Former HPE Executive to Scale Pasqal’s Quantum Platform

A significant shift is underway in the quantum computing industry as Pasqal, a leader in neutral-atom quantum computing, has appointed Mark Armstrong as Chief Commercial Officer for Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region. Armstrong joins Pasqal from Hewlett Packard Enterprise, where he previously led the company’s High Performance Computing and AI business across EMEA, indicating a transfer of leadership from traditional high-performance computing into the developing quantum field. The appointment coincides with a milestone for Pasqal, which now has seven quantum systems in production across four countries, and offers access to its systems via cloud partnerships including Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, OVHcloud, and Scaleway.

The appointment of Mark Armstrong as Chief Commercial Officer at Pasqal signals a move toward enterprise-level deployment of quantum computing hardware. This hire underscores Pasqal’s ambition to move beyond research and development and establish a commercial presence in key global markets, including energy, financial services, advanced materials, and high-performance computing, reflecting a pragmatic approach to identifying early adopters and demonstrating tangible value. Pasqal’s systems are accessible both on-premises and via a cloud network encompassing Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, OVHcloud, and Scaleway; the inclusion of Scaleway alongside the major hyperscalers suggests a broader cloud strategy than simply relying on established industry leaders. Armstrong expressed his commitment to accelerating commercial growth, stating that his goal is to scale the commercial engine, deepen partnerships, and help customers across EMEA and APAC turn quantum capability into competitive advantage. He further clarified that the opportunity now is not simply to discuss the future of quantum, but to help customers create quantum-enabled outcomes today.