Delft’s OrangeQS Extends Seed Round to €15 Million to Scale Quantum Chip Testing

In a significant boost for Europe’s burgeoning quantum computing sector, Delft-based startup Orange Quantum Systems (OrangeQS) has successfully extended its Seed round to €15 million. This development marks the second closing of its Seed round, following an initial €12 million raise in June 2025. The additional funding comes from the European Innovation Council's (EIC) Fund, cementing OrangeQS's role as a pivotal player in quantum chip testing.

Accelerating Quantum Advancements

Founded in 2020, OrangeQS has rapidly established itself as a leader in providing advanced testing solutions for quantum chips. These chips are the backbone of quantum computing—a field poised to revolutionize industries by offering computational power far beyond current capabilities. However, as these chips grow more complex, the need for scalable, precise, and cost-effective testing becomes a critical challenge. OrangeQS addresses this need with a suite of innovative products designed to streamline the testing process across the entire value chain.

A Comprehensive Product Suite

OrangeQS's flagship product, OrangeQS MAX, sets new benchmarks for high-throughput quantum chip testing. This system minimizes testing time per qubit through automation and validated protocols, significantly reducing costs compared to traditional methods. Complementing this is the OrangeQS FLEX, a customizable solution tailored for both academic and industrial research and development teams. Meanwhile, OrangeQS Juice provides an open-source operating system that unifies quantum R&D and production workflows, and Quantum Care offers consultancy services to share OrangeQS's expertise in system integration.

To further enhance the OrangeQS MAX product line, the company has launched the OrangeQS MAX Partnership Programme. This initiative aligns OrangeQS’s development roadmap with leading quantum chip manufacturers such as Rigetti Computing, QuantWare, and Peak Quantum. By allowing partners to work independently on specific areas of the MAX technology, the programme ensures that intellectual property remains protected while fostering advancements that support diverse quantum chip architectures.

The Implications for the Quantum Ecosystem

The investment from the EIC Fund, along with the addition of investor Zeina Chebli to the OrangeQS board, underscores the growing importance of quantum technologies in Europe. As Svetoslava Georgieva, chair of the EIC Fund Board, remarked, “This investment reflects the EIC Fund’s commitment to backing Europe’s most ambitious deep tech innovators.” By focusing on quantum chip performance validation, OrangeQS is tackling a fundamental bottleneck in the scaling of quantum technologies, paving the way for more robust commercial applications.

For startups and investors in the quantum space, OrangeQS's progress signals a maturing ecosystem. The company's success not only highlights the potential of quantum computing but also the critical role of infrastructure and testing in advancing the field. As quantum technologies edge closer to commercial viability, startups like OrangeQS are setting the foundation for a future where quantum computing becomes an integral part of technological innovation.

A Vision for the Future

Looking ahead, OrangeQS is poised to accelerate the development of key technologies that will further enhance its product offerings. The company has published a new white paper ahead of the ISIG Quantum Computing Infra Summit 2026, proposing a framework for utility-grade quantum chip testing as a key enabler in future ‘dark quantum foundries’. This vision indicates OrangeQS's commitment to leading the charge in quantum innovation, ensuring that its solutions remain future-proof and aligned with industry needs.

With the latest funding and strategic partnerships, OrangeQS is set to consolidate its position as a leader in one of the most challenging segments of the quantum computing sector. As the industry scales toward commercial production, the company’s advancements in testing infrastructure will be instrumental in facilitating this transformative journey.

Source: EU-Startups