Fujitsu to establish quantum computing research center in NM
Announcement follows Governor’s trade missions to Japan
SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced a new collaboration with Tokyo-based Fujitsu, one of the world's largest technology companies, to establish a quantum computing research center in New Mexico.
The center will focus on quantum computing hardware, software, algorithms and theory, and will support education and workforce programs to develop New Mexico's quantum talent pipeline.
“Fujitsu's decision to partner with New Mexico is more proof that our bet on quantum is paying off,” said Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham. “By pairing Fujitsu's global expertise with the strength of our universities, national laboratories, and research community, we're building an ecosystem where quantum innovation can thrive.”
“When I traveled to Japan to meet with business leaders and top government officials, I intended for those conversations to turn into partnerships, research and jobs back here at home,” Lujan Grisham added. “Today is a direct result of that work.”
Fujitsu’s planned quantum center will train the next generation of quantum scientists and engineers, create internships and research opportunities for students, bring highly skilled jobs and new investment to the state, and give New Mexicans the chance to help shape the future of quantum technology.
The agreement builds on Fujitsu's existing relationship with New Mexico State University — established in 2025. Under that agreement, Fujitsu and NMSU collaborate on research tied to Fujitsu's FUJITSU-MONAKA processor and high-performance computing.
Under the agreement announced today, Fujitsu and the State of New Mexico aim to expand that work into quantum computing and hybrid computing systems that combine classical computing, artificial intelligence and quantum technologies. Fujitsu will also work with the Quantum New Mexico Institute at the University of New Mexico to develop research partnerships in quantum algorithms, applications and systems.
“Fujitsu is uniquely positioned with technology and solution capabilities spanning microprocessors, high-performance computing, and quantum computing,” said Vivek Mahajan, corporate executive officer, corporate vice president, CTO, in charge of system platform, Fujitsu Limited. “The establishment of a quantum computing research center in New Mexico represents an important opportunity to expand our research activities and accelerate the development of next-generation quantum technologies. By bringing together hardware, software, and applications research, the center can advance critical work in quantum system design, engineering and validation, while developing innovative algorithms for high-impact applications in areas such as chemistry, materials science, advanced energy and other strategically important fields.”
The collaboration is designed to draw on New Mexico's concentration of scientific institutions, including Sandia National Laboratories, Los Alamos National Laboratory, the University of New Mexico and New Mexico State University.
When the Lujan Grisham administration launched its quantum initiative, no quantum companies were based in New Mexico. In under two years, five have come to the state, earning New Mexico, Sandia National Laboratories and their partners the Federal Laboratory Consortium's State and Local Economic Development Award.
The partnership builds on New Mexico’s clear momentum in the quantum space. Just this month, Roadrunner Quantum Lab broke ground on a quantum campus in downtown Albuquerque, backed by a $25 million state award to Roadrunner Venture Studios. In September 2025, Governor Lujan Grisham signed an agreement with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) establishing the Quantum Frontier Project, making New Mexico one of a handful of states partnering on DARPA's Quantum Benchmarking Initiative to test and validate emerging quantum computers. Since 2019, the state has committed more than $450 million to quantum technology infrastructure, including a $150 million fund to pay for research and development in the state.
“New Mexico is building one of the most remarkable and fast-growing quantum ecosystems in the country, and Fujitsu’s decision to establish an R&D center here adds one of the world’s leading technology companies to it,” said Economic Development New Mexico Secretary Rob Black. “Our trade missions give us the chance to sit down with leading global companies like Fujitsu, make the case for New Mexico and build relationships — today’s announcement shows what can result from that work.”
Founded in Japan, Fujitsu is a leading global technology company and provider of IT services and digital solutions. By combining Fujitsu's expertise in advanced computing and quantum technologies with New Mexico's well-established scientific and research ecosystem, Fujitsu aims to create a foundation for long-term quantum innovation, connecting fundamental research with technology development, talent cultivation and future commercial applications. Fujitsu employs approximately 100,000 people worldwide.