defence.

Maison des Arts et des Étudiants

  1. 08:30 – 09:15

    Arrival and Registration

  2. 09:15 – 09:25

    Opening

    Opening Speech by Ms Yuriko Backes, Minister of Defence, Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg

  3. 09:25 – 09:45

    Keynote

    Keynote by M James Appathurai, Deputy Assistant Secretary General, NATO

  4. 09:45 – 10:30

    Panel

    The Strategic Impact of the Quantum Race

    Policymakers, military leaders and institutional representatives discuss the strategic implications of quantum technologies. The panelists will touch on key topics like defence quantum strategy, emerging disruptive technologies in a geopolitical context industrial capability development and military adoption.

  5. 10:30 – 10:45

    Networking Coffee Break

  6. 10:45 – 11:30

    Panel

    Quantum sky: Leveraging Quantum Technologies for Air and Space Operations

    Government, industry and military representatives discuss the impact of quantum technologies on the space and air domain, including space situational awareness, positioning, timing, sensing and secure communications.

  7. 11:30 – 12:00

    Presentation

    Luxembourg Quantum Strategy and National Initiatives

    Presentation of Luxembourg’s quantum strategy and key national initiatives, research and development activities.

  8. 12:00 – 13:00

    Networking Lunch

  9. 13:00 – 13:15

    Presentation

    The Convergence of Quantum Technologies and Artificial Intelligence

    Presentation on the convergence of quantum technologies with other emerging and disruptive technologies, including AI, and the potential impact on future defence capabilities beyond human comprehension.

  10. 13:15 – 14:00

    Panel

    Quantum Technologies in Defence Applications

    Key industry and venture capital representatives discuss practical quantum defence use cases and latest industry developments.

  11. 14:00 – 15:00

    Industry and Academia Pitchings

    Quantum Innovation, Use Cases and Technology Demonstrations

    Presentations by selected experts and industry showcasing current innovations, operational use cases and solutions. (5x 12min)

    • Quantum Sensing for Underwater Detection (FR)
    • Quantum Algorithms and QPU Benchmarks (FR)
    • Operational Quantum Advantage from Defence Context (UK)
    • Quantum Sensing for Navigation and Detection (FR)
    • Quantum-Safe Defence Communications: From Research to Operations (LU)

  12. 15:00 – 15:30

    Networking Coffee Break and Exhibition Visit

  13. 15:30 – 16:30

    Industry and Academia Pitchings

    Quantum Innovation, Use Cases and Technology Demonstrations

    Presentations by selected experts and industry showcasing current innovations, operational use cases and solutions. (5x 12min)

    • Diplomacy 4.0: The Quantum Revolution in International Relations (IT)
    • Quantum-powered information security (FI)
    • Quantum-assisted emergency dispatch and unit routing (LU)
    • Open slot
    • Open slot

  14. 16:30 – 17:15

    Presentation

    Quantum Defence: Current State and Future Outlook

    Expert discussion on the current state of quantum research and the long-term outlook of quantum-enabled defence from a scientific perspective.

  15. 17:15 – 17:30

    Presentation

    Quantum Materials Research: A Luxembourg Success Story

    Presentation of internationally recognised Luxembourg research on silicon-based quantum chips for future computing and sensing applications.

  16. 17:30 – 17:45

    Closing

    Closing Remarks

  17. 17:45 – 21:00

    Evening Networking Reception (Dinner & Cocktail)

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