Nova Systems and US headquartered quantum technology company Infleqtion have formed a strategic partnership to fast-track the adoption of quantum technologies across Australia's Defence sector, supporting AUKUS capability priorities and strengthening the nation's advanced defence capabilities.
"This partnership brings together Australian, UK and US expertise with a shared vision to move quantum technology into real-world operational applications," Nova Systems, CEO, Dean Rosenfield, said.
"Our role is not simply to introduce new technology, but to integrate, test and assure advanced solutions that meet the demanding requirements of Defence and national security customers. By partnering with Infleqtion, we're combining leading quantum technology with proven systems integration and Test & Evaluation, Certification & Systems Assurance expertise to deliver capability outcomes faster."
According to the companies, this partnership will bridge the divide between innovation and Defence capability for quantum research, enabling Nova Systems to integrate and assure advanced quantum technologies for real-world Defence and national security applications.
“As part of this agreement, Infleqtion brings our experience developing quantum sensing and computing technology for defence and commercial applications,” CEO of Infleqtion, Matthew Kinsella, said.
“This allows us to combine Infleqtion’s capabilities with Nova Systems’ strengths in systems integration, test and evaluation, and capability assurance to assess performance and suitability for operational use, enabling the development of trusted quantum-based defence solutions in Australia.”
“Australia has an opportunity to turn its quantum expertise into a lasting advantage for defence,” managing director of Infleqtion Australia, Chris O’Brien, said.
“By combining Infleqtion’s quantum expertise with Nova Systems’ understanding of Australian defence requirements, we aim to accelerate the path from promising technology to trusted capability. Together, we can help Australian personnel operate more effectively in contested environments while strengthening collaboration across AUKUS partners.”