Terra Quantum AG to go public in $3.25 billion SPAC deal
Rhea-AI Summary
Terra Quantum and Mountain Lake Acquisition Corp. II (Nasdaq: MLAA) signed a non-binding LOI to combine at a $3.25 billion valuation on April 9, 2026. The planned business combination would list the combined entity publicly and provide capital to scale product development, global expansion, and strategic acquisitions.
The deal highlights Terra Quantum's commercial traction in defence, finance, pharmaceuticals, and logistics and names advisors for both parties.
Positive
- Transaction values Terra Quantum at $3.25 billion
- Planned public listing to enhance access to capital
- Commercial traction across defence, finance, pharmaceuticals, logistics
Negative
- Agreement is a non-binding LOI, transaction not guaranteed
- No disclosed definitive terms, timeline, or financial statements
News Market Reaction – MLAA
In the Apr 9 session, MLAA gained 0.46%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Strategic go-public transaction aims to accelerate growth in quantum technologies and expand global market reach
ST. GALLEN,
The proposed transaction reflects strong confidence in Terra Quantum's differentiated quantum algorithms, software, quantum security, and hybrid quantum-classical solutions, as well as its commercial traction across multiple industries including defence, finance, pharmaceuticals, and logistics.
Upon completion of the transaction, the combined entity will be publicly listed, providing Terra Quantum with enhanced access to capital markets to support its next phase of growth, including product development, global expansion, and strategic acquisitions.
Strategic Rationale
The contemplated business combination is expected to enable Terra Quantum to:
- Accelerate the commercialization of ready to deploy quantum technologies
- Strengthen its balance sheet to support scaling operations globally
- Expand partnerships with enterprise and government customers
- Enhance visibility in the quantum computing sector
Management Commentary
"This milestone marks a significant step forward in Terra Quantum's mission to deliver practical quantum solutions on a global scale today," said Markus Pflitsch, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Terra Quantum AG. "Partnering with MLAC II would enable us to accelerate innovation, deepen customer engagement, and expand our global footprint."
Paul Grinberg, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of MLAC II, added: "We believe Terra Quantum is uniquely positioned at the forefront of the quantum revolution which also has a management team with distinguished backgrounds in both science and the commercialisation of technology. This proposed transaction aligns with our strategy to partner with high-growth, category-defining technology companies that can create significant value."
Advisors
Cohen & Company Capital Markets, a division of Cohen & Company Securities, LLC, is serving as exclusive financial and capital markets advisor to Terra Quantum. Heussen Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH, together with Kellerhals Carrard, Winston & Strawn, LLP, and Niedermann Rechtsanwälte, are serving as legal counsel to Terra Quantum.
BTIG is serving as financial and capital markets advisor to MLAC II. Lowenstein Sandler LLP and Lenz & Staehelin are serving as legal counsel to MLAC II.
About Terra Quantum AG
Terra Quantum AG is a leading quantum technology company focused on developing cutting-edge quantum algorithms, software, and hybrid solutions designed to solve real-world problems. Headquartered in St. Gallen, the company partners with enterprises and institutions worldwide to unlock the power of quantum computing today.
About Mountain Lake Acquisition Corp. II
Mountain Lake Acquisition Corp. II (Nasdaq: MLAA) is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses focused on partnering with innovative, high-growth companies across technology sectors. MLAC II's management team is led by Paul Grinberg, its Chairman & CEO, and Douglas Horlick, its Chief Financial Officer, Director, and President.
Media Contacts
Terra Quantum AG
Victoria Jodl
Global Head of Communications | Director
E-Mail: vj@terraquantum.swiss
Phone: +41 79 8131588
MLAC II
Douglas Horlick
Email: doug@mountainlakeacquisition.com
DISCLAIMERS
Additional Information and Where to Find It
If a definitive agreement is entered into in connection with the proposed business combination, MLAA or a newly formed holding company will prepare and file a registration statement on Form S-4 or Form F-4, including a preliminary proxy statement/prospectus (the "Proxy Statement") with the
Participants in the Solicitation
MLAC II and Terra Quantum and each of their directors and executive officers may be considered participants in the solicitation of proxies with respect to the proposed transaction under the rules of the SEC. Information about the directors and executive officers of MLAC II and a description of their interests in MLAC II and the proposed transaction is contained in MLAC II's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, which was filed with the SEC on March 20, 2026 (the "Annual Report").
Information about MLAC II's directors and executive officer's interests in the proposed transaction, as well as information about Terra Quantum's directors and executive officers and a description of their interests in Terra Quantum and the proposed transaction will be set forth in the Proxy Statement relating to the proposed transaction when it is filed with the SEC. When available, the above referenced documents can be obtained free of charge from the sources indicated above.
Forward-Looking Statements
This document contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws with respect to the proposed business combination between MLAC II and Terra Quantum, including statements regarding the benefits of the proposed business combination, the anticipated timing of the proposed business combination, the products being developed by Terra Quantum and the markets in which Terra Quantum intends to operate, business strategies, debt levels, industry environment, potential growth opportunities and the effects of regulations. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "project," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "forecast," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," "positions," "enables" and similar expressions (including the negative versions of such words or expressions).
Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this document, including but not limited to: (i) the risk that the proposed business combination may not be completed in a timely manner or at all, which may adversely affect the price of MLAC II's securities; (ii) the risk that the proposed business combination may not be completed by MLAC II's business combination deadline and the potential failure to obtain an extension of the business combination deadline; (iii) the failure to satisfy the conditions to the consummation of the proposed business combination, including the approval of the proposed business combination by the shareholders of MLAC II or Terra Quantum, and the receipt of certain governmental and regulatory approvals; (iv) the effect of the announcement or pendency of the proposed business combination on Terra Quantum's business relationships, performance and business generally; (v) risks that the proposed business combination disrupts current plans of Terra Quantum; (vi) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against MLAC II, Terra Quantum or related to the agreement and plan of merger or the proposed business combination; (vii) the ability to maintain the listing of MLAC II's securities on NASDAQ; (viii) the price of MLAC II's securities, including volatility resulting from changes in the competitive and highly regulated industries in which Terra Quantum plans to operate, variations in performance across competitors, changes in laws and regulations affecting Terra Quantum's business and changes in the combined capital structure; (ix) the ability to implement business plans, forecasts and other expectations after the completion of the proposed business combination, and identify and realize additional opportunities; and (xi) the impact global economic and political conditions, including the
No Offer or Solicitation
This press release is not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential transaction and shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the securities of Terra Quantum, MLAC II or the combined company, nor shall there be any sale of any such securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of the Securities Act of 1934, as amended.
Cautionary Note Regarding the Proposed Transaction
Completion of the proposed transaction is subject to the negotiation of a definitive agreement and the satisfaction of conditions contained therein. The parties will announce additional details regarding the proposed business combination if and when a definitive agreement is executed. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that a definitive agreement will be entered into or that the proposed transaction will be consummated or, if a transaction is consummated, as to its terms, structure or timing. Any transaction would be subject to the completion of satisfactory due diligence, negotiation of definitive agreements, board and shareholder approvals, regulatory approvals, and other customary conditions.
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