Estelle Eonnet
Head of Communications
Quantum Systems raises €160M as it targets global leadership in aerial intelligence solutions
For immediate release – May 6, 2025
- Europe’s leading provider of advanced unmanned aerial intelligence solutions will accelerate R&D investment in AI and software to support its government and commercial customers through increased autonomy
- Expansion into markets across Europe and APAC follows 100% annual revenue growth, plus acquisitions of AirRobot and Nordic Unmanned UK
- Funding will accelerate scale of advanced mass production capabilities
Quantum Systems – the leader in AI-powered aerial intelligence systems for defense, emergency services, and industry – has raised €160 million in new funding, led by Balderton Capital, with participation from Hensoldt, Airbus Defense and Space, Bullhound Capital, LP&E AG and existing investors, including HV Capital, Project A, Peter Thiel, DTCP, Omnes Capital, Airbus Ventures, Porsche SE and Notion. The funding, which brings the total raised by the company to €310m, will be used to accelerate global expansion, scale production, and advance the company’s autonomous drone systems, software and AI.
Founded in 2015 by a world-class team with experience in drones, robotics, and imagery collection, Quantum Systems is setting the benchmark for real-time aerial intelligence for governmental and commercial uses. Its family of modular, dual-use unmanned aerial systems (UAS) bring together the latest advances in eVTOL technology, AI, edge computing, and autonomy to help customers make better decisions, faster and more accurately.
“The need for sovereign, aerial intelligence has never been more pressing. Our systems, a powerful blend of hardware and software, are built for the realities of modern defense and security challenges – they are autonomous, interoperable, and proven under harsh conditions. With support from our new and existing investors, we are ready to become the European leader in robotised and AI-powered aerial intelligence solutions, providing both public and commercial customers with the high-quality, accurate data they need for daily decision making.”
“The successful completion of our Series C financing marks a significant milestone in our company's history. This investment allows us to follow our vision. We will increase our global production capacity to meet the growing demand for our AI-powered drone systems and expand our market presence worldwide”
“We're thrilled to partner with Florian, Sven, and their exceptional team as they redefine the standard for aerial intelligence. Quantum Systems has the technical excellence, strategic vision, and operational maturity to become a world leader in this critical category, and positively further both security and commercial objectives.”
Combat-proven and commercially applicable
Quantum Systems’ drones and intelligence systems are currently used by NATO-aligned forces – including those in Germany, Ukraine, Australia, New Zealand and Spain. Following the acquisition of Germany’s AirRobot in March, Quantum Systems is a tier-1 supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence. More recently, the firm expanded into the UK market with the acquisition of Nordic Unmanned UK, a global provider of high-end drone products and services.
Commercial applications of Quantum Systems’ solutions include mapping drones across mining, agriculture, and infrastructure. Notable clients include RocketDNA and the Indian government’s Department for Science and Technology.
Since launching its flagship Vector platform in 2019, Quantum Systems has continuously innovated in response to the growing demands of its customers, and the shifting defence and business landscapes. Its latest iteration, Vector AI, debuted earlier this year and has already been combat-tested in Ukraine, offering real-time ISR (intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance) capabilities in areas where GPS and communications aren’t available.
The new funding follows several years of exceeding 100% year-over-year revenue growth for the company, which now has 550 people across sites in Germany, Australia, Ukraine and Romania.
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About Quantum Systems
Quantum Systems is at the forefront of AI-powered aerial robotics, developing a family of smart systems that go far beyond traditional drones. Our advanced electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS), combined with our Drone Port solution, are designed to deliver automated actionable aerial intelligence. Built on a foundation of in-house software and AI, our systems transform aerial data into critical insights, empowering decision-making across security, defense and public safety, as well as for the commercial, industrial and GIS sectors.
Featuring cutting-edge technology like edge computing and real-time AI-driven data processing, Quantum Systems enables operators to make informed decisions with unmatched speed and precision. Our solutions bring aerial intelligence to your fingertips, automating the entire process – from deployment to data analysis. Founded in 2015 and headquartered at Special Airport Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich, Quantum Systems operates globally with locations in Australia, Ukraine and Romania. Our German-engineered technology is trusted worldwide, paving the way for a new era of data-driven solutions.
About Balderton
Balderton Capital is a multistage venture firm with more than 25 years of experience supporting Europe’s best founders from Seed to IPO. We have both early and growth funds and invest across the technology sector, with a proven track record backing AI, fintech, B2B SaaS, digital health, mobility, gaming and marketplace companies. Previous investments include Darktrace (LON: DARK), Depop, Flywire (NASDAQ: FLYW), Kobalt, MySQL, Nutmeg, Peakon, Recorded Future, Talend (NASDAQ: TLND) and THG (LON: THG). Balderton’s current portfolio includes: Beauty Pie, Contentful, Dream Games, GoCardless, Lendable, Matillon, Merama, PhotoRoom, Revolut, Tibber, Wayve, Writer and ZOE.
About Omnes Capital
Omnes is a leading private equity firm dedicated to the energy transition. With over €6.7 bn in assets under management, our teams support long-term partnerships with entrepreneurs through our four core businesses: renewable energy, sustainable cities, deeptech and co-investment. For over 20 years, Omnes has been applying its expertise to help businesses grow in more than 15 countries, with a particular focus on sustainable development. As part of its approach as a responsible investor, the company has created the Omnes Foundation to support non-profit organisations working for children and young people in the fields of education, health, social and economic integration.