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Airbus Ventures

Menlo Park, California · Invests in US; Europe; Asia; Global · Website

SeedSeries APre-SeedSeries BB2B SaaSDeveloper ToolsClimate & EnergySpace & DefenseRoboticsHardware & DevicesAerospace & DefenseSemiconductors & HardwareClimate & Clean EnergyRobotics & AutomationLogistics & Supply Chain

Thesis

Back deeptech entrepreneurs with deep technical expertise, integrity-driven vision, and complex problem-solving capabilities working at intersections of space, autonomous mobility, advanced materials, quantum computing, and climate technology. Use aerospace systems lens to identify dual-use deep-science technologies with extraordinary technical leadership and first-principles engineering expertise capable of unlocking entirely new economies.

Likely not a fit for

Avoid shallow technologies or commodity businesses. No founders lacking vision or execution capability. Selective about markets without global scale potential. Pass on teams unwilling to partner with experienced investors or requiring only capital without domain expertise.

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Lead or follow
Leads or follows
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~2 weeks
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Advisor
Fund status
Actively deploying
Decision process
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Partners & team

5 contacts on file

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Thomas d'Halluin

General PartnerManaging Partner · Primary contact

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Nicole Conner

PartnerPartner

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Lewis Pinault

Platform & OpsChief Science Advisor

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Mathieu Costes

Platform & OpsOperating Partner

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Orli Herschmann

Head of Strategy and Communication

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Portfolio

AerospacelabAerospace Defense

Aerospacelab designs, manufactures, and operates end-to-end satellite systems, focusing on high-performance satellite payloads for various missions including environmental monitoring, telecommunications, and dual-use applications.

LeoLabsAerospace Defense

LeoLabs enables military space commands, civil government agencies, and commercial operators to confidently detect, track, characterize, and respond to threats in space. Our proliferated, multi-mission radar network, real-time orbital data catalog, and AI-powered analytics support secure, safe, and dynamic space operations.

IonQEnterprise Software

IonQ is a leader in quantum computing, developing trapped-ion quantum computers designed to solve complex problems across various industries, including chemistry, medicine, and finance.

Q-CTRLEnterprise Software

Pioneers in AI for quantum technology, providing solutions for quantum computing, navigation, and sensing.

TelexistenceRobotics Automation

Telexistence Inc. aims to be the systematic innovator of scale in robotics, developing humanoid robots powered by generative AI for the retail and logistics sectors.

Venus AerospaceAerospace Defense

Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion with its innovative technologies, including the Venus Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine (RDRE) and the Venus Detonation Ramjet (VDR), designed for high efficiency and scalability in space and defense applications.

Isar AerospaceAerospace Defense

Isar Aerospace is a launch service provider for small and medium-sized satellites, engineering a versatile launch vehicle called Spectrum to provide flexible, sustainable, and cost-effective access to space.

SpinLaunchAerospace Defense

SpinLaunch is building a first-of-its-kind LEO satellite communications constellation offering enterprises unmatched speed, reliability and flexibility.

Universal HydrogenAerospace Defense

Universal Hydrogen is a company focused on developing sustainable aircraft. The company aims to revolutionize aviation with advanced hydrogen technology.

BcompManufacturing Industrial

Bcomp specializes in sustainable lightweighting solutions aimed at decarbonizing the world through the use of natural fiber composites.

FourierEnterprise Software

Fourier AI leverages Generative AI and data analysis for impactful decision-making, focusing on uncovering meaningful signals.

Atlas AIEnterprise Software

Atlas AI is an AI platform that leverages geospatial data to provide insights for socio-demographic indicators, demand forecasting, and market opportunities, aiming to transform investment strategies for sustainable and equitable development.

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Airbus Ventures Research Overview Airbus Ventures is an independent, globally-focused venture capital firm investing in deep-tech entrepreneurs building the future of aerospace, space, and sustainable technologies. Based in Menlo Park, California, with offices across Europe and Asia (Tokyo), the firm combines early to growth-stage VC expertise with unique strategic alignment to Airbus' vast aerosp

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