November 11 2025 -- Over £14 million has been invested by Innovate UK across 14 projects proposals to accelerate the development and adoption of quantum technology.

We are entering a new era of technological advancement, where quantum sensing can redefine our critical national infrastructure.

This vision is at the heart of Innovate UK’s latest Contracts for Innovation competition.

Roger McKinlay, Challenge Director Quantum Technologies, Innovate UK, said:

"By investing in quantum sensing and navigation today, we are shaping the future. These innovations will underpin critical systems, drive economic growth, and position the UK as a global leader in quantum-enabled solutions."

Advancing quantum innovation for a resilient future

Innovate UK has awarded £14.8 million to accelerate the development of quantum sensors (QS) and quantum-enabled positioning, navigation, and timing (QPNT) technologies.

These advancements are integral to the UK’s National Quantum Strategy Missions, designed to:

• transform healthcare
• strengthen critical infrastructure in sectors like transport, telecoms, energy and defence
• enhance navigation systems with unprecedented precision and reliability

Catalysing impact across industries

Quantum technologies represent a paradigm shift in capability, offering solutions that will redefine resilience, security, and performance across sectors.

From enabling earlier and more accurate medical diagnoses, to safeguarding transport and energy networks, the competition winners are making a step toward real-world applications that benefit society and the economy.