Delft’s Groove Quantum Raises €10M EIC Funding For Quantum Computing

Groove was chosen from over 1,000 applicants as one of only 40 deeptech startups across Europe to receive support. The EIC jury praised Groove’s germanium qubits as “a standout in a crowded field.”

With this funding, Groove aims to increase qubit counts while maintaining high fidelity — a key step toward making quantum computing useful for real-world applications.

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The EIC Accelerator helps startups, SMEs, and spin-outs grow and scale their innovations. It offers up to €2.5 million in grants, plus equity funding between €0.5 million and €15 million through the EIC Fund.

Selected companies also get mentoring, coaching, investor access, and business development support.

Out of 150 finalists, 40 companies were awarded a total of €230 million in funding. Most—87%—received blended finance (a mix of grant and equity), while the rest received either one or the other.

Founded in 2024 by Anne-Marije Zwerver and Nico Hendrickx, GROOVE Quantum is developing germanium-based quantum technology to solve scalability issues in quantum computing.

The company uses germanium qubits made with transistor technology, that are compatible with existing semiconductor manufacturing processes. These qubits are compact and high-performing, making them ideal for scaling up to the millions of qubits needed for future quantum computers.

Groove focuses on qubit design, fabrication and integration, aiming to build robust and cost-efficient quantum chips. Their technology could support real-world applications in areas like cybersecurity, medicine, and materials research.

About Groove Quantum

Groove Quantum is building the world’s most scalable quantum processor using germanium-based semiconductor qubits. Spun out from QuTech in Delft, the team is pioneering practical quantum technology, deeply connected to the Delft quantum ecosystem, and focused on delivering real quantum advantages for the future.