Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – September 08, 2026 -- Quantinuum and Aramco have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding to explore industrial applications of quantum computing across the energy sector, the companies announced.
Aramco and Quantinuum plan technical onboarding to identify energy-sector challenges suited to quantum computing
Under the MOU, the two companies intend to undertake preliminary technical onboarding and knowledge exchange activities. They will identify Aramco's operational and scientific challenges that may be suitable for quantum computing research, with emphasis on solving complex problems tied to energy and digital transformation.
Companies aim to benchmark quantum computing modalities ahead of a potential fault-tolerant research collaboration
The collaboration will assess how future generations of quantum systems may address relevant scientific and industrial challenges. It will also benchmark different quantum computing modalities as both parties prepare for a potential deeper research partnership focused on fault-tolerant quantum computing.
Aramco positions the deal within its broader quantum technology roadmap for the energy industry
The agreement complements Aramco's existing initiatives to establish itself as a leader in applying advanced quantum technologies within the energy industry. Aramco frames the collaboration as reinforcing its digital transformation efforts and contributing to an evolving quantum computing roadmap for the sector.
Quantinuum CEO says early quantum expertise-building is essential for organizations seeking future returns
Dr. Rajeeb Hazra, President and CEO of Quantinuum, said organizations expecting to benefit from quantum computing need to begin developing expertise, algorithms and workflows now. He said the MOU creates a framework for the two companies to exchange expertise, identify industrial challenges and prepare for a deeper research collaboration, combining Aramco's scientific and engineering knowledge with Quantinuum's integrated hardware and software capabilities.