IonQ Partners with Emergence Quantum for Global Quantum Computing Expansion

IonQ has partnered with Australian company Emergence Quantum to advance global quantum computing capabilities. The collaboration focuses on developing next-generation ion trap technology and integrated electronics. This initiative aims to strengthen Australia's quantum industry and aligns with IonQ's global expansion strategy. The partnership builds upon IonQ's existing collaborations in the region and aims to accelerate the pace of Australia's quantum development and growth.

IonQ, a leading commercial quantum computing and networking company, has announced a strategic collaboration with Emergence Quantum, an Australian research and development company focused on quantum hardware innovation. This partnership aims to enhance global quantum computing capabilities by developing next-generation ion trap technology and integrated electronics. The initiative is designed to strengthen Australia's quantum industry and align with IonQ's global expansion strategy.

The collaboration builds upon IonQ's existing momentum in Australia and reinforces its commitment to advancing quantum innovation through strategic global partnerships. Emergence Quantum, with its team of globally recognized scientists and engineers, brings decades of experience in systems engineering, quantum control, and hardware integration. Former members of Microsoft's quantum team created Emergence Quantum to harness their combined expertise in these areas.

As part of the collaboration, IonQ and Emergence Quantum will co-develop next-generation electronics and materials, including the design and simulation of application-specific integrated circuits for qubit control. The teams will also work to reduce hardware complexity while scaling system capacity. Additionally, they will explore new materials and deposition techniques to enhance ion trap performance.

"This collaboration furthers IonQ's efforts to tap into one of the world’s most promising quantum talent pools while contributing meaningfully to Australia’s growing quantum industry," said Dr. Dean Kassmann, SVP of IonQ’s Engineering and Technology division. "Our work with Emergence Quantum is part of a broader strategy to engage local experts and institutions around the world in advancing scalable, high-performance quantum computing and networking. This initiative will give IonQ significant access to a world-class team of Ph.D. quantum scientists that brings forward decades of experience in cryogenic electronics and quantum engineering."

Prof. David Reilly, CEO and co-founder of Emergence Quantum, noted the significant demand for quantum technology in Australia and expressed his delight in partnering with IonQ to accelerate the country's quantum development and growth. "The challenge in Australia has always been how to bring in international investment, without losing the key know-how and talent that we have here. Collaborating with IonQ allows us to accelerate the pace of Australia’s quantum development and growth."

This partnership aligns with IonQ's ongoing work in the region, including its collaboration with the Australian National University, and reflects the company's continued momentum in engaging with leading quantum research and talent ecosystems worldwide.

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[1] https://www.hpcwire.com/off-the-wire/ionq-and-emergence-quantum-partner-to-advance-quantum-systems-in-australia/
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[3] https://investors.ionq.com/news/news-details/2025/IonQ-Expands-Across-APAC-Through-Strategic-Collaboration-With-Australian-Company-Emergence-Quantum/default.aspx