Quantum Systems, a leader in unmanned systems, announced a €150 million financing package supported by the European Investment Bank (EIB) and leading European banks Commerzbank, Deutsche Bank, and KfW. The package aims to accelerate the company’s industrial scaling and technology development in Europe and was unveiled at a press conference in Gilching ahead of the Munich Security Conference.
The agreement, which includes a €70 million loan from the EIB, marks the bank’s second investment in Quantum Systems, following a €10 million commitment in June 2021. The financing underscores the growing recognition that Europe must fund critical security infrastructure domestically to ensure technological sovereignty and long-term stability. Adjustments to ESG frameworks have enabled European banks to support security-relevant innovation more effectively, highlighting the strategic importance of drones and aerial intelligence for European defense, infrastructure protection, and border security.
Quantum Systems intends to use the capital to invest in technology, industrial capacity, and organizational growth, reinforcing its commitment to European security, resilience, and long-term value creation.
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“This financing is a strong vote of confidence in our company, technology, and our vision. It enables us to scale responsibly while remaining firmly anchored in Europe. Security and technological sovereignty start with the ability to invest long-term in critical capabilities.”
Jonas Jarosch, CEO, Quantum Systems
“Drones and aerial intelligence are already indispensable for Europe’s security – from defending Ukraine to protecting critical infrastructure and borders. With this EUR 70 million financing, the EIB is backing a European technology champion in Germany and showing how public and private finance can scale up Europe’s defence capabilities and better protect our citizens.”
Nadia Calviño, President, European Investment Bank
“As a banking partner, we are delighted with the successful development of Quantum Systems, which we have been supporting since its early growth phase as its principal bank and also as its first lender.”
Michael Kotzbauer, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Managing Directors, Commerzbank AG
“This financing package sends a strong signal about Europe’s ability to develop and scale security relevant technologies with its own capital. At Deutsche Bank, we are committed to supporting companies like Quantum Systems as they expand critical capabilities responsibly – strengthening Europe’s industrial base and technological sovereignty for the long term.”
Michael Diederich, Global Co-Head of Corporate Banking, Deutsche Bank
“Through its Venture Tech Growth Financing program, KfW is backing Quantum Systems’ continued growth in Europe. By providing targeted growth capital – including equity via KfW Capital and debt – we are strengthening Europe’s technological resilience and contributing to security-relevant capabilities that are developed, financed, and anchored in Europe. This commitment is an essential building block for Europe’s sovereignty and its ability to act independently in a changing security environment.”
Melanie Kehr, Member of the Executive Board, KfW
