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Accelerating Scalable Photonic Quantum Computing Through a Strong UK Sovereign Supply Chain
Aegiq, a UK-based photonic quantum computing company, extends its partnership with Fraunhofer Centre for Applied Photonics (FhCAP), a legally independent affiliate of the Fraunhofer Gesellschaft network based in Scotland, to leverage their high precision capabilities in automated micro assembly and photonic chip testbeds for quantum computers. This collaboration will accelerate the scaling of photonic quantum hardware from prototype to manufacturable systems.
This long-standing partnership has already delivered the successful development of high-performance single-photon sources, now deployed in our first-generation quantum computer at the NQCC (link). The recently announced SuperSoC project (link), a UK–Netherlands Quantum Innovation Pilot, brings together Single Quantum, Aegiq and FhCAP, with support from MicroAlign, to develop a compact, highly efficient photonic chip for the generation and detection of quantum signals. This work represents a critical step toward scalable quantum networks and distributed quantum computing.
Through access to FhCAP’s world‑leading photonic integration and testbed capabilities, SuperSoC removes reliance on off‑chip optical components or expensive, bespoke growth processes, significantly improving manufacturability, and creating a viable pathway to high‑volume, scalable quantum processor production.
“To translate photonic quantum computing into real-world deployment, systems must be engineered for small footprint and low power from day one,” said Loyd McKnight, Head of Centre at FhCAP. “Our collaboration with Aegiq, from early pilots through to deployments such as the NQCC, has enabled the development of more compact, efficient photonic chips, ensuring the underlying components are designed for scalability and practical integration.”
“To transition photonic quantum computing from prototype to volume production for real-world applications, systems must scale effectively and operate within practical deployment environments,” said Scott Dufferwiel, CEO of Aegiq. “Achieving this requires close collaboration with partners, like FhCAP who can deliver both high performance and scalable, efficient solutions.”
This partnership highlights the crucial role of the UK’s advanced manufacturing base and its role in supporting the next generation of quantum and photonic technologies
About Fraunhofer Centre for Applied Photonics
Fraunhofer Centre for Applied Photonics was established in Glasgow in 2012 in partnership with the University of Strathclyde and is based in Glasgow City Innovation District, in the Technology & Innovation Centre. Fraunhofer CAP is a not-for-profit research and technology organisation (RTO) offering industry a professional development capability in the fields of photonics, lasers and quantum technologies. Based in the UK, Fraunhofer CAP is a legally independent affiliate of Europe’s leading independent research organisation. In December 2025, UK Government’s Department of Science announced four years of core financial support to FhCAP.
About Aegiq
Aegiq is a UK-based full-stack photonic quantum computing company focused on delivering scalable quantum technologies for real-world applications. Working with organisations across telecoms, defence, aerospace, cybersecurity and AI, Aegiq develops solutions to address some of the most demanding computational challenges. Its integrated photonic platform enables high-performance, compact and modular quantum systems, creating a clear pathway toward the fault-tolerant, large-scale quantum computers needed to unlock the full potential of quantum technology.