CMA CGM Group has announced a strategic partnership with Pasqal to integrate advanced quantum computing technology into its operations.
The main objective of the partnership is to leverage the technology to make CMA CGM’s transportation and logistics operations more efficient, responsive and adaptable.
The partnership will reportedly focus on optimizing container management, including the loading of vessels. A Quantum Computing Center of Excellence will be established at CMA CGM’s innovation hub, TANGRAM, which will have access to quantum processors developed by Pascal.
To deepen the understanding of quantum computing within the group, CMA CGM employees will have access to an e-learning platform developed by Pasqal. In addition, TANGRAM and Pasqal will organize events such as use case workshops, technical presentations and master classes to foster innovation and collaboration between CMA CGM staff, partners, clients and suppliers.
“Our partnership with Pascal will enable CMA CGM to apply quantum computing technology to maritime shipping and logistics, strengthening our group’s position as a leader in the industry’s digital transformation,” said Hadi Zablit, executive vice president of information technology at CMA CGM.
“With Pasqal, we aim to unlock the full potential of quantum computing and deliver increased operational efficiencies to our customers.”
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Georges-Olivier Reymond, CEO of Pasqal, added: “This partnership with CMA CGM reflects all of Pasqal’s priorities: developing concrete use cases with industry-leading companies, accelerating our understanding of the potential of quantum computing, and continuing our cutting-edge research to serve the quantum ecosystem. All of us at Pasqal are excited to begin our collaboration with the team at this historic French company.”
In May, the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) reached settlement agreements with three separate companies, including CMA CGM, to pay civil penalties totaling more than $2.3 million.
