PsiQuantum Anchors Utility-Scale Quantum Computer Build at Moreton Bay Central

PsiQuantum will build a utility-scale quantum computer at Moreton Bay Central, with early site works already underway and a formal ceremony scheduled for June. The company chose the location, formerly the Petrie Paper Mill, because it “provides the infrastructure, scalability, and collaborative environment we need to deliver,” according to Victor Peng, Interim Chief Executive Officer of PsiQuantum. Situated within a developing precinct also slated to host events during the Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games, the site offers existing large-scale industrial power and utility infrastructure crucial for quantum computer manufacturing. City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery stated that PsiQuantum’s decision is “a significant opportunity for economic growth, not just for our city but for Queensland,” as the region aims to become a hub for advanced manufacturing and future technologies.

Moreton Bay Central Selected for Utility-Scale Quantum Computer

Early site works are already underway, with a formal ceremony scheduled for June, indicating rapid progress toward this technological undertaking. The selection of Moreton Bay Central is notable given the precinct’s concurrent development as a host location for the upcoming Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games; this positions the city as a hub for both athletic competition and scientific advancement. PsiQuantum intends to foster a broader innovation ecosystem, supporting skills development and attracting talent to the region. The project’s long-term vision extends beyond a single facility, aiming to create a connected precinct where education, research, and industry converge to drive sustained economic growth.

Infrastructure at Former Petrie Paper Mill Supports PsiQuantum

The Moreton Bay Central site, formerly the location of the Petrie Paper Mill, was selected for PsiQuantum’s utility-scale quantum computer project because of the existing industrial infrastructure. Unlike many quantum computing endeavors requiring entirely new construction, this precinct already possessed the large-scale power and utility networks essential for quantum computer manufacturing, streamlining the project’s initial phases. This pre-existing capacity represents a significant advantage, accelerating development timelines and reducing initial capital expenditure. The choice of this location also aligns with broader regional development plans; the site hosts the University of the Sunshine Coast’s Moreton Bay Campus and a future TAFE Centre of Excellence focused on advanced manufacturing. Jodie Shipway, Deputy Mayor of City of Moreton Bay, highlighted this synergy, explaining, “Bringing together world-leading technology alongside the University of the Sunshine Coast, TAFE Queensland and a growing advanced manufacturing sector creates real opportunities for collaboration, skills development and innovation.” This integrated approach aims to foster a long-term innovation ecosystem, attracting talent and supporting future-focused industries alongside the quantum computing facility.

This pre-existing industrial capacity significantly streamlines development, bypassing the lengthy process of establishing such infrastructure from scratch. This co-location demonstrates a deliberate integration of advanced technology with major civic development, fostering a synergistic environment for innovation and economic growth. Beyond immediate construction, the project is designed to cultivate a long-term innovation ecosystem.