Melbourne Quantum Diamond Hub Launches, Creating a Springboard for Collaboration
Supported by Quantum Australia, the new Hub brings together Melbourne and Victoria’s quantum diamond expertise to strengthen collaboration and advance practical applications.
The Melbourne Quantum Diamond Hub (MQDH) officially launched at Melbourne Connect on 30 September, bringing together more than 120 industry leaders, researchers, end-users and government representatives.
The Hub unites 14 member organisations across research, industry and the supply chain to advance quantum diamond technology, strengthen collaboration and create pathways to practical application.
Melbourne’s quantum diamond ecosystem draws on more than 30 years of foundational research, with over 100 researchers working directly on quantum diamond research and development. The region is also home to the world’s first commercial quantum diamond foundry and a growing number of companies developing technologies for sectors including defence, space, healthcare, biotechnology, secure communications, advanced manufacturing, agriculture and transport.
Quantum Australia supports the Hub by connecting these capabilities with end-user industries, investors and commercial opportunities across Australia and internationally.
Bringing the ecosystem together
Associate Professor David Simpson from the University of Melbourne opened the launch with a keynote exploring the opportunities for quantum diamond technology and the depth of Melbourne’s capability. He highlighted how decades of sustained research have laid the foundation for the sector’s next stage of growth.
Carley Scott OAM, Founder of Space CoLAB, then hosted a panel featuring Dr Marcus Doherty CSM (Quantum Brilliance), Dr Nicole Jenkins (FeBI Technologies), Dr Liam Hall (CSIRO) and Adam Silvester (Phasor Quantum).
The discussion and audience questions explored commercialisation pathways, collaboration between research and industry, and practical applications of quantum diamond technologies.
“It was fantastic to have an opportunity to participate, and to draw industry together to recognise the history and momentum in Victoria, over decades,” said Carley Scott OAM.
A networking session gave guests the opportunity to explore exhibition booths, see quantum diamond hardware firsthand and speak directly with development teams about potential applications and partnerships.
Showcasing capability and creating connections
The launch also marked the publication of the Melbourne Quantum Diamond Hub Capability Statement 2026, showcasing the expertise, organisations and facilities driving quantum diamond innovation across Melbourne and Victoria.
The report provides a starting point for businesses, researchers and investors seeking to understand the ecosystem and identify opportunities for collaboration.
Building on the launch, MQDH will continue to raise awareness of the region’s strengths, foster collaboration between members and engage new partners locally and internationally.
To explore how quantum diamond technology could address challenges in your industry, or connect with participating organisations, contact Quantum Australia’s Daniel Hunter.