Fujitsu and ANU Partner to Bring World-Class Quantum Computing to Australia: Memorandum of Understanding to Drive Innovation and Talent Development

Fujitsu and the Australian National University (ANU) have agreed to collaborate in bringing advanced quantum computing technology to Australia. The Memorandum of Understanding between the two organizations aims to promote innovation and the development of

Fujitsu Australia Limited and The Australian National University (ANU) in Canberra have agreed to collaborate on creating a top-tier quantum research facility in Australia. This partnership aims to provide industry professionals, government officials, researchers, academics, and students in the country with access to advanced quantum technology. The agreement involves the establishment of a center focused on quantum research, with plans to develop a quantum computer on site.

In line with Australia's National Quantum Strategy, which aims to enhance the country's quantum research and industry to compete globally, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlines a strategic partnership between Fujitsu and a top Australian university. The partnership aims to leverage quantum technologies for the advancement of local organizations and the global community in the long term.

Graeme Beardsell, the Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer for the Oceania region at Fujitsu, expressed that the company is focused on innovating in the field of computing for the future. By investing in quantum research and forming partnerships with institutions like ANU, Fujitsu is positioning itself as a leader in the effort to create the world's first fault-tolerant quantum computer. This initiative is not just about technology, but also about enabling a new era of innovation.

Australia is dedicated to taking the lead in quantum technology, and Fujitsu is actively contributing to this effort. Instead of just working on these advancements internally, we are also collaborating with others and promoting the idea that the next big quantum discovery will likely arise from a collective of innovative individuals around the world working together to create technology for the greater good.

In a partnership agreement, Fujitsu will allow researchers and educators from ANU to use their quantum systems and simulators in Japan. To encourage more advancements, Fujitsu, in partnership with RIKEN, aims to launch a 256-qubit quantum computer by March 2025 and a quantum computer with up to 1000 qubits by fiscal year 2026. This solidifies ANU's continuous access to the most up-to-date quantum technology.

ANU and Fujitsu are partnering to create educational modules that will utilize Fujitsu's quantum technologies. These modules will enhance research in quantum computing by providing valuable insights and training opportunities.

Ambitions to have quantum computers on-site

The project will not only involve sharing knowledge, but also involve establishing a quantum computer at ANU for local researchers, government officials, and industry professionals to gain experience in using quantum computers.

The quantum computer located on the premises will give Australian professionals the opportunity to use cutting-edge local technologies for conducting high-level research in areas such as cryptography, material science, and quantum simulations.

Professor Lachlan Blackhall, who holds the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation) at The Australian National University, mentioned that the partnership with Fujitsu aligns with ANU's goal to advance education in new technologies like quantum computing. This collaboration aims to support the development of a skilled workforce in the field of quantum computing in Australia.

ANU is looking forward to working with Fujitsu on a collaboration that will leverage the University's expertise in quantum optical physics and quantum algorithms. This partnership will contribute to advancing the nation's dedication to fundamental quantum physics, which is essential for utilizing research potential and applying it to practical opportunities in the quantum realm.

Fujitsu's knowledge and experience in the field of quantum technology spans from combining different platforms to developing systems for

Fujitsu is working with RIKEN to create a superconducting quantum computer with 256-qubits and 1,000-qubits in the next two years. Fujitsu has also built up knowledge and technology in the field of quantum computing.

– A hybrid quantum computing platform has been developed by Fujitsu, which combines a 64-qubit superconducting quantum computer with a quantum simulator. This platform addresses the issue of quantum bit errors in current quantum computers by using a computing workload broker, an AI-based software that automatically combines various computing resources and algorithms to enable optimal computing.

– Fujitsu's quantum computing research and development covers a wide range of technical areas, from quantum devices to platform software applications. They are actively working on developing new algorithms for chemistry calculations, financial systems, and drug discovery.

– 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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