13 October 2026. SkyWater Technology and D-Wave Quantum Inc. announced a multi-year agreement to continue specialized semiconductor process development and manufacturing in support of D-Wave's quantum technology roadmap.
D-Wave's work with the process integration and manufacturing team at SkyWater's Minnesota fab spans more than a decade. That collaboration has supported multiple generations of D-Wave technology, including fabrication of Advantage2 processors. A D-Wave Advantage2 system, fabricated at SkyWater, was used in research published in Science in 2025.
Under the new agreement, D-Wave will continue its relationship with SkyWater's Minnesota fab team, providing manufacturing continuity and access to specialized process expertise. The terms protect D-Wave's intellectual property.
Separately, the companies collaborated on a proof-of-technology project earlier this year. The optimized maintenance schedule reduced lot delays by up to 30%, improving factory throughput. A forthcoming proof-of-concept will extend the model to include resource availability and technician constraints.
"Our team has developed deep process knowledge around D-Wave's highly specialized technology, demonstrating the value of close collaboration between quantum innovators and semiconductor manufacturers," said Thomas Sonderman, CEO of SkyWater Technology.
Source: The Quantum Insider
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