The Singaporean government is to gain access to Quantinuum's quantum computers.
Quantinuum has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a number of Singaporean institutions to provide the city-state with access to Quantinuum’s H-Series and Helios quantum computers and collaborate on quantum computing use cases.
Alongside Quantinuum, the other signatories of the MoU include Singapore’s National Quantum Office, the Agency for Science, Technology, and Research, the National University of Singapore, and the National Supercomputing Centre.
The MoU will support Singapore’s National Quantum Strategy, which aims to support the country’s ambitions to become a leader in the development and deployment of quantum technologies. This includes strengthening Singapore’s quantum engineering capabilities and attracting, developing, and retaining quantum talent.
Under the terms of the agreement, the signatories will develop hybrid computing solutions that include both classical and quantum computing infrastructures, in addition to supporting workforce training efforts and establishing seminars, workshops, and bespoke programs for the sector.
"Our collaboration underscores our commitment to advancing global quantum computing,” said Dr. Rajeeb Hazra, CEO of Quantinuum. “By harnessing our cutting-edge H-Series quantum computers and leading quantum application software stack, we aim to pioneer transformative use cases in computational biology and life sciences, catalyzing innovation across industries.”
Hazra added: “Establishing an R&D hub in Singapore enhances our dedication to fostering a vibrant quantum ecosystem, driving scientific excellence, and nurturing top quantum talent. Together, we aim to make significant strides in quantum technologies, supporting Singapore's ambition to lead in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.”
Quantinuum was founded in 2021 when Honeywell spun out its Quantum Solutions division and merged it with UK quantum computing startup Cambridge Quantum Computing. Honeywell owns a 54 percent stake in the company and IBM is also an investor.
The company currently has two ion trap quantum computing offerings, the System Model H1 and the System Model H2, with both the H1-1 and the H2-1 available to customers.
The Quantinuum H1 contains 20 fully connected qubits that sit across five Quantum Charged Coupled Device zones, while the H2, which launched in May 2023, was updated in June 2024 to contain 56 qubits of all-to-all connectivity.
