Riyadh - Sharikat Mubasher: Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, and Pasqal, a global leader in neutral-atom quantum computing, successfully deployed the first quantum computer in Saudi Arabia, and the region’s first quantum computer dedicated to industrial applications.

The deployment of Pasqal’s quantum computer at Aramco’s data center in Dhahran, powered by neutral-atom technology, represents a pivotal move in building regional expertise, Aramco announced in a press release yesterday.

This milestone will contribute to accelerating the development of quantum applications across the energy, materials, and industrial sectors in the Kingdom and the broader region.

Ahmad Al-Khowaiter, Aramco EVP of Technology and Innovation, said: “Our partnership with Pasqal is a natural progression, and we are thrilled to pioneer next-generation quantum capabilities, harnessing significant opportunities presented by this new frontier in computing.”

Loïc Henriet, CEO of Pasqal, commented: “This is a historic milestone with Aramco. The deployment of our most powerful quantum computer yet is a piece of history and a landmark for the Middle East’s quantum future. Pasqal continues its expansion, delivering practical quantum power to industry."

Pasqal will also provide training programs and joint research opportunities for Saudi engineers and scientists, strengthening the Kingdom’s quantum ecosystem and supporting the development of high-tech talent.