SCALINQ – Strategic-Technological Analysis
In the growing race for quantum supremacy, a small Swedish spin-off is quietly building the hardware foundations for Europe’s next computing revolution. SCALINQ AB emerged from the laboratories of Chalmers University in Gothenburg with a singular focus: solving the engineering bottlenecks that limit today’s quantum computers. This deep-tech start-up doesn’t manufacture qubits or entire computers; instead, it provides the “glue” – advanced packaging, interconnects and cryogenic components – that allow quantum processors to scale from a few qubits to hundreds. By tackling this niche challenge, SCALINQ addresses a critical gap that larger firms overlooked. Its novel LINQER sample holder can connect hundreds of qubits, a capability once found only in big tech’s secretive quantum programs. For Europe, having a home-grown company with such expertise is more than a commercial win – it’s a strategic asset. SCALINQ’s early success in bringing research innovations to market has drawn intense interest from quantum labs worldwide, positioning the company as a key enabler in the global quest for usable quantum computers. In an era when technological sovereignty and allied innovation are paramount, SCALINQ’s story is a compelling glimpse into how European ingenuity is shaping the future of defense-critical computing.