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Quantum timing study to help future-proof energy grid. Thursday, 30 April, 2026 Swinburne University of Technology and Siemens are undertaking research into how quantum-enhanced timing can help future-proof the energy grid and increase grid stability. The announcement was made at the Siemens PSS E Customer Days event, which showcased the latest global innovations to grid-planning professionals. "This joint research with Swinburne University challenges the status quo and helps build our electricity grid's resilience with a much more complex energy mix," said Peter Halliday, CEO of Siemens Australia and New Zealand. The project brings together QuantX Labs' quantum clock and quantum-secured time transfer capabilities with Siemens' PSS E technology, and the Siemens Swinburne Energy Transition Hub, a real-time digital twin of Australia's energy system. Currently, grid functions rely on satellite-based timing signals, including Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), which can be vulnerable to disruption, interference or cyberthreats. As the power grid becomes more decentralised and complex, precise timing is increasingly critical for system protection, monitoring and continuous power supply. This research will examine how quantum-enabled timing technologies could provide a more resilient approach for future grid architectures and a reliable alternative to current satellite-based timing technologies. Swinburne will use PSS E technology to simulate grid scenarios using quantum timing technology. "The research sits at the intersection of next-generation quantum technologies and future energy systems," said Jose Moreira, head of Grid Software for Siemens in the region. "It explores how ultra-precise timing can shape the future grid. By combining Siemens' leadership in grid simulation with Swinburne's energy industry research capability, we are helping the industry address today's challenges while preparing for the next generation of energy networks." From left to right: Professor Allison Kealy (Swinburne University), Jose Moreira (Siemens), Professor Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian (Swinburne University), Professor Karen Hapgood (Swinburne University), Fred Baynes (QuantX Labs) and Peter Halliday (Siemens). Image: Supplied Swinburne's Professor Mehdi Seyedmahmoudian, Director of the Siemens-Swinburne Energy Transition (SSET) Hub, welcomed the collaboration. "This research is exploring an area that is still largely uncharted globally," Seyedmahmoudian said. "As power systems become more distributed, dynamic and complex, precise and resilient timing will play an increasingly important role in maintaining stability. Through our collaboration with Siemens, we are investigating how emerging quantum technologies can support next-generation energy networks, while also demonstrating how the SSET Hub translates ideas into real-world impact." Professor Allison Kealy, a key expert from Swinburne's team of researchers, added, "Advancements in quantum technologies will bring greater confidence in precision, timing and trust in critical infrastructure, including energy systems." Image credit: iStock.com/onurdongel This is the highest share on record for a first quarter, driven by increased wind and solar... The report finds that consumer-led change is moving faster than the institutions and processes... An electric hydrofoiling network has been announced for Tasmania's Derwent River, providing...

CNC Challenge: skills and talent in a bridge between education and manufacturing. As a P&O team, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics NV participated for the first time this year in the CNC Challenge, an event organized by Alberto Torri - Business Development Professional - at the Digital Experience Center (DEX) in Piacenza, Italy. I was very impressed with the day, which involved students and teachers from 13 technical schools. So I wanted to explore this initiative with Alberto and understand its purpose and importance to Siemens. How and why did the idea of the CNC Challenge come about? The challenge has been a recurring event for a number of years. It came about as a result of Siemens' cooperation with some partner schools whose teachers would meet here at DEX annually for training and refresher courses. During these days, teachers have an opportunity to compare and share their experiences, so Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics NV thought Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics NV could create a time for students to share and compare as well. Today the Siemens Challenge is open to all schools that adopt Siemens software for their educational activities. Who are the students participating? The students belong to technical and vocational colleges and training centers. These are kids who are in their senior year and with special training. Two or three children from each school are then selected by their teachers and invited to participate; the children Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics NV has seen are then the ones who have taken up the challenge, determined to make their skills count. Why is it important to Siemens? For Siemens, this project represents a concrete investment in the training of young people, fostering the meeting of technological innovation and applied education, and creating value for the entire manufacturing ecosystem. And why is it a useful time for students? The Siemens challenge is a personal challenge and a time for teamwork; those who were able to cooperate and organize their work achieved the best results. The challenge is also an opportunity to challenge oneself and compare oneself with the world. Different participating schools, different ways to approach the subject, different solutions. A first opportunity where you step out of the comfort zone of your habits and an incentive to commit to a goal. What do you take home from this experience? The experience was challenging but rewarding; seeing it succeed was a great thrill. Organizing such an event was only possible thanks to the support of so many colleagues: Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics NV teamed up, won its challenge and are already developing ideas for the next edition. Thanks to Katia Buhaj, Giuseppe Mulè, Mirco Cosuti, Miguel Gomes, and Luigi Ferri for their support! Want to read it in your language? Auto-translate it into: Choose language P&O Employer Branding Professional & Internal communication...