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STARK Defence (STARK)

European defence-tech company delivering software-driven unmanned systems

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Headquarters: Berlin, Germany
Founded year: 2024
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 200–500
Industry: Aerospace & Defense

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Latest news about STARK Defence (STARK)

In short: STARK secured €500 million in funding and signed a major framework agreement to supply Virtus loitering munitions to the Bundeswehr.

Company announcements

September 4 STARK

STARK acquires Raydiant RF to expand electronic warfare capabilities

The Berlin-based start-up brings radio frequency expertise that will integrate with STARK’s unmanned platforms and mission software.

June 25 STARK

STARK raised €500 million for European defence

The funding will support R&D, electronic warfare, manufacturing, and talent, reinforcing Europe's industrial base.

April 29 STARK

STARK performs drone swarms in Bundeswehr exercise

STARK participated with Virtus loitering munition and Minerva software, integrating with Quantum Systems' drone for recce-strike operations. Tests demonstrate reliable performance toward 2027 scalability.

April 23 STARK

STARK announces strategic partnership with INLEAP Photonics

They integrate INLEAP's FASTLIGHT SHIELD laser into STARK's unmanned systems for C-UAS, accelerating market deployment for military and infrastructure.

Media coverage

September 3 Defence Network

STARK acquires Raydiant RF: Expansion of competencies in Electronic Warfare

The defense company STARK has acquired the Berlin-based startup Raydiant RF. With this strategic step, it is building...

June 23 Yahoo News UK

German drone maker Stark raises 500 mn euros

German strike drone make Stark Defence said Tuesday it had raised 500 million euros ($570 million) in a fundraising round, as ...

June 8 Aviation Week

Stark Unveils Loitering Munition, Strike Quadcopter

The Cascade loitering munition has a range up to 100 km (62 mi.), with shorter range configurations of 40 km and 60 km also options...

May 1 BusinessMirror

Ukraine war exposes potential cracks in Europe’s hottest defense startup

The defense company Helsing was created for this moment. Three German entrepreneurs formed the business in 2021 with the belief that modern warfare demanded modern...

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