May 9, 2025

German Quantum Systems raises €160 million as it targets global leadership in aerial intelligence solutions

Quantum Systems

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🏆 Deal of the Month · May 2025

Quantum Systems raised EUR 160 million in a Series C round; the company's valuation was not disclosed. The round was backed by a broad syndicate of thirteen investors spanning defence primes, specialist venture funds, and strategic industrials. The deal was recognised as Venionaire DealMatrix's Deal of the Month for May 2025.

Quantum Systems — key deal facts

Company Quantum Systems
Founded 2015
Headquarters Gilching, Germany
Amount raised EUR 160m
Valuation Valuation Remains Undisclosed
Round Series C
Investors Airbus Defence & Space, Airbus Ventures, Balderton Capital, Bullhound Capital, DTCP, Hensoldt, HV Capital, LP&E AG, Notion Capital, Omnes Capital, Peter Thiel, Porsche Automobil Holding, Project A Ventures
Sectors Aerospace

Who invested in Quantum Systems?

The Series C brought together Airbus Defence & Space, Airbus Ventures, Balderton Capital, Bullhound Capital, DTCP, Hensoldt, HV Capital, LP&E AG, Notion Capital, Omnes Capital, Peter Thiel, Porsche Automobil Holding, and Project A Ventures. The investor mix is notable for combining two Airbus entities alongside Hensoldt, a leading defence electronics group, signalling strong institutional conviction from established European defence primes. The presence of Balderton Capital, HV Capital, and Project A Ventures alongside Peter Thiel reflects broad confidence in Quantum Systems across both the venture and strategic investor communities.

What does Quantum Systems do?

Quantum Systems is a German aerial intelligence company that develops, designs, and produces fully autonomous electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) uncrewed aerial systems (UAS). Its platforms are purpose-built for defence, security, humanitarian, and geospatial operations, with a focus on multi-sensor data collection, industry-leading flight endurance, and ease of operation. The company was founded in 2015 by Florian Seibel and is headquartered in Gilching, Bavaria, Germany, with a North American subsidiary operating out of Moorpark, California.

Quantum Systems valuation & multiples

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Frequently asked questions

How much did Quantum Systems raise in its Series C?

Quantum Systems raised EUR 160 million in its Series C round, announced in May 2025.

What is Quantum Systems's valuation?

Quantum Systems's valuation was not disclosed as part of the Series C announcement.

Who invested in Quantum Systems?

The Series C investors include Airbus Defence & Space, Airbus Ventures, Balderton Capital, Bullhound Capital, DTCP, Hensoldt, HV Capital, LP&E AG, Notion Capital, Omnes Capital, Peter Thiel, Porsche Automobil Holding, and Project A Ventures.

When was Quantum Systems founded and where is it based?

Quantum Systems was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Gilching, Bavaria, Germany.

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