Accelerating adoption of quantum enabled sensing and PNT
Funding
£1,000,000 – £3,000,000
Location
England
Applications
Open until 16 September 2026
UK businesses in England can apply for funding to speed up the use of quantum sensing and navigation technologies. Quantum sensing uses quantum physics to measure things like position, timing, and navigation more precisely than standard methods. There is up to £14.3 million available in total. Individual projects can receive between £1 million and £3 million. The deadline to apply is 16 September 2026.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must be a UK registered business
- Project must address technical or commercial barriers to quantum sensing or PNT adoption
This grant is for UK registered businesses based in England working on quantum sensing, positioning, navigation, or timing technologies. Projects must address specific technical or commercial barriers to adoption. It is not open to businesses outside England or those working outside the quantum technology sector.
Regions
Full details from Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £14.3 million to accelerate the adoption of quantum enabled position, navigation, and timing (PNT) and sensing technologies by addressing specific technical and commercial barriers.
You can apply through Innovate UK's funding portal. The deadline for applications is 16 September 2026. Check the Innovate UK website for full application details and any required steps.
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