# UK quantum computing industrial adoption

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/uk-quantum-computing-industrial-adoption
> Updated: 2026-09-23T16:57:31.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Efforts to integrate quantum computing into industrial and research sectors in the United Kingdom have progressed through new strategic partnerships.

Initially, FormationQ and the Hartree Centre (part of STFC and UKRI) partnered to facilitate the transition of quantum technology from research and proof-of-concept stages into scalable, operational deployments for government and industry. This collaboration focused on establishing deployment pathways and identifying high-value applications.

Subsequently, a broader collaboration emerged involving Quantinuum, Rolls-Royce, Riverlane, and the University of Edinburgh’s EPCC. This partnership aims to utilize fault-tolerant quantum computing for complex industrial design, specifically targeting fluid dynamics simulations for gas turbine design. The project combines quantum systems, error correction expertise, and supercomputing capabilities to support the United Kingdom’s national quantum strategy.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-23: Quantinuum and Rolls-Royce partner on quantum computing for industrial design

Quantinuum, Rolls-Royce, Riverlane, and the University of Edinburgh have partnered to use quantum computing for industrial simulations, such as gas turbine design.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/quantinuum-and-rolls-royce-partner-on-quantum-computing-for-industrial-design

### 2026-08-26: FormationQ and Hartree Centre partner to accelerate quantum computing adoption

FormationQ and the Hartree Centre have partnered to accelerate the practical adoption and scalable deployment of advanced quantum computing technologies across industry and government sectors.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/formationq-and-hartree-centre-partner-to-accelerate-quantum-computing-adoption

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