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German drone maker Quantum Systems preparing for IPO, Manager Magazin reports

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review

Posted on February 19, 2026

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· Last updated: April 3, 2026

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German drone maker Quantum Systems preparing for IPO, Manager Magazin reports

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BERLIN, Feb 19 (Reuters) - German drone maker Quantum Systems is preparing for an initial public offering and a listing could take place by early 2027, Manager Magazin reported on Thursday, citing

German Drone Firm Quantum Systems Plans IPO as Early as 2027

IPO Plans and Timeline

BERLIN, Feb 19 (Reuters) - German drone maker Quantum Systems is preparing for an initial public offering and a listing could take place by early 2027, Manager Magazin reported on Thursday, citing unnamed sources.

Mandate to Morgan Stanley

Financing Round Details

Separately, management has mandated Morgan Stanley to run a fresh financing round worth 400 million to 600 million euros ($470-710 million), the business publication said.

Company Response

A Quantum spokesperson declined to comment on the report, adding that the company generally does not comment on financing rounds and "related speculation".

Exchange Rate Note

($1 = 0.8480 euros)

Reporting and Editing Credits

(Reporting by Thomas Seythal and Hakan Ersen, editing by Ludwig Burger)

Key Takeaways

Manager Magazin reports Quantum Systems is preparing an IPO, with a listing possible by early 2027.
Management has reportedly mandated Morgan Stanley to lead a €400–€600m financing round.
A company spokesperson declined to comment, citing a policy against commenting on financing speculation.
The move highlights momentum in Europe’s defense-tech and IPO markets.
Article notes a reference exchange rate of $1 = €0.8480.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?

A report that German drone maker Quantum Systems is preparing for an IPO, potentially by early 2027, with Morgan Stanley mandated to lead a large financing round. The company declined to comment.

How large is the reported financing and who leads it?

The fresh round is reportedly between €400–€600 million and is being led by Morgan Stanley, according to Manager Magazin as cited by Reuters.

When could the IPO happen and what could influence timing?

A listing could take place by early 2027. Timing will likely depend on market conditions, investor demand, regulatory steps, and the outcome of the pending financing round.

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