On Oct 14, 2025, IBM and the Basque Government inaugurated the first IBM Quantum System Two in Europe at the IBM‑Euskadi Quantum Computational Center in San Sebastián, Spain. The installation marks the second deployment of the 156‑qubit IBM Quantum Heron processor outside the United States.
The system, part of the BasQ – Basque Quantum initiative, provides the region with a scalable, high‑performance quantum platform capable of running utility‑scale algorithms that surpass classical brute‑force simulation. IBM’s Director of Research Jay Gambetta highlighted that the Heron processor’s 156 qubits enable advanced research in materials science, high‑energy physics, and artificial intelligence.
The partnership underscores IBM’s strategy to expand its quantum computing footprint and support the Basque Country’s goal of becoming a European hub for quantum technologies. By granting access to the system, IBM strengthens its global quantum network and positions itself as a key enabler for industry‑specific quantum applications.
While the installation does not generate immediate revenue, it signals IBM’s continued investment in quantum infrastructure and enhances its competitive moat in the emerging quantum market, potentially opening new research collaborations and future commercial opportunities.
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