Tessera

NEW: Ability Engineering Technology, an #Illinois manufacturer since 1947, will join the #IQMP and modernize its #SouthHollandIL facility—further connecting the state's storied manufacturing base with its rapidly growing quantum ecosystem. More here: bit.ly/4fjfFHJ

We're proud to have played a pivotal role in facilitating today's MOU signing between the #IQMP and the Quantum STrategic Industry Alliance for Revolution (Q-STAR). Read more here: https://bit.ly/4fu3w1d

NEW: Canadian innovator Zero Point Cryogenics has chosen to locate at the #IQMP. ZPC will be a critical part of our state's growing #quantum ecosystem—as one of the world's ONLY manufacturers of ultra-low-temperature cryogenic systems. More in @govpritzker.illinois.gov's release: bit.ly/3RuPPr4

PsiQuantum just secured $125M from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. 👏 The funding will help support essential infrastructure at PsiQuantum's facility at the #IQMP, where it plans to build one of the world's first commercially viable #quantum computers: https://bit.ly/4b86FCK

What do Canada, Japan, and Australia have in common? They're among 20+ countries represented this week at the #GQF26. Alongside P33, we're hosting hundreds of international leaders in #Chicago to explore how #quantum may address society's biggest obstacles.

The U.S. EDA selected The Bloch Quantum Tech Hub for $30M in federal funding to advance #quantum technologies. The EDA grant will support multiple projects, including the construction of the FaQtory supplier building at the #IQMP. More via @govpritzker.illinois.gov: https://bit.ly/4fltynn

#GQF26 returns to #Chicago this week, presenting another opportune moment for #Illinois to make its case as the global capital for quantum innovation. We're proud to host the forum alongside P33, with EY serving as the presenting sponsor: bit.ly/4yvd3xR

A $63M materials testing and research center just opened in #SpringfieldIL. 👏🛣️ @illinoisdot.bsky.social's cutting-edge facility will be used to test and verify materials that go into our state's roads, bridges, and transportation systems: https://bit.ly/3TvX9Di

Slidematic Precision Components recently completed a 46K sq ft expansion at its #RockfordIL precision #manufacturing facility, reinforcing its confidence in Rockford's skilled workforce and heritage as the "Screw Capital of the World." More here: https://bit.ly/3SXFZhI

ICYMI: A new report from our Economic Research Center, Illinois Science and Technology Coalition, Chicago Quantum Exchange, and the #IQMP, highlights #Illinois' growing #quantum talent pipeline. Read it here: bit.ly/49UWq3S

#Illinois-based Claire's just opened a 248K-sq-ft distribution center in #ElginIL to streamline inventory flow and support its 900 stores nationwide. Read more: https://bit.ly/4vlOwZa

Claire's opens Illinois distribution center to boost inventory flow

The nearly 250,000-square-foot Elgin facility is equipped to reduce handling touchpoints while increasing product visibility, a spokesperson said.

bit.ly

#IllinoisMade ice cream? Sign us up! 🍦✋ Tillamook is on track to produce ~7M gallons of ice cream this year at its Decatur facility, which opened last year and is the company's first manufacturing site outside of Oregon: https://bit.ly/4wACnkc

Amrize officially opened its new operational headquarters in #Chicago, a case study of the state's strategic location, top-ranked infrastructure, and strong workforce. 🥳 More about this exciting news via @govpritzker.illinois.gov and @illinoisdceo.bsky.social: https://bit.ly/4aJc1nM

What's more American than taking a road trip? In honor of #America250, skip the flight and take the scenic route through our great state. @enjoyillinois.bsky.social has a jam-packed itinerary: https://bit.ly/4avRCm0

Our team recently traveled to London to make the #WhyIllinois case at Commercialising Quantum, Europe's largest quantum event.

HISTORIC HIGH: Illinois climbs to No. 12 overall in @cnbc.com's Top States for Business, the state's highest ever ranking and up 27 spots since the list debuted nearly 20 years ago. Read more: https://bit.ly/44gV94d

#Illinois has launched a new fund to encourage National Science Foundation (NSF) X-Labs teams to #BeInIllinois to pursue #quantum breakthroughs. Read more in @govpritzker.illinois.gov and @illinoisdceo.bsky.social's press release: https://bit.ly/3Rs7WOe

Stripe is investing BIG in #Chicago, expanding its downtown office by more than 130K sq ft.👏 This expansion will enable the #fintech company to significantly bulk up its local workforce over the next couple of years. Read more in Bisnow: https://bit.ly/4eOczLu

Stripe More Than Doubles Chicago Office Footprint

The tech company has reached a new agreement for more than 222K SF at 350 N. Orleans St. Stripe will move into the space over the next couple of years.

bit.ly