About us
Mission
In PhotonQBoost, we bridge the gap between SMEs and cutting-edge technologies, empowering businesses to thrive in a competitive landscape. Our mission is to drive innovation and sustainability by enabling SMEs to:
- Achieve energy savings and GHG reductions in 50% of cases
- Improve productivity for at least 10% of participants
- Establish strategic partnerships in 25% of projects
By fostering collaboration and providing access to advanced solutions, we help SMEs unlock new opportunities for growth and impact.
Vision
To build a sustainable and interconnected European innovation ecosystem where photonic and quantum technologies are fully integrated into industrial value chains, driving green transition, technological sovereignty, and economic growth.
Values
- Empowerment – Enabling SMEs to lead with confidence in the high-tech space.
- Innovation – Supporting bold ideas that push the boundaries of science.
- Collaboration – Creating strong cross-border partnerships and networks.
- Sustainability – Promoting responsible innovation and long-term impact.
- Excellence – Delivering high-quality support and measurable outcomes.
Consortium
The consortium consists of seven experienced European Photonics and Quantum clusters, along with four consultancies and two Research and Technology Organisations (RTOs), spread across nine EU Member States. Each project partner in the consortium has its own established network, covering key stakeholders in the photonics and quantum domains.