German Drone Startup Quantum Systems Targets $175M Raise at €3.5BN Valuation
German drone maker Quantum Systems is close to completing a 150 million euro ($175 million) funding round that could triple its valuation to 3 billion euros ($3.5BN) , Manager Magazin reported , citing unnamed sources.
The startup company, whose new drone "Jaeger" is designed to intercept hostile unmanned aircraft, has seen demand surge following recent drone disruptions at major airports.
According to the report, Quantum plans to grow by acquiring startup companies and technology providers in the short term.
Quantum's revenue is projected to reach 300 million euros in 2025 and exceed 500 million euros in 2026, the magazine added. A second, larger funding round is planned for 2026, potentially pushing the firm's valuation to 5 billion euros, the report said.
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.
Quantum Systems did not immediately reply to a request for comment from Reuters.
The report comes after the German government said it would grant police the power to shoot down rogue drones like those that have disrupted airports across Europe and that some have attributed to a hybrid war being waged by Russia.
Photo: Quantum System in 2016
Sources: Reuters; TechFundingNews
