Pasqal has launched Italy's first neutral-atom quantum computer, a 140-qubit system named SOL, at CINECA in Bologna, marking a significant expansion of Europe's hybrid high-performance computing and quantum infrastructure. The SOL system is integrated with the Leonardo supercomputer, enabling support for hybrid quantum-classical workloads. This deployment represents Pasqal's third EuroHPC-linked quantum system in Europe, following previous installations in France and Germany1. The introduction of SOL is expected to enhance the region's capabilities in fields such as materials science and optimization. The integration of quantum computing with classical systems like the Leonardo supercomputer is crucial for advancing research and development in these areas. This development matters to practitioners because it signifies a major step forward in the development of hybrid quantum-classical computing infrastructure in Europe, potentially unlocking new avenues for scientific discovery and innovation.