German drone startup Quantum Systems, founded in 2015 by aerospace engineers Florian Seibel, Armin Busse, and Tobias Kloss, is nearing a €150 million funding round that could triple its valuation to approximately €3 billion.
The Berlin-based company has rapidly grown to become one of Europe’s leading defence tech startups, driven by increasing demand for counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) technology amid escalating drone disruptions at airports.
Initially focused on dual-use autonomous drones for mapping, surveillance, and reconnaissance, Quantum has pivoted into airspace defence with its latest model, the “Jaeger.” Designed to intercept hostile drones, the Jaeger exemplifies Quantum’s core mission to blend military-grade precision with civilian safety applications.
Quantum’s technology differentiates itself through cutting-edge AI integration and swarm-resilient communication, enabling drones to detect, track, and neutralise threats autonomously.
Unlike direct competitors such as the U.S.-based Anduril Industries and Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defence Systems, known respectively for their focus on passive detection or defence systems, Quantum merges offensive and defensive capabilities with a modular platform designed for rapid deployment and seamless interoperability with NATO infrastructure.
As it closes in on this funding round, Quantum Systems plans to accelerate growth through strategic acquisitions of sensor and autonomous flight startups, aiming to solidify its technology stack.
The company projects revenue of €300 million in 2025, rising to over €500 million in 2026. Looking further ahead, executives are planning a second, larger funding round next year, potentially valuing the company at €5 billion.
