Quantum Systems
Long-range VTOL drones for mapping and security
Ranked #4 in Best Deep Tech Startups in Europe, and on 1 more ranking.
Quantum Systems, based near Munich, Germany, makes the Trinity Pro mapping drone for surveyors and the Vector and Twister drones for defense and security. It raised $1.2 billion in a Series D at about an $8 billion valuation in July 2026.
At a glance
| Price from | Custom |
| Best for | Survey and security teams that need long-range VTOL drones |
From Quantum Systems's own website.
What stands out
- Long-range fixed-wing VTOL designs
- Very well funded
Worth knowing
- Mostly focused on defense
- Enterprise pricing only
How it ranks
Quantum Systems is ranked 4th of 10 in Best Deep Tech Startups in Europe (Lister Score 93.4) and 6th of 10 in Best Defense Tech Startups (Lister Score 91.4).
#4 in Best Deep Tech Startups in Europe · Lister Score 93.4
Quantum Systems, founded in 2015 and based near Munich, Germany, makes the Trinity Pro mapping drone for surveyors and the Vector and Twister drones for defence and security.
Quantum Systems closed a $1.2 billion Series D at about an $8 billion valuation on 2 July 2026..
| Rank | Best Deep Tech Startups in Europe | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helsing | 97.1 |
| 2 | Wayve | 95.9 |
| 3 | ICEYE | 94.7 |
| 4 | Quantum Systems | 93.4 |
| 5 | NEURA Robotics | 92.2 |
| 6 | Proxima Fusion | 90.9 |
| 7 | Isar Aerospace | 89.6 |
| 8 | The Exploration Company | 88.4 |
| 9 | IQM Quantum Computers | 87.1 |
| 10 | Verkor | 85.8 |
#6 in Best Defense Tech Startups · Lister Score 91.4
Quantum Systems, founded in 2015 near Munich, makes electric vertical take-off reconnaissance drones and autonomous unmanned systems used by NATO forces and Ukraine. It raised a $1.2 billion Series D at about $8 billion in July 2026, co-led by Blackstone, Airbus and Advent.
Reports on its Series D credit Quantum Systems drones with more than 19,000 missions in Ukraine..
| Rank | Best Defense Tech Startups | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anduril Industries | 97.3 |
| 2 | Shield AI | 96.1 |
| 3 | Helsing | 95.0 |
| 4 | Saronic Technologies | 93.8 |
| 5 | Castelion | 92.6 |
| 6 | Quantum Systems | 91.4 |
| 7 | Hadrian | 90.1 |
| 8 | CHAOS Industries | 88.9 |
| 9 | Epirus | 87.6 |
| 10 | Mach Industries | 86.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How does Quantum Systems rank on Lister?
Quantum Systems is ranked 4th of 10 in Best Deep Tech Startups in Europe (Lister Score 93.4) and 6th of 10 in Best Defense Tech Startups (Lister Score 91.4).
Appears in
Best Deep Tech Startups in Europe
1
Helsing97.12
Wayve95.93
ICEYE94.7RANKINGfull ranking →STARTUPSVERIFIEDBest Defense Tech Startups
1
Anduril Industries97.32
Shield AI96.13Helsing95.0RANKINGfull ranking →- #7 in Best Drone Companies · Deep Tech
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