UK's National Quantum Computing Centre Receives Oxford Ionics' State-of-the-Art Quantum Computer

Oxford Ionics has delivered its QUARTET quantum computer to the UK's National Quantum Computing Centre. QUARTET is a full-stack, trapped-ion quantum computer with proprietary Electronic Qubit Control technology, offering unparalleled scalability and performance. The system is field-upgradeable, allowing the NQCC to upgrade to higher performance without changing infrastructure. Oxford Ionics and the NQCC will also collaborate on research and development as part of the UK's Quantum Missions program.

Oxford Ionics, a leading player in trapped-ion quantum computing, has successfully delivered its QUARTET quantum computer to the UK's National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) [1]. This full-stack, trapped-ion quantum computer features proprietary Electronic Qubit Control technology, offering unparalleled scalability and performance. The system's field-upgradeable design allows the NQCC to upgrade to higher performance without altering the existing infrastructure.

The NQCC, established as the UK's national laboratory for quantum computing, will use QUARTET for critical research and development, contributing to the UK's Quantum Missions program. This program aims to overcome technological barriers to the large-scale commercialization and adoption of quantum technologies [2].

Dr. Michael Cuthbert, Director of the NQCC, expressed excitement about the installation, stating, "The successful installation of the QUARTET trapped-ion quantum computer by Oxford Ionics marks a pivotal step forward in the NQCC's quantum computing testbeds initiative. The proprietary architecture of the system is designed to tackle the scalability challenges of quantum computing" [1].

Oxford Ionics' co-founder and CEO, Dr. Chris Ballance, emphasized the significance of QUARTET, "Installing QUARTET at the NQCC marks a major milestone – not just for our company, but for unlocking a future powered by quantum computing. QUARTET represents a significant step forward in making commercially valuable quantum computing a reality" [1].

The collaboration between Oxford Ionics and the NQCC is part of a broader effort to advance quantum computing technology and its applications. This initiative aligns with the UK's strategic focus on leveraging quantum technologies to solve complex problems and drive innovation.

References:
[1] https://www.hpcwire.com/off-the-wire/oxford-ionics-delivers-quantum-computer-to-the-uks-nqcc/
[2] https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/news/oxford-ionics-delivers-full-stack-quartet-quantum-computer-to-uks-national-quantum-computing-centre/