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Global Study Finds Quantum Industry Dependent on Cross-Border Supply Chains

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A 2026 survey of 160 quantum companies revealed that the industry is deeply integrated into global supply chains, with 90% of respondents reporting foreign suppliers and 74% reporting foreign customers. The United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Japan were the most frequently named locations for both supply and demand. Component suppliers sold into more countries than quantum system developers, and companies of all sizes, including those with fewer than 10 employees, operated across multiple national borders. The study was conducted by the Global Quantum Supply Chain Flows Survey, supported by the Quantum Economic Development Consortium, European Quantum Industry Consortium, and other industry alliances.

Key points

• 90% of surveyed quantum companies reported at least one foreign supplier, indicating a near-universal reliance on cross-border supply chains.
• 74% of respondents reported at least one foreign customer, showing that commercialization requires access to international markets.

Context and limitations

The survey covered 160 companies headquartered in 15 countries, with data limited to 2026. Findings reflect the current state of the industry as of the survey date and do not account for future technological shifts or emerging markets.

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