Helsing to Acquire Grob Aircraft SE to Advance Aerospace and Defence Capabilities
- On June 4, 2025, Helsing announced its acquisition of Grob Aircraft, both companies based in Bavaria, Germany.
- Helsing, founded in 2021 as an AI-driven defense startup, seeks to enhance its capabilities by adding Grob's established light aircraft manufacturing.
- Grob Aircraft produces military trainers like the G120TP and reconnaissance platforms, while Helsing develops advanced drones and autonomous systems.
- Helsing raised over €600 million with investors including Spotify founder Daniel Ek, and managing partner Andre Hiebeler said Helsing's vision is a perfect fit.
- The acquisition, subject to regulatory approval and undisclosed terms, aims to foster innovation and job creation in Bavaria, strengthening European defense technology.
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A Kamikaze drone and an underwater system are already part of the program. Now the AI company Helsing buys a manufacturer of hardware.
A Kamikaze drone and an underwater system are already part of the program. Now the AI company Helsing buys a manufacturer of hardware.
Defense startup Helsing acquires Grob Aircraft
European defense company Helsing announced on June 4, 2025, that it has acquired Grob Aircraft, a manufacturer of light aircraft and training systems. Grob Aircraft is a well-established brand in the defense industry, with its training aircraft and related systems used by many air forces worldwide, while Helsing is a startup focused on software and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven defense solutions. Both companies are based in Bavaria, in so…
Helsing to acquire Grob Aircraft SE to advance aerospace and defence capabilities
Grob Aircraft, based in Tussenhausen, Bavaria, employs around 275 people and is recognised globally for its work in military and general aviation. The company’s lightweight composite aircraft technology will serve as an ideal platform for Helsing’s AI-driven defence systems. The acquisition builds on an existing collaboration between the two firms, including joint work on Helsing’s Cirra product — an onboard algorithm for real-time electronic wa…
A Kamikaze drone and an underwater system are already part of the program. Now the AI company Helsing buys a manufacturer of hardware.
The Munich-based AI company Helsing is acquiring the Allgäu-based aircraft manufacturer Grob Aircraft. Plans are already in place for the Mattsies site, and drones are also conceivable.
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