PRESS RELEASE
OQC Appoints Darko Stojkovic as Chief Operating Officer to Strengthen Global Leadership and Operational Scale-Up
- OQC today announced the appointment of OQC Appoints Darko Stojkovic as Chief Operating Officer.
- Darko joins OQC’s leadership team to drive the next stage of the company’s global expansion.
- The move follows OQC’s announced expansion into the US and Board appointments, including Jack Boyer OBE as Chair and Sir Jeremy Fleming, former Director of GCHQ.
London, UK – 7 January 2026 – Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC), a globally leading quantum computing company, today announced the appointment of Darko Stojkovic as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Darko joins OQC’s leadership team to drive the next stage of the company’s global expansion, operational excellence, and commercial scale-up as demand for quantum computing accelerates across markets.
Darko is a highly experienced international operations leader with a proven track record of scaling advanced manufacturing and complex supply chains across the UK, Europe and the United States. He most recently served as COO at Refeyn, where he guided the company through successful growth, and previously held senior COO and Managing Director roles at Keeler, Vestas, and Sterling Thermal Technology.
A recognised expert in lean manufacturing, automation, and digitalised production systems within regulated environments, Darko has built and led high-performing global teams known for their execution discipline, continuous improvement and customer focus. Darko holds a Doctorate in Engineering and completed the Cranfield Executive development programme, further strengthening his foundation in scaling deep-tech and industrial innovation.
Supporting OQC’s Next Stage of Growth
OQC is entering a pivotal phase as it expands its quantum computing platform, increases commercial delivery, and deepens global partnerships. Darko’s appointment brings world-class operational expertise to accelerate OQC’s transition from pioneering innovation to scaled, high-reliability quantum computing delivered into datacentres globally
“We are delighted to welcome Darko to OQC at such an important moment in our growth,” said Gerald Mullally, CEO of OQC. “His deep operational leadership, experience scaling advanced technology manufacturing, and commitment to building exceptional teams make him an outstanding addition to our leadership. Darko will play a critical role as we expand our global footprint and deliver quantum computing to customers at scale.”
Commenting on his appointment, Darko said: “OQC is uniquely positioned to define the future of quantum computing, and I’m excited to join a team with such ambition, talent and momentum. I look forward to helping strengthen the company’s operational foundations and supporting the delivery of quantum systems and services that make a real impact.”
Further Strengthening of OQC’s Leadership Team
Darko’s arrival further enhances OQC’s already strong leadership team, following its recent appointment of Nigel Higgins, Group Chair of Barclays to the OQC Board, as the company continues to invest in strategic leadership to support its mission of making quantum computing accessible to enterprise and government customers globally. His appointment underscores OQC’s commitment to combining scientific excellence with world-class operational execution.
About OQC
Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC) is pioneering the quantum-accelerated world, delivering enterprise-grade quantum systems designed for commercial and strategic advantage. As Europe’s first Quantum-Compute-as-a-Service provider and the only company integrating quantum computers into commercial data centres OQC brings quantum capability to the heart of financial and national infrastructure. Their application-optimised compute empowers customers in finance, security, and defence to solve previously intractable problems, reshaping industries and strengthening sovereign advantage.
