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Defence tech startups in Europe

68 defence tech startups in Europe have raised money in rounds we track. These are the 50 that have raised the most, $14B between them, with the United Kingdom the most common home.

$14Braised by these 50
68on our record in all
United Kingdommost common home
Helsingraised the most
  1. 1HelsingHelsing is a German defense technology company based in Munich, founded in 2021.

    Helsing is a German defense technology company based in Munich, founded in 2021.

    Founded 2021Munich, Germany$3.7Blast round Jul 2026
  2. 2ICEYEICEYE is a Finnish technology company specializing in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite imaging.

    ICEYE is a Finnish technology company specializing in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite imaging.

    Founded 2015Espoo, Finland$3.0Blast round Aug 2026
  3. 3Quantum SystemsQuantum Systems GmbH is a German technology company based in Gilching, near Munich.

    Quantum Systems GmbH is a German technology company based in Gilching, near Munich.

    Founded 2015Gilching, Germany$1.6Blast round Jul 2026
  4. 4UFORCEUFORCE is a Ukrainian defense technology company focused on developing and manufacturing advanced military technologies, particularly unmanned platforms for air

    UFORCE is a Ukrainian defense technology company focused on developing and manufacturing advanced military technologies, particularly unmanned platforms for air

    Founded -London, United Kingdom$1.4Blast round Nov 2026
  5. 5TEKEVERFounded 2013United Kingdom$654Mlast round Sept 2026
  6. 6STARKStark is a provider of energy data and analytics services.

    Stark is a provider of energy data and analytics services.

    Founded 1981Horley, Germany$576Mlast round Jun 2026
  7. 7Isar AerospaceIsar Aerospace is a prominent German aerospace company and launch service provider based in Ottobrunn, near Munich.

    Isar Aerospace is a prominent German aerospace company and launch service provider based in Ottobrunn, near Munich.

    Founded 2018Ottobrunn, Germany$487Mlast round Jun 2026
  8. 8Cambridge AerospaceCambridge Aerospace is a UK-based defense technology startup founded in September 2024.

    Cambridge Aerospace is a UK-based defense technology startup founded in September 2024.

    Founded 2024Cambridge, United Kingdom$400Mlast round Aug 2026
  9. 9Onodrim IndustriesOnodrim Industries is a tech company that focuses on mission-critical systems across defence manufacturing, advanced sensing.

    Onodrim Industries is a tech company that focuses on mission-critical systems across defence manufacturing, advanced sensing.

    Founded -Amsterdam, Netherlands$347Mlast round Nov 2026
  10. 10Harmattan AIHarmattan AI is a French defense technology company founded in 2024 and based in Paris.

    Harmattan AI is a French defense technology company founded in 2024 and based in Paris.

    Founded 2024Paris, France$200Mlast round Jan 2026
  11. 11SHIELD SPACESHIELD SPACE is a UK defence technology company located in Lincoln, England.

    SHIELD SPACE is a UK defence technology company located in Lincoln, England.

    Founded 2025Lincoln, United Kingdom$191Mlast round Jan 2026
  12. 12Kraken TechnologyFounded -United Kingdom$178Mlast round Aug 2026
  13. 13HypersonicaHypersonica is an Anglo-German defense and aerospace company founded in late 2023, focused on developing next-generation hypersonic systems for both military an

    Hypersonica is an Anglo-German defense and aerospace company founded in late 2023, focused on developing next-generation hypersonic systems for both military an

    Founded 2023Feldkirchen, Germany$140Mlast round Nov 2026
  14. 14EOS-X SpaceEOS-X Space is a European aerospace company founded in 2019, specializing in zero-emission space tourism.

    EOS-X Space is a European aerospace company founded in 2019, specializing in zero-emission space tourism.

    Founded 2020Madrid, Spain$120Mlast round Nov 2026
  15. 15NestAINestAI is a rapidly growing European physical AI lab that builds next-generation AI technologies.

    NestAI is a rapidly growing European physical AI lab that builds next-generation AI technologies.

    Founded -West Palm Beach, Finland$115Mlast round Nov 2025
  16. 16ALL.SPACEALL.SPACE has developed the 5th generation smart terminal, capable of linking with all satellites, all networks, in all orbits, all at once.

    ALL.SPACE has developed the 5th generation smart terminal, capable of linking with all satellites, all networks, in all orbits, all at once.

    Founded 2013Reading, United Kingdom$102Mlast round Oct 2024
  17. 17Space ForgeSpace Forge make super materials in space that cannot be made on earth.

    Space Forge make super materials in space that cannot be made on earth.

    Founded 2018Cardiff, United Kingdom$74Mlast round Jun 2026
  18. 18Living OpticsLiving Optics is a private deep-tech company founded in 2020, specializing in the development and manufacturing of affordable, portable hyperspectral imaging (H

    Living Optics is a private deep-tech company founded in 2020, specializing in the development and manufacturing of affordable, portable hyperspectral imaging (H

    Founded 2020Milton, United Kingdom$61Mlast round Oct 2026
  19. 19Alta AresAlta Ares is a French defense technology company founded in 2024, specializing in AI-powered air-defense, counter-UAS, and ISTAR/ISR systems for military and se

    Alta Ares is a French defense technology company founded in 2024, specializing in AI-powered air-defense, counter-UAS, and ISTAR/ISR systems for military and se

    Founded 2024Paris, France$60Mlast round Jun 2026
  20. 20IsembardIsembard is a British software-first manufacturing company founded in 2024.

    Isembard is a British software-first manufacturing company founded in 2024.

    Founded 2024London, United Kingdom$59Mlast round Mar 2026
  21. 21Optics11Maritime Defense and Energy Solutions

    Maritime Defense and Energy Solutions

    Founded 2011Amsterdam, Netherlands$56Mlast round Nov 2026
  22. 22ReOrbitFounded -Finland$53Mlast round Oct 2026
  23. 23ValarianValarian is a UK-based sovereign infrastructure company headquartered in London.

    Valarian is a UK-based sovereign infrastructure company headquartered in London.

    Founded 2020London, United Kingdom$50Mlast round Jul 2026
  24. 24TYTAN TechnologiesTYTAN Technologies is a Munich-based defense technology startup founded in 2023.

    TYTAN Technologies is a Munich-based defense technology startup founded in 2023.

    Founded 2023Munich, Germany$35Mlast round Feb 2026
  25. 25Frankenburg TechnologiesFrankenburg Technologies is a European defense technology startup based in Tallinn, Estonia, founded in 2024 by Taavi Madiberk and Marko Virkebau.

    Frankenburg Technologies is a European defense technology startup based in Tallinn, Estonia, founded in 2024 by Taavi Madiberk and Marko Virkebau.

    Founded 2024Tallinn, Estonia$35Mlast round Feb 2026
  26. 26LiveEOLiveEO is a Berlin-based company that specializes in AI- and satellite-powered risk intelligence.

    LiveEO is a Berlin-based company that specializes in AI- and satellite-powered risk intelligence.

    Founded 2018Berlin, Germany$33Mlast round May 2026
  27. 27Beyond VisionBeyond Vision is a UAV Company that developed beXStream, a cloud asset management platform.

    Beyond Vision is a UAV Company that developed beXStream, a cloud asset management platform.

    Founded 2013Alverca do Ribatejo, Portugal$31Mlast round Oct 2026
  28. 28FibreCoatFibreCoat is a German materials technology company based in Aachen, founded in 2020 as a spin-off from RWTH Aachen University.

    FibreCoat is a German materials technology company based in Aachen, founded in 2020 as a spin-off from RWTH Aachen University.

    Founded 2020Aachen, Germany$21Mlast round Dec 2024
  29. 29Silicon MicroGravitySilicon MicroGravity is a company developing novel sensor technology.

    Silicon MicroGravity is a company developing novel sensor technology.

    Founded 2014Cambridge, United Kingdom$21Mlast round Nov 2026
  30. 30KelluuKelluu is a Finnish deep-tech company founded in 2018, based in Reijola, North Karelia.

    Kelluu is a Finnish deep-tech company founded in 2018, based in Reijola, North Karelia.

    Founded 2018Joensuu, Finland$18Mlast round Apr 2026
  31. 31Archangel LightworksArchangel Lightworks is a private aerospace and communications company based in Oxford, UK, founded in 2017.

    Archangel Lightworks is a private aerospace and communications company based in Oxford, UK, founded in 2017.

    Founded 2017Oxford, United Kingdom$17Mlast round Aug 2026
  32. 32Buntar AerospaceBuntar Aerospace is a Ukrainian defense technology company specializing in unmanned systems for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) operations.

    Buntar Aerospace is a Ukrainian defense technology company specializing in unmanned systems for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) operations.

    Founded 2023Ukraine$16Mlast round Oct 2026
  33. 33Delian Alliance IndustriesFounded -Greece$14Mlast round Jan 2026
  34. 34Six RoboticsSix Robotics is a defence and autonomous systems company based in Oslo, Norway.

    Six Robotics is a defence and autonomous systems company based in Oslo, Norway.

    Founded 2023Oslo, Norway$14Mlast round Jun 2026
  35. 35Cedip Infrared SystemsCedip Infrared Systems provides infrared imaging cameras and systems to industrial, research, medical and defense organizations.

    Cedip Infrared Systems provides infrared imaging cameras and systems to industrial, research, medical and defense organizations.

    Founded 1989France$14Mlast round Jun 2006
  36. 36WhitespacewhiteSpace is an engineering-centric firm that provides software solutions.

    whiteSpace is an engineering-centric firm that provides software solutions.

    Founded 2019United Kingdom$13Mlast round Nov 2025
  37. 37OsavulAI-based software to protect from information threats

    AI-based software to protect from information threats

    Founded 2022Wilmington, Luxembourg$13Mlast round Oct 2026
  38. 38TERASiTERASi is a deeptech startup based in Stockholm, Sweden, focused on designing and manufacturing ultra-compact, high-performance silicon-based waveguide componen

    TERASi is a deeptech startup based in Stockholm, Sweden, focused on designing and manufacturing ultra-compact, high-performance silicon-based waveguide componen

    Founded 2020Stockholm, Sweden$13Mlast round Sept 2026
  39. 39Alpine EagleAlpine Eagle is a European defense technology startup founded in 2023, based in Munich, Germany, with additional teams in London and Karlsruhe.

    Alpine Eagle is a European defense technology startup founded in 2023, based in Munich, Germany, with additional teams in London and Karlsruhe.

    Founded 2023Munich, Germany$11Mlast round Mar 2025
  40. 40Seven TechnologiesSeven Technologies, an engineering company, specializes in rugged SCADA type applications, offering associated environmental protection.

    Seven Technologies, an engineering company, specializes in rugged SCADA type applications, offering associated environmental protection.

    Founded 2003London, United Kingdom$11Mlast round Apr 2012
  41. 41HadeanHadean is a London-based technology company founded in 2015, specializing in distributed spatial computing, artificial intelligence, and synthetic environments.

    Hadean is a London-based technology company founded in 2015, specializing in distributed spatial computing, artificial intelligence, and synthetic environments.

    Founded 2017London, United Kingdom$9.3Mlast round Jul 2026
  42. 42Uplift360Uplift360 is a cleantech startup focused on developing chemical-based technologies for recycling and reusing advanced materials, particularly in the defence and

    Uplift360 is a cleantech startup focused on developing chemical-based technologies for recycling and reusing advanced materials, particularly in the defence and

    Founded 2021Luxembourg City, Luxembourg$8.7Mlast round Feb 2026
  43. 43Quantum CyberQuantum Cyber develops autonomous defense systems, counter-drone technologies, and AI-enabled security platforms.

    Quantum Cyber develops autonomous defense systems, counter-drone technologies, and AI-enabled security platforms.

    Founded -West Palm Beach, Netherlands$8.0Mlast round Nov 2026
  44. 44OrbotixOrbotix Industries is a European defense technology startup founded in 2023, focused on developing AI-powered autonomous drone swarm systems, robotics, and adva

    Orbotix Industries is a European defense technology startup founded in 2023, focused on developing AI-powered autonomous drone swarm systems, robotics, and adva

    Founded 2023Warszawa, Poland$7.6Mlast round Oct 2025
  45. 45SecureCloud+SecureCloud offers both private and corporate customers a comprehensive service in the cloud area.

    SecureCloud offers both private and corporate customers a comprehensive service in the cloud area.

    Founded 2014Neumarkt i.d. OPf., United Kingdom$6.8Mlast round Oct 2025
  46. 46Sol.OneSol One is an information technology firm that offers custom applications, software, web design, consulting, networking, and cloud services.

    Sol One is an information technology firm that offers custom applications, software, web design, consulting, networking, and cloud services.

    Founded 2014Belgium$6.2Mlast round Oct 2026
  47. 47Sentinel PhotonicsSentinel Photonics is a UK-based defence technology company that specializes in advanced laser detection and protection systems.

    Sentinel Photonics is a UK-based defence technology company that specializes in advanced laser detection and protection systems.

    Founded 2020Salisbury, United Kingdom$5.8Mlast round Apr 2026
  48. 48Nordic Air DefenceNordic Air Defence (NAD) is a Swedish defense technology startup based in Stockholm, founded in 2023.

    Nordic Air Defence (NAD) is a Swedish defense technology startup based in Stockholm, founded in 2023.

    Founded 2023Stockholm, Sweden$5.6Mlast round Jul 2025
  49. 49FlyFocusFlyFocus, based in Warsaw, Poland, is a defense technology company that specializes in the design, development, and production of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs

    FlyFocus, based in Warsaw, Poland, is a defense technology company that specializes in the design, development, and production of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs

    Founded 2017Warszawa, Poland$5.3Mlast round Feb 2026
  50. 50OshenOshen is the business to customer messaging platform that enhances texting and end user interface.

    Oshen is the business to customer messaging platform that enhances texting and end user interface.

    Founded 2016Westwood, United Kingdom$5.0Mlast round Aug 2026
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