The UK and Germany have announced plans to work together on quantum technology.

The announcement was made as part of a suite of joint science and tech announcements unveiled on the final day of the German President’s State Visit to the UK.

It is estimated that by 2045, quantum could contribute £11 billion to UK GDP and over 100,000 jobs in the UK alone

The UK is Germany’s biggest research partner in Europe.

£6 million of joint funding has been announced for quantum R&D, along with £8 million for Fraunhofer UK’s world-leading applied photonics centre in Glasgow.

A Memorandum of Understanding between the UK’s National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and Germany’s Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB) has been signed, which complements the NMI-Q initiative - a global effort to develop shared quantum standards.

UK Science Minister Lord Vallance said: "Quantum technology will revolutionise fields such as cybersecurity, drug discovery, medical imaging, and much more. International collaboration is crucial to unlocking these benefits.

"With its deep R&D expertise, top-tier skills and world leading institutions, Germany is a natural partner to the UK in these efforts. This is work that will not only advance the bounds of knowledge, but will support stronger economies, better jobs and healthy secure societies, in both our countries."