Quantum Systems completed acquisition of Spleenlab GmbH, a German AI company specializing in autonomous perception systems. The transaction integrates Spleenlab’s VISIONAIRY AI suite and edge-perception technology into Quantum Systems’ product ecosystem for air, land, and maritime unmanned platforms.
The acquisition expands Quantum Systems’ software and AI capabilities as the company pursues integration of hardware, software, and artificial intelligence into unified autonomous systems.
Technology Integration
Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Saalburg-Ebersdorf and Jena, Germany, Spleenlab develops machine-learning software for robust perception, GPS-denied navigation, multi-object detection, and coordinated multi-platform autonomy. Spleenlab’s technology has been operational on Quantum Systems platforms through collaborative research projects for the German Ministry of Defence and various governmental authorities and armed forces.
“The future is unmanned. And it’s built through the integration of world-class hardware with world-class software. With the acquisition of Spleenlab, we are expanding our technological capabilities and fulfilling our promise,” said Florian Seibel, Co-CEO and Co-founder of Quantum Systems. “Spleenlab’s AI-expertise has shaped and improved our battle-proven platforms for years and we are excited to see this partnership evolving by Spleenlab joining the Quantum Systems family. Together we will continue to revolutionize AI autonomy that works in the most demanding operational environments.”
Operational Expansion
Quantum Systems will integrate Spleenlab’s team into its AI center of excellence, tripling the company’s software and AI team. The acquisition includes 100% of existing Spleenlab employees and maintains operations in Thuringia with strategic presence in Jena.
“Spleenlab was founded to make unmanned autonomy truly possible,” said Spleenlab Co-CEO Dr. Stefan Milz. “After years of successful collaboration, joining forces with Quantum Systems lets us take proven AI capabilities and deploy them at scale on platforms that operate in real-world missions.”
Co-CEO Tobias Rüdiger added: “We share a commitment to engineering excellence and to delivering AI that is auditable, robust and mission-ready.”
Existing collaborative programs and services for the unmanned ecosystem will continue, with combined teams accelerating transfer of research into operational capability for customers and allied programs. The acquisition positions Quantum Systems as a comprehensive provider of unmanned, AI-supported solutions across multiple domains.
About Quantum Systems
Quantum Systems is the European leader in the development of unmanned systems. The company supplies mission-grade ISR, autonomy and integrated mission solutions to military, government and commercial customers. Quantum Systems’ products combine proven hardware, AI and interoperable software to deliver persistent, reliable aerial intelligence where it matters most.
About Spleenlab
Spleenlab GmbH builds next-generation AI that enables robots to perceive and understand the world, paving the way to full autonomy. The company focuses on safety-driven perception, GPS-denied navigation, multi-object detection and multi-platform coordination across aerial, land and maritime systems. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Saalburg-Ebersdorf with an office in Jena, Spleenlab collaborates with leading research institutions and industry partners across Europe.
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