Grand Challenge on Quantum Sensors for Inertial Navigation

The Grand Challenge on Quantum Sensors for Inertial Navigation aims to advance the development of quantum-enabled navigation systems for use in GNSS-denied or contested environments.

This call is the first phase of a two-phase competitive structure, supported by Horizon Europe and in close collaboration with the European Investment Bank.

In Phase 1, proposals are expected to establish a comprehensive technical and financial roadmap demonstrating the potential of the proposed quantum inertial navigation system while delivering evidence-based design and benchmarking packages. Proposals should target systems that are already sufficiently mature and include analyses of investor-readiness and supply-chain sovereignty.

Over the course of Phase 1, projects will be given the opportunity to liaise with EIB advisory services to prepare and strengthen their financial viability plans preparing for potential investments from the EIB in Phase 2. Following full due diligence successful projects will qualify to receive convertible loans from the EIB in two separate installments during Phase 2.