The move represents a strategic investment for IQM, complementing the company’s production and cleanroom facilities and assembly line in Espoo and quantum data centre in Munich, Germany.

In addition, the new office reflects IQM’s continuing commitment to building quantum ecosystems in major tech hubs and supporting research innovation and development activities.

During the opening ceremony, IQM team, led by the Chief Global Affairs Officer and Co-founder, Juha Vartiainen, alongside local partners and attendees, inaugurated the office with a ribbon-cutting.

“Our team in this new office builds on the trust we have established in this market. Our goal is to be not just a technology provider but a collaborative partner in developing a local ecosystem, and we believe that our presence in Oulu will boost adoption of quantum computing by local businesses,” said Vartiainen.

He noted that Oulu region has considerable growth potential and a strong foundation of technological expertise for future development.

Oulu has a longstanding reputation as a technology city, along with a vibrant startup and entrepreneurial culture. Numerous companies and related ecosystems emerged in the region following Nokia’s operations.

“IQM is a leading deep-tech and quantum technology company. We are proud and delighted that IQM has opened an office in Oulu. The city’s ICT hub continuously produces world-class technological expertise across various sectors and focus areas, and we are confident that IQM’s arrival will open up new opportunities for growth—both for the company and for the region.” Said Jussi Leponiemi, the Account Director at Business Oulu.