The Quantum 2030 Implementation Plan sets out how Ireland will deliver on the ambitions outlined in the Quantum 2030 Strategy.

The Irish Government has published the Quantum 2030 Implementation Plan, which explores how the country intends to deliver on the targets and ambitions set out in the Quantum 2030 Strategy, which was first announced in November of 2023.

Designed to be implemented over the course of a year, the implementation plan is a collaboration between the Government, academia and industry, with the shared goal of  strengthening Ireland’s quantum research capabilities, developing talent, supporting innovation and enterprise engagement and maximising on opportunities arising from European engagement.

Government departments and agencies will improve policy delivery by reviewing current quantum activities and costs in order to generate a greater understanding of the ecosystem within Ireland. 

In order to meet the targets set out by the plan, there are a number of key milestones to be reached, with a targeted start date of Q3 of 2026, including setting the Quantum 2030 online site to live; initiating the national skills mapping and gap analysis; establishing a quantum industry advisory group with a named chair; and securing Irish expert participation in at least three EU or ISO quantum standards bodies, among other goals. 

The news was announced by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless, TD, who said: “The Quantum 2030 Implementation Plan provides a practical framework for turning our ambitions into action. 

“It reflects the commitment of stakeholders across industry, academia and Government to work together in building a vibrant and internationally competitive quantum ecosystem. 

“While Ireland cannot match the scale of investment available in larger countries, our size brings about precious advantages, namely the agility and cohesiveness of our innovation ecosystem. By working together across sectors, we can maximise the impact of our investments and ensure Ireland remains at the forefront of emerging technologies.”

Ireland has a growing quantum sector in which there are a lot of moving parts. In early June, Irish-founded computing company Horizon Quantum announced it had chosen Dublin as the site for establishing a testbed for its second quantum computer. 

Other organisations operating within the quantum space and with links to Ireland also had big announcements this year, including Equal1, Horizon Quantum and the Tyndall National Institute. 

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