La Force International (LFI) has established LFI Asia Pacific Pty Ltd in Newcastle, Australia, strengthening its focus on manufacturing economics as quantum technology reshapes supply chain and data security requirements across the region.
In a media release, the Dallas-headquartered quantum technology economics firm said the Newcastle office is its first international entity outside the United States and will serve as the operational headquarters for Australia, Singapore and the broader Asia Pacific market, with a focus on mining and industrial manufacturers.
LFI said it delivers what it describes as accelerated industrial economics through its Quantum Value Stages framework, a structured model guiding manufacturers from “Quantum Readiness” and “Quantum Security” through to “Quantum Utility” and “Quantum Advantage.”
The firm said it works with companies across mining and resources, aerospace and defence, advanced manufacturing, energy and chemicals, automotive and EV, and logistics and supply chain sectors.
According to LFI, Newcastle was selected due to its position as a hub for advanced industry, defence and resources, and its proximity to the eastern seaboard manufacturing corridor.
“The Asia Pacific industrial economy is sophisticated and globally connected. What we hear consistently from manufacturers here is that they understand quantum computing, sensing and communications are coming, but they have not yet had a clear view of where the economic exposure sits or what the cost of inaction looks like on a balance sheet. That is the conversation LFI exists to have,” said Shayne De la Force, Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer of LFI.
LFI said its expansion is partly driven by procurement changes in mining, defence and aerospace supply chains, where prime contractors are introducing quantum-readiness requirements.
For Tier 2 and Tier 3 manufacturers, the firm stated, demonstrating quantum-safe practices may carry direct revenue implications.
The company also pointed to guidance from the Australian Signals Directorate and the Australian Cyber Security Centre encouraging organisations to assess exposure to “harvest now, decrypt later” risks. LFI said manufacturers holding long-term proprietary data face economic considerations that extend beyond conventional breach costs.
“Our clients do not need us to explain quantum physics. They need us to tell them what it costs their business if they are early without a plan, or late without one. Those are economic decisions, and they are being made right now whether companies are aware of them or not,” De la Force said.
LFI said the Asia Pacific entity is the first of three planned international offices, with Germany and Japan under development, and that Newcastle will coordinate regional engagement from a single operational base.
