QNetworks is a two-day international workshop organised by the Integrated Quantum Networks (IQN) Hub, the UK’s flagship national programme for quantum networks research. QNetworks invites thought leaders from similar flagship R&D initiatives across the world and brings together key governmental and industry voices to discuss the challenges, solutions, and partnerships required to deliver the next generation of quantum networks. 

This year’s event will take place in person at Bristol on 12-13 May 2026, and will be free to attend thanks to support from the Engineering and Physical Science Research Council (EPSRC). 

Sessions will cover recent developments on quantum memories; integrated photonics for quantum networking, enabling technologies and field trials; the role of entanglement; post-quantum cryptography; quantum communications via satellite; networked quantum systems for distributed sensing and computing; and more.