Fujitsu and ANU Partner to Bring World-Class Quantum Computing to Australia: Driving Local Innovation and Talent Development

Fujitsu and the Australian National University are partnering to introduce high-quality quantum computing technology to Australia. Through a Memorandum of Understanding, the collaboration aims to foster innovation and develop local talent in the field.

Fujitsu Australia Limited and The Australian National University in Canberra have signed an agreement to create a top-notch quantum research facility that will be accessible to professionals, researchers, academics, and students in Australia. This partnership aims to establish a center for quantum research and potentially develop a quantum computer on site.

In line with Australia's National Quantum Strategy to support and advance the country's quantum research and industry on a global scale, the Memorandum of Understanding outlines a strategic plan for Fujitsu to collaborate with a top Australian university. The partnership aims to leverage quantum technologies for the advantage of local businesses and the worldwide community in the long term.

Graeme Beardsell, who is the Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Fujitsu Oceania, mentioned that the company is focused on innovating for the future of computing. Fujitsu is investing in quantum research and collaborating with institutions like ANU to be a leader in the global competition to create the first fault-tolerant quantum computer. This initiative goes beyond just technology and aims to unleash a new wave of innovation.

Australia is dedicated to being a leader in quantum technology, and Fujitsu is actively involved in this effort. We are not only working on advancing these technologies, but also sharing our knowledge, encouraging collaboration, and trusting that the next big quantum discovery will emerge from a worldwide network of talented individuals working towards creating technology for positive purposes.

In a partnership between Fujitsu and ANU, researchers and academics will be able to use Fujitsu's quantum systems and simulators in Japan. Fujitsu, in collaboration with RIKEN, intends to launch a 256-qubit quantum computer in March 2025 and a quantum computer with up to 1000 qubits by fiscal year 2026 to promote further innovation. This will ensure that ANU has continuous access to the most advanced quantum technology available.

In the new partnership, ANU will create educational materials and training programs focused on utilizing Fujitsu's quantum technologies to enhance the study of quantum computing research.

Plans to develop quantum computers on-site

The project will not only focus on sharing knowledge but also on establishing a quantum computer at ANU for the benefit of local researchers, as well as government and industry professionals, to gain skills in using quantum computers.

The quantum computer located on-site will give Australian professionals the opportunity to utilize new technologies in their local area. This will allow them to carry out high-level research in areas such as cryptography, material science, and quantum simulations.

According to Professor Lachlan Blackhall, who is the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation at The Australian National University, the partnership with Fujitsu aligns with the university's goal to advance education in new technologies such as quantum computing. This collaboration will also contribute to the development of a skilled workforce in Australia specializing in quantum computing.

ANU is looking forward to working together with Fujitsu to further develop their expertise in quantum optical physics and quantum algorithms. This collaboration will not only strengthen the university's capabilities in this field but also contribute to advancing fundamental quantum physics in the nation. This is crucial in order to fully utilize the research potential and apply it to practical opportunities in the quantum realm.

Fujitsu is known for their knowledge and experience in quantum technology, ranging from combining different types of platforms to

Fujitsu is working on developing a 256-qubit and 1,000-qubit superconducting quantum computer with RIKEN in the next two years. Additionally, Fujitsu has also been focusing on advancing quantum technologies and building expertise in this area.

– A hybrid quantum computing platform: This platform combines a 64-qubit superconducting quantum computer with a quantum simulator to address quantum bit errors in current quantum computers. It uses a computing workload broker, an AI-based software, to optimize computing resources and algorithms automatically.

– Quantum applications: Fujitsu's research and development in quantum computing covers all technical areas, from quantum devices to platform software applications. They are actively working on new algorithms for chemistry calculations, financial systems, and drug discovery.

– Commercial quantum computer system: Japan's National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) has placed an order for a gate-based superconducting quantum computer system from Fujitsu. This system is designed to scale to hundreds of qubits.

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