🏆 Deal of the Month · November 2025
Quantum Systems raised EUR 180m in a venture funding round at a valuation of EUR 3b. The round was led by Balderton Capital. This deal was recognised as Venionaire DealMatrix Deal of the Month for November 2025.
Quantum Systems — key deal facts
| Company | Quantum Systems |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Headquarters | Gilching, Germany |
| Amount raised | EUR 180m |
| Valuation | EUR 3b |
| Round | Venture – Series Unknown |
| Investors | The round was led by Balderton Capital and joined by investors including Peter Thiel, Porsche Automobil Holding SE and Notion Capital |
| Sectors | Artificial Intelligence, Defence Tech, Drones |
Who invested in Quantum Systems?
The round was led by Balderton Capital and joined by Peter Thiel, Porsche Automobil Holding SE, and Notion Capital. The investor mix is notable for combining a top-tier European venture firm with a strategic industrial backer in Porsche Automobil Holding SE, a prominent Silicon Valley technology investor, and a B2B software-focused fund. This breadth of backing reflects growing institutional and strategic confidence in European defence technology.
What does Quantum Systems do?
Quantum Systems is a German UAV and autonomous systems company headquartered in Gilching, Bavaria. Founded in January 2015 by former Bundeswehr officer Florian Seibel, the company develops small unmanned aerial vehicles, eVTOL platforms, and AI-powered mission planning software for defence and security applications. Originally focused on agricultural use cases, the company pivoted to dual-use defence technology following the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. Its products serve both military and commercial operators requiring advanced autonomous reconnaissance and mission capabilities.
Quantum Systems valuation & multiples
Frequently asked questions
How much did Quantum Systems raise in its Venture – Series Unknown?
Quantum Systems raised EUR 180m in a Venture – Series Unknown round, recognised as Deal of the Month in November 2025.
What is Quantum Systems's valuation?
Quantum Systems was valued at EUR 3b in connection with this funding round.
Who invested in Quantum Systems?
The round was led by Balderton Capital and joined by Peter Thiel, Porsche Automobil Holding SE, and Notion Capital.
When was Quantum Systems founded and where is it based?
Quantum Systems was founded in January 2015 and is headquartered in Gilching, Bavaria, Germany.
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