Introducing Europe's Newest Defence Tech Unicorns: Quantum Systems and Tekever

Published: 06 May 2025
Quantum Systems and Tekever surge into the spotlight as Europe's latest additions to the defence tech unicorn club.

In an intriguing turn of events, two new entrants, Quantum Systems and Tekever, have joined Europe’s illustrious defence tech unicorn club. A unicorn status, commonly known in the business world, refers to private companies scaling to over $1 billion in market value. These new additions signal not just individual success stories but reinforce a broader narrative of burgeoning growth within Europe’s defence tech sector.

Based in Germany, Quantum Systems designs and manufactures drones that map and explore surroundings in previously inaccessible areas. Their accomplishment in achieving unicorn status reaffirms their commitment to pushing the boundaries of technological innovation and leadership.

Similarly, Portugal-based Tekever has hit its stride in the defence tech world with their drone technology. Their cutting-edge innovations and robust business model have propelled them into the limelight as a unicorn, spotlighting Portugal’s rapidly evolving tech ecosystem.