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Drone startups in Europe

43 drone startups in Europe have raised money in rounds we track. These are the 43 that have raised the most, $9.1B between them, with Germany the most common home.

$9.1Braised by these 43
43on our record in all
Germanymost 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. 2Quantum 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
  3. 3UFORCEUFORCE 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
  4. 4TEKEVERFounded 2013United Kingdom$654Mlast round Sept 2026
  5. 5STARKStark 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
  6. 6Cambridge 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
  7. 7Harmattan 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
  8. 8AONICAonic is a comprehensive drone solutions provider based in Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.

    Aonic is a comprehensive drone solutions provider based in Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.

    Founded 2016Subang Jaya, Sweden$168Mlast round Mar 2026
  9. 9Alta 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
  10. 10Manna Air DeliveryManna Air Delivery, also known as Manna Drone Delivery, is a leading drone delivery operator based in Dublin, Ireland.

    Manna Air Delivery, also known as Manna Drone Delivery, is a leading drone delivery operator based in Dublin, Ireland.

    Founded 2019Dublin, Ireland$50Mlast round Apr 2026
  11. 11DedroneDedrone develops drone detection technology to protect organizations from malicious drones by securing the airspace.

    Dedrone develops drone detection technology to protect organizations from malicious drones by securing the airspace.

    Founded 2014Sterling, Germany$48Mlast round Jul 2022
  12. 12TYTAN 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
  13. 13Beyond 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
  14. 14VoliroVoliro is a Swiss aerial robotics company based in Zurich, founded in 2019.

    Voliro is a Swiss aerial robotics company based in Zurich, founded in 2019.

    Founded 2019Zurich, Switzerland$26Mlast round Jun 2025
  15. 15Buntar 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
  16. 16Delian Alliance IndustriesFounded -Greece$14Mlast round Jan 2026
  17. 17Twentyfour IndustriesTwentyfour Industries is a European company established in late 2024 that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and deploying drones.

    Twentyfour Industries is a European company established in late 2024 that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and deploying drones.

    Founded -Germany$12Mlast round Jan 2026
  18. 18DonecleDonecle is a Toulouse-based startup founded in 2015 that specializes in automated aircraft inspection using fully autonomous drones and AI-driven image analysis.

    Donecle is a Toulouse-based startup founded in 2015 that specializes in automated aircraft inspection using fully autonomous drones and AI-driven image analysis.

    Founded 2015Toulouse, France$12Mlast round Apr 2026
  19. 19Alpine 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
  20. 20Atlas DynamicsFounded -Latvia$8.0Mlast round Jul 2017
  21. 21Quantum 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
  22. 22OrbotixOrbotix 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
  23. 23FlyabilityFlyability is a Swiss technology company founded in 2014, specializing in collision-tolerant drones for inspecting and exploring indoor and confined spaces.

    Flyability is a Swiss technology company founded in 2014, specializing in collision-tolerant drones for inspecting and exploring indoor and confined spaces.

    Founded 2014Paudex, Switzerland$6.8Mlast round May 2023
  24. 24Sol.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
  25. 25Nordic 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
  26. 26FlyFocusFlyFocus, 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
  27. 27KyberKyber is a deep-tech infrastructure focused on ultra-low-latency real-time communication technologies for emerging AI-driven systems.

    Kyber is a deep-tech infrastructure focused on ultra-low-latency real-time communication technologies for emerging AI-driven systems.

    Founded -Paris, France$5.0Mlast round Jun 2026
  28. 28OccamOccams’ Razor platform ensures optimal customer experience

    Occams’ Razor platform ensures optimal customer experience

    Founded 2016United Kingdom$4.3Mlast round Sept 2026
  29. 29Deep ForestrySwedish based deep-tech company in 3D AI, autonomous robotics, and computer vision.

    Swedish based deep-tech company in 3D AI, autonomous robotics, and computer vision.

    Founded -Uppsala, Sweden$3.5Mlast round May 2026
  30. 30PDKINEMATICSPDKinematics creates precision guidance systems for the UAV era.

    PDKinematics creates precision guidance systems for the UAV era.

    Founded -Vilnius, Lithuania$2.3Mlast round Jun 2025
  31. 31MonopulseProducing professional grade UAVs for military, government and institutional use.

    Producing professional grade UAVs for military, government and institutional use.

    Founded 2021Kongens Lyngby, Lithuania$2.2Mlast round Oct 2026
  32. 32ADLCADLC (A Drone Logistics Company) is a Belgian start-up focused on industrial express drone delivery services.

    ADLC (A Drone Logistics Company) is a Belgian start-up focused on industrial express drone delivery services.

    Founded 2021Antwerp, Belgium$2.2Mlast round Jan 2025
  33. 33Drone HarmonyDrone Harmony is a Swiss technology company founded in 2016, specializing in automation software for data acquisition workflows in the commercial drone market.

    Drone Harmony is a Swiss technology company founded in 2016, specializing in automation software for data acquisition workflows in the commercial drone market.

    Founded 2016Duebendorf, Switzerland$2.2Mlast round Jun 2024
  34. 34SKYSEEDSkyseed GmbH is a Berlin-based startup founded in 2021 that focuses on climate technology and environmental services.

    Skyseed GmbH is a Berlin-based startup founded in 2021 that focuses on climate technology and environmental services.

    Founded 2021Berlin, Germany$2.1Mlast round May 2022
  35. 35UptekoUpteko is a Danish deep-tech robotics company founded in 2018, specializing in automated, multi-purpose drone systems designed for harsh maritime and offshore e

    Upteko is a Danish deep-tech robotics company founded in 2018, specializing in automated, multi-purpose drone systems designed for harsh maritime and offshore e

    Founded 2018Aarhus, Denmark$1.5Mlast round Jun 2026
  36. 36SkyVisorSkyVisor is a software company based in Paris that specializes in drone inspection and asset management solutions for the renewable energy sector, particularly

    SkyVisor is a software company based in Paris that specializes in drone inspection and asset management solutions for the renewable energy sector, particularly

    Founded 2021Paris, France$1.3Mlast round Dec 2024
  37. 37AviantEnd-to-end drone service for transport of cargo

    End-to-end drone service for transport of cargo

    Founded 2020Trondheim, Norway$1.0Mlast round Oct 2024
  38. 38ShotlingShotling is a defence technology organisation specialising in kinetic short-range counter-UAS (C-UAS) systems for the military.

    Shotling is a defence technology organisation specialising in kinetic short-range counter-UAS (C-UAS) systems for the military.

    Founded -Copenhagen, Denmark$831Klast round Feb 2026
  39. 39Skipper NDTSKIPPER NDT is a French startup founded in 2015, specializing in the automation of pipeline maintenance through advanced magnetic inspection technologies.

    SKIPPER NDT is a French startup founded in 2015, specializing in the automation of pipeline maintenance through advanced magnetic inspection technologies.

    Founded 2016Paris, France$700Klast round Jun 2019
  40. 40Fusion EngineeringFusion Engineering is a technology company founded in 2017 by TU Delft alumni Robert Crone and Mara Bos.

    Fusion Engineering is a technology company founded in 2017 by TU Delft alumni Robert Crone and Mara Bos.

    Founded 2017Delft, Netherlands$500Klast round Nov 2022
  41. 41TornyolTornyol is a hard-tech startup founded in 2025 by Alex Toussaint and Clovis Piedallu, graduates of CentraleSupélec.

    Tornyol is a hard-tech startup founded in 2025 by Alex Toussaint and Clovis Piedallu, graduates of CentraleSupélec.

    Founded 2025Gif-sur-Yvette, France$500Klast round Dec 2025
  42. 42IvyspecIvyspec is a Robotics startup developing a drone designed to navigate and operate in confined or hard-to-access environments.

    Ivyspec is a Robotics startup developing a drone designed to navigate and operate in confined or hard-to-access environments.

    Founded -Saint-herblain, France$341Klast round Jun 2025
  43. 43AirspectionReliable Remote Inspections Done Safely.

    Reliable Remote Inspections Done Safely.

    Founded 2022Glasgow, United Kingdom$331Klast round Apr 2026
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15 November 2026updated nightly
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