Singapore’s National Quantum Office (NQO) has entered a strategic partnership with Quantinuum, a leading quantum computing company, to accelerate quantum computing advancements in Singapore. Announced on 6 November 2025, the agreement will see Singapore become the first country outside the US to host Quantinuum’s Helios quantum computer by 2026.
The partnership, facilitated through the National Quantum Computing Hub (NQCH), aims to strengthen Singapore’s position as a global hub for quantum computing. It will focus on advancing quantum hardware, software, and talent development. Researchers in Singapore will gain immediate cloud access to Helios, fostering deeper research collaboration and innovation.
Quantinuum will also establish a Research and Development (R&D) and Operations Centre in Singapore. This centre will collaborate with local researchers and industry partners to develop middleware and applications that integrate classical and quantum systems. The initiative aims to translate quantum technologies into commercially viable solutions, enhancing Singapore’s long-term R&D capabilities.
The partnership will further bolster Singapore’s quantum ecosystem through industry programmes and talent development initiatives, including internships and workshops. These efforts will target areas such as computational biology, financial modelling, and advanced materials, aiming to nurture a community of quantum specialists.
Ling Keok Tong, Executive Director of NQO, stated, “This partnership marks an important step in building Singapore as a leading quantum computing hub.” Quantinuum’s CEO, Rajeeb Hazra, added, “Together, we’re strengthening a hub that will accelerate the commercialisation of quantum computing.”
This collaboration builds on previous agreements with Singapore’s quantum ecosystem, setting the stage for future advancements in the field.
