🏆 Deal of the Week · KW 48/2025
Quantum Systems raised EUR 180 million in a venture funding round, reaching a valuation of EUR 3 billion. The round was led by Balderton Capital. The deal was recognised as Deal of the Week for KW 48/2025.
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 spanning venture capital, strategic industrial capital, and high-profile technology investors. The presence of Porsche Automobil Holding SE signals growing interest from traditional mobility conglomerates in defence-oriented drone technology.
What does Quantum Systems do?
Quantum Systems (Quantum-Systems GmbH) designs and manufactures small unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and mission planning software for defence, security, and commercial applications. Its core products are electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) drones paired with AI-driven multi-sensor aerial data intelligence platforms. The company was founded in January 2015 by Florian Seibel, a former Bundeswehr officer and aerospace researcher who serves as CEO. Headquartered in Gilching, Germany, the company has evolved from agricultural drone applications into a dual-use defence technology firm, accelerating that shift following the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Quantum Systems valuation & multiples
Frequently asked questions
How much did Quantum Systems raise in its Venture – Series Unknown?
Quantum Systems raised EUR 180 million in a Venture – Series Unknown round.
What is Quantum Systems's valuation?
Quantum Systems is valued at EUR 3 billion as of 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, Germany.
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