Application period
June 23, 2026–March 5, 2027; fixed-term call.
Call description
Xecs Quantum Call – the first thematic Xecs call dedicated to accelerating the industrialisation and commercialisation of quantum technologies through international collaboration.
Whether you are an SME, large company, research organisation or university, Xecs offers a unique framework to build international consortia, access national funding and transform innovative ideas into market-ready products and services.
The first Xecs Quantum Call has been launched to support collaborative research and development (R&D) projects that address key challenges and opportunities in quantum technologies. The call aims to accelerate the transition from research to industrial deployment, strengthen Europe’s position in the global quantum ecosystem, and support the development of innovative products, processes, and services with strong commercial potential.
Why is the Xecs Quantum Call important?
Quantum technologies are increasingly recognized as strategic technologies with the potential to transform healthcare, communications, cybersecurity, manufacturing, navigation, sensing, and computing.
The Xecs Quantum Call is designed to:
- Accelerate the industrialization of quantum technologies.
- Support international collaboration.
- Bridge the gap between research and market deployment.
- Complement existing European quantum initiatives.
- Generate significant societal and economic impact for participating countries and organizations.
Schedule
- Application period opens on June 23, 2026
- Preliminary application deadline: November 26, 2026
- Final application deadline: March 5, 2027
- National applications submitted to Business Finland must be received by March 19, 2027
Application form: (for companies) applying for Research, Development, and Piloting funding; (for research organizations) applying for Co-Research funding.
More information
Call and requirements: Xecs
Business Finland's funding terms and conditions