Presentation of the Quantum
Key Distribution Terrestrial Line.
On october 9th, the Vigo Quantum Communication Center, Universidade de Vigo witnessed a historic milestone in the implementation of quantum communications in Galicia with the official presentation of the new terrestrial Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) line connecting Santiago de Compostela and Vigo.
The event was attended by the Councillor for Education, Science, Universities, and Vocational Training of Xunta de Galicia, Mr. Román Rodríguez, accompanied by authorities and industry experts:
Aquí tienes la traducción al inglés:
- Manuel J. Reigosa Roger, Rector of the University of Vigo.
- Carmen Cotelo Queijo, Director of GAIN
- Esther Robles, Deputy Director of RedIRIS, Red.es, Ministry of Digital Transformation and Public Service
- Carmen González Sotelo, Institutional Delegate of CSIC in Galicia
- Lois Orosa Nogueira, Scientific Director of CESGA.
Natalia Costas Lago, Senior Communications Technician at CESGA, presented the QKD terrestrial line, highlighting its value as a technological milestone for secure communications in our country.
A crucial moment was the sending of the first official message via the QKD line, sent by Minister Román Rodríguez along with the Rector of the University of Vigo. At CESGA, the message was received by technicians and Ms. Sabela Pardo, who, together with Benito Rodríguez (Director of the Management Area of the Galician Innovation Agency at VQCC), recorded the transmission and reception of the message, coordinated through a videoconference connection.
The event continued with speeches by Mr. Román Rodríguez and Mr. Manuel Reigosa the Dean of University of Vigo. This project represents a landmark step in the research and deployment of quantum technologies, strengthening Galicia’s position as a leader in scientific and technological innovation.
From the Vigo Quantum Communication Center, we remain committed to innovation and the advancement of quantum communications, creating a more technological, secure, and connected Galicia.
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La línea de comunicación cuántica más larga de España entra en funcionamiento entre Vigo y Santiago
