Classiq and TEA TEK Group Launch Quantum Computing Hub in Naples

Classiq and TEA TEK Group have announced a multi-million-euro strategic partnership to establish a major quantum computing hub in Naples, Italy. This facility is designed to serve as a center of excellence for research, development, and services across the European Union, integrating advanced hardware with specialized software. The initiative represents a significant step in building sovereign quantum technology infrastructure and fostering a commercial quantum ecosystem in Southern Italy.

Classiq, a leader in quantum software, and TEA TEK Group have entered into a multi-million-euro agreement to create one of Europe’s most strategically important quantum computing hubs. Located in the former Whirlpool area of Naples, the facility aims to place Southern Italy at the center of the continent's quantum industrial landscape. The hub will combine hardware, software, and applied research to provide a comprehensive environment for talent development and commercial services, supporting Europe's broader goal of establishing sovereign technology stacks.

The technical infrastructure of the hub will feature a 128-qubit quantum computer integrated with the Classiq software platform, mirroring the technical solution used by the Quantum Computing Napoli (QCN) Lab at the University of Naples Federico II. This setup creates a unified workflow allowing researchers, public institutions, and private enterprises to design, analyze, and execute quantum programs. By bridging the gap between academic research and commercial application, the partners intend to build a dynamic ecosystem capable of handling complex gate-level designs through Classiq’s AI-enhanced synthesis and automation tools.

Services at the Naples hub are scheduled to launch by the end of 2026, with TEA TEK Group operating as a full-spectrum Quantum as a Service (QaaS) provider. This model is intended to allow pharmaceutical companies, financial institutions, and research centers to access high-level quantum capabilities without the massive capital expenditure required to build proprietary infrastructure. Felice Granisso, CEO of TEA TEK Group, noted that the hub will help prepare Italy for "Q-Day" and the new era of industrial advancement, while Classiq CEO Nir Minerbi emphasized that the partnership provides the automation and technical foundation necessary to make quantum computing a practical national capability.

Beyond providing local infrastructure, the partnership includes a redistribution model where Classiq will allocate compute hours to industrial operators, signaling the emergence of a scalable quantum value chain. The hub is positioned as a candidate for one of the most strategically significant facilities in Europe, focusing on resource optimization and hardware-aware quantum circuits. This collaboration underscores the growing momentum of private and public investment in the region, aiming to transform quantum theory into usable, accessible industrial applications for various sectors.