French line CMA CGM group has announced a strategic partnership with Pasqal, a pioneer in neutral atom quantum computing.
As part of this collaboration, the CMA CGM group has made an investment in Pasqal to integrate scaled-up computing technologies into the optimisation of its maritime and logistics operations.
The details of the investment amount have not been disclosed.
The partnership will lead to the creation of a Quantum Centre of Excellence at Tangram, CMA CGM's training centre in Marseille, which will be equipped with access to Pasqal's quantum processor.
Through this initiative, CMA CGM aims to leverage quantum computing to optimise key aspects of its business, such as container management and loading on ships.
The company believes that quantum technologies can provide significant advantages in solving complex logistical challenges.
The Pasqal investment follows CMA CGM's previous investments in other technology companies and artificial intelligence initiatives, such as Kyutai and Mistral AI, as the group continues to explore innovative solutions to enhance its operations.
The partnership represents a significant step forward in the maritime and logistics industry's adoption of cutting-edge quantum computing technologies.