SKW Schwarz Advises IQM Quantum Computers on the Acquisition of Assets from Quantistry GmbH

SKW Schwarz has advised the Finnish quantum computing company IQM Quantum Computers on the acquisition of selected assets from Berlin-based Quantistry GmbH. The transaction strengthens IQM’s software and simulation capabilities and further expands its technology platform for industrial applications of quantum computing.

Through the transaction, IQM is acquiring proprietary software applications, algorithms, and intellectual property from Quantistry. In addition, Quantistry’s core technical and quantum chemistry team will join IQM. The acquisition enhances IQM’s capabilities, particularly for applications in the automotive, aerospace, chemicals, materials science, and pharmaceutical industries.

The transaction was completed shortly after IQM’s business combination with Real Asset Acquisition Corp., through which IQM became Europe’s first publicly listed quantum computing company and is now listed on Nasdaq.

IQM Quantum Computers (Nasdaq: IQMX), headquartered in Espoo, Finland, is a global leader in superconducting full-stack quantum computers. IQM employs more than 400 people and operates across Europe, Asia, and North America.

Quantistry is a Berlin-based developer of a cloud-native simulation workflow platform for chemistry and materials. The company develops software solutions for research and development applications in industries including automotive, aerospace, energy storage, and pharmaceuticals.

With this transaction, SKW Schwarz further strengthens its practice advising companies in the quantum computing sector. SKW Schwarz regularly advises companies in the quantum computing and deep tech sectors on M&A transactions as well as technology and regulatory matters. The firm works closely with an international network of specialized law firms on cross-border mandates.

Advisors to IQM Quantum Computers
SKW Schwarz, Munich: Tobias Rodehau (Lead Partner), Dr. Alexander Karst, Eva Bonacker (Counsel; all Corporate/M&A), Dr. Matthias Orthwein (IT & Digital Business), Maria Rothämel (Counsel, Public Law, Berlin), Alexander Möller (Employment, Frankfurt), Tamara Ulm (Associate, Employment)