Applied quantum technologies are moving from labs into industry use cases. Stuttgart hosts Quantum Effects 2026 on October 6 and 7 at Messe Stuttgart, a combined exhibition and conference aimed at industry, research and policy makers focused on quantum computing, sensing and communication.
Dates and venue for Quantum Effects 2026
Quantum Effects 2026 runs on October 6 and 7 at Messe Stuttgart. The format includes an exhibition area and a conference program across both days, with parallel fairs taking place on site.
Types of companies and audience profile
Exhibitors include technology providers, research institutes and industrial users exploring quantum-enabled solutions. The exhibitor directory lists organizations such as Fraunhofer Institute for Physical Measurement Techniques IPM, Element Six Ltd, Steinbeis Europa Zentrum, Quantum BW c/o Universität Stuttgart, EQ Photonics and Alice & Bob SAS. The event brings participants from more than 25 countries, features over 100 exhibiting companies and gathers about 2,500 international attendees.
Program highlights for 2026
The agenda combines keynote sessions, technical talks and themed areas. Highlighted formats include the Quantum Effects Award, the Female FutureTech Summit, Start-up Investment Pitches and the Quantum Effects Academy. Theme parks focus on medical technology, aerospace and HPC and AI, with sessions on secure communication in the quantum era and fault tolerance in qubits.
Key figures
- 25+ countries represented
- 100+ exhibiting companies
- 120+ international speakers
- 2,500 international participants
These figures show a mixed audience of scientific and commercial stakeholders convening to advance applications and partnerships.
How to prepare B2B outreach at Quantum Effects 2026
Use the exhibitor directory to preselect 8 to 12 target companies and set a clear objective for each meeting, for example to scope a sensor integration pilot or to agree a proof of concept for quantum computing. Organize technical and commercial contacts so every meeting has a clear owner.
Prepare concise technical one-pagers with measurable metrics and sector-specific use cases for medtech and aerospace. Build a five-minute demo to communicate industrial value and reserve longer slots for in-depth technical discussions. Leverage matchmaking tools and business-speed-dating to secure initial meetings and follow up with detailed proposals.
Start-ups aiming for investment should apply to the pitch formats and schedule meetings with potential investors identified in the program. Check session chairs and jury members ahead of time to tailor pitches.
Final take and link
Quantum Effects 2026 reflects the shift toward application-driven quantum technologies. For product teams and R&D leaders the event is a place to validate roadmaps for sensors and quantum communication and to identify partners for pilot projects. Full program details, exhibitor listings and award submission rules are available at https://www.messe-stuttgart.de/quantum-effects. Arrive with technical materials and meeting objectives to convert conversations in Stuttgart into concrete collaborations.
