MeluXina-Q will launch with a quantum processing unit containing a minimum of 10 semiconductor spin qubits, with planned enhancements throughout its operational lifetime to expand capacity beyond 80 physical qubits total.
The system will integrate into EuroHPC's broader supercomputing infrastructure, supporting workflows that combine classical and quantum processing. This procurement reflects EuroHPC's strategy to expand the range of quantum computing technologies available across Europe.
Upon installation, researchers, businesses and government agencies across Europe will gain access to the machine through the newly established EuroHPC quantum access pilot call, joining a growing ecosystem of quantum resources. The platform will support applications spanning automotive sectors (machine learning for route optimisation), energy systems (adaptive optimisation), financial services (risk modelling) and healthcare (molecular dynamics and quantum chemistry research).
Procurement timeline and funding
Organisations interested in bidding must submit applications by 1st September 2026. Full details appear on the dedicated procurement webpage.
The acquisition carries a budget ceiling of EUR 11.95 million, split equally between EuroHPC JU (drawing from the Digital Europe Programme) and the Luxembourg Government, each contributing 50 percent.
Europe's expanding quantum infrastructure
A hosting agreement between EuroHPC JU and LuxProvide was finalised in December 2024, paving the way for the Luxembourg deployment.
EuroHPC has already brought six quantum computers online across the continent:
- PIAST-Q in Poznań, Poland
- VLQ in Ostrava, Czechia
- Euro-Q-Exa in Munich, Germany
- Lucy near Paris, France
- EuroQCS-Spain in Barcelona, Spain
- SOL in Bologna, Italy
The EuroHPC Quantum Access Pilot call now allows researchers, public bodies and commercial organisations to request complimentary access to these systems, enabling experimentation across different quantum platforms to accelerate research and commercial development.
The geographic distribution of quantum systems aims to maximise technological diversity across European installations. The portfolio encompasses neutral atom analogue simulators, trapped ion platforms, superconducting architectures, photonic systems and adiabatic machines capable of running annealing algorithms. This approach establishes Europe as a leader in quantum technology while providing end-users with access to complementary platforms.
Beyond the six operational quantum computers, EuroHPC has procured two additional analogue quantum simulators through the HPCQS project: JADE at Germany's Jülich Supercomputing Centre and Ruby at France's GENCI.
About EuroHPC JU
EuroHPC JU functions as a joint legal and financial mechanism uniting the European Union and member states to coordinate and consolidate resources, positioning Europe as a global supercomputing powerhouse.
The organisation has already deployed 12 supercomputers across Europe, including JUPITER and Alice Recoque, which represent Europe's first exascale installations. Researchers and organisations across the public and commercial sectors access these systems through EuroHPC Access Calls, regardless of their location, supporting scientific advancement and application development with European relevance.
EuroHPC currently manages 19 AI factories across Europe, supplemented by 13 AI Factory Antennas, delivering free tailored assistance to small and medium enterprises and startup companies.
The initiative also finances research and innovation programmes building a complete European supercomputing value chain, encompassing processor development, software creation, application design and workforce development to strengthen European expertise in high-performance computing.
Following the adoption of Council Regulation (EU) 2026/150, EuroHPC JU's scope has broadened to include new initiatives centred on rolling out AI Gigafactories throughout Europe and accelerating quantum technology advancement.
