Fujitsu to Design Japan's Next-Generation Supercomputer FugakuNEXT
Fujitsu has been awarded a contract by research institute RIKEN to design Japan's next-generation flagship supercomputer, FugakuNEXT. The contract covers the overall system, computing nodes, and CPU components.
Japanese technology company Fujitsu has secured a contract to design the nation's next-generation flagship supercomputer, provisionally named FugakuNEXT. The agreement was made with RIKEN, a Japanese research institute, and encompasses the basic design of the entire system, including its computing nodes and central processing units (CPUs).
The basic design phase is scheduled to conclude by February 27, 2026. This project aims to support Japan's leadership in science and technology by offering a flexible computing platform capable of meeting evolving demands, such as those driven by generative AI and complex simulations.
FugakuNEXT will leverage Fujitsu's FUJITSU-MONAKA general-purpose CPU, which is built using advanced 2-nanometer technology. The company is also developing a successor CPU, tentatively named FUJITSU-MONAKA-X, for FugakuNEXT, intended to incorporate advanced AI processing acceleration capabilities to address growing AI needs.
This new supercomputer is expected to enhance both performance and power efficiency, facilitating advancements across various fields of research and industry. Fujitsu emphasizes its commitment to continuous technological development and contributing to a sustainable society through innovation.