Gilching-based Quantum Systems GmbH announced today the complete acquisition of AirRobot GmbH, to expand their product portfolio in drone technology and strengthen technological sovereignty for the Bundeswehr and European partners.
“This acquisition strengthens our position as an innovative provider of drone technologies for defense and security applications. We combine our competencies and simultaneously secure strategically important supply contracts for our national and international security partners,” said Sven Kruck, Co-CEO of Quantum Systems.
Founded in 2023, Quantum Systems is an aerial data intelligence company that provides multi-sensor data collection products to government agencies and commercial customers. Their electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) systems “boast industry-leading endurance, ease of operation, and reliability.”
With nearly a decade of experience in drones, robotics and imagery collection, Quantum Systems has a proven technology stack and a strong track record of building UAVs that provide mission-critical data to operators.
Quantum Systems, specialising in AI-driven fixed-wing drones and software, will expand its offerings to include copter drones through the acquisition of AirRobot. This is an important step in Quantum Systems’ strategy to expand its product portfolio in the Family of Systems as well as its software and AI expertise.
AirRobot will collaborate closely with Quantum Systems’ R&D team, which develops market-leading AI-driven reconnaissance drones. AirRobot will be integrated as a standalone entity within the Quantum Systems Group.
AirRobot is the main supplier for the Bundeswehr’s MIKADO II programme (2022-2032) and a Tier-1 supplier for Lockheed Martin in the TIQUILA programme (2023-2033) of the UK Ministry of Defense.
The acquisition of AirRobot ensures the continuity of development, production, and maintenance activities. Consequently, operations at the Arnsberg location will continue. The primary focus is on securing an uninterrupted supply to the Bundeswehr under the MIKADO programme.
“The combination of the strengths of both companies opens up completely new possibilities for us and creates strong synergies for the future of unmanned aviation,” says Robert Polok, Managing Director of AirRobot. “By uniting our technologies, expertise, and innovative power, we will develop even more powerful drone solutions at the highest level – Made in Germany.”
