Presentation of Lithuanian Quantum Technologies Agenda

Quantum technologies are gaining global attention for their potential to revolutionize fields ranging from information security to high-performance computing and beyond. As these technologies advance and find real-world applications, their importance continues to grow. Lithuania is also taking its first steps in this field, actively engaging in its development and seizing emerging opportunities.

The Lithuanian Quantum Technologies Association is leading the effort to establish a national Quantum Agenda—a strategic document outlining the country’s priorities and opportunities in this field. Organizations from Lithuania’s scientific, business, and public sectors have actively contributed to shaping these guidelines, forming the Lithuanian quantum technologies steering committee.

This event marks the first public presentation of Lithuania’s Quantum Agenda and its implications for science, business, and society. It will also outline a long-term strategy for the development of this rapidly growing field.

Importance of the event

The European Commission recognizes quantum technologies as a strategic priority for ensuring economic security and technological self-sufficiency. By 2030, the European Union aims to establish itself as a global "Quantum Valley," emphasizing both the development and real-world applications of quantum technologies.

For Lithuania, keeping pace with these developments and leveraging its strengths is crucial. Innovation in quantum technologies can drive economic growth, foster talent development, and ensure long-term technological progress.

The United Nations has designated 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, emphasizing the potential of quantum technologies in tackling global challenges. This highlights the importance of Lithuania’s active participation in this technological transformation and its positioning within the expanding quantum innovation ecosystem.

Date and location of the event:

📍 Lithuanian Academy of Sciences, Gedimino pr. 3, Vilnius
📅 February 28 (Friday)
⏰ 13:00–16:00

Programme:

13:00 – 13:10 Welcoming speech by Prof. Gintaras Valinčius, Chairman of the Research Council of Lithuania.
13:10 – 13:30 EU quantum perspectives: initiatives and policies – Pascal Maillot, Deputy Head of Unit "Quantum Technologies", DG CNECT, European Commission (remotely).
13:30 – 13:45 Finnish quantum ecosystem – Prof. Jukka Pekola, Director of InstituteQ (remotely).
13:45 – 14:00 The state of quantum technologies in Poland: activities in EU and national programmes – Raimundas Tuminauskas, Head of Network and Service Infrastructure Department at Poznan Supercomputing and Networking Center (PSNC, Poland).
14:00 – 14:15 QuantumBasel: a commercial centre of excellence for quantum technologies and AI – Robby Toole, QuantumBasel.
14:15 – 14:30 The future of science and quantum technologies – Maricela Muñoz, Director of External Affairs at GESDA.
14:30 – 15:00 Presentation of Lithuanian Quantum Technologies Agenda – Prof. Dr. Mantas Šimėnas.
15:00 – 16:00 Closing remarks and discussion over coffee.

The event is open to the academic community, public and private sector representatives, and anyone interested in the development of quantum technologies and their impact on Lithuania’s future.

The event will be held in English.

To take part, please register by filling in the registration form below.