IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), the world’s leading quantum platform company, today completed its acquisition of SkyWater Technology (NASDAQ: SKYT), the largest exclusively U.S.-based semiconductor foundry.
“Acquiring SkyWater crystalizes IonQ’s vision to serve as a technology leader, merchant supplier and ecosystem enabler across the entire quantum industry. We are investing in capabilities from quantum foundry and advanced packaging to manufacturing and commercialization that the quantum ecosystem requires for future growth,” said IonQ CEO Niccolo de Masi.
“Building upon our existing merchant supplier track record providing quantum solutions for our customers, we expect this acquisition to accelerate all quantum platforms across the industry.”
“This combination enables IonQ to drive our quantum computing roadmap and secure a fully scalable supply chain domestically. It unlocks IonQ‘s semiconductor-based approach to manufacturing new generations of our quantum computers, while ensuring SkyWater’s ability to deliver the excellent quality and attention customers expect,” said de Masi, who added, "Secure chip design, fabrication, and packaging will deliver vertical integration.”
“Joining the IonQ team marks a pivotal moment in SkyWater’s evolution,” said SkyWater CEO Thomas Sonderman.
“As the largest semiconductor foundry based in the U.S., SkyWater is already the partner of choice for advanced development and manufacturing services in both the public and private sectors as quantum computing shifts from research to manufacturing.”
IONQ shares gained $1.46, or 3.8%, to $37.12, while SKYT ended Thursday at $32.46.
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