Companies in Drones
There are 6,508 companies in Drones which include DJI, Quantum Systems, Newspace Research and Technologies, Parrot, Anduril. 1,499 companies in Drones are funded, with 580 having secured Series A funding. Till date, the sector has seen the creation of 10 Unicorns. United States has the most number of companies in Drones (1,666), followed by India
(989), and then China (447).
2026 has seen the creation of 99 Drones companies. On average, the last 10 years have seen 283 new companies launched every year. Most number of Drones startups have been founded by alumni from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University and Harvard University.
Here is a List of top companies in Drones
1. DJI
Manufacturer of camera drones handheld stabilizers and intelligent agricultural equipment. Products include aerial photography platforms, gimbal systems for video production, and automated machinery for crop management. The business provides hardware for transportation, delivery, and professional filmmaking. Support services include maintenance programs and technical assistance for hardware operation.
Key facts about DJI
AI-powered aerial intelligence and reconnaissance systems. It develops autonomous drone platforms and supporting software that enable real-time aerial intelligence, high-precision mapping, and situational awareness in complex operational environments. It focuses on integrating hardware and AI-based analytics to deliver actionable insights for military and security forces, including battlefield reconnaissance, border monitoring, and tactical decision support. Its systems are designed for rapid deployment, autonomous operation, and interoperability within modern defense ecosystems.
Key facts about Quantum Systems
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: Gilching (Germany)
- Stage: Series D
- Total Funding till date: $1.82B
- Investors: Balderton Capital, Notion Capital and 38 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series D, Jul 02, 2026, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 79/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 1,446 Competitors
Manufacturer of uncrewed aerial systems for military and civilian applications. These systems include hybrid multi-rotor aircraft, tethered electric platforms, and loitering munitions. The technology incorporates intelligent mesh networks and autonomous ground interdiction capabilities. These platforms support parallel task execution and dynamic retasking for various operational requirements.
Key facts about Newspace Research and Technologies
- Founded Year: 2018
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $73.2M
- Investors: Hda Tech Growth, QRG Investments and Holdings and 100 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Aug 01, 2024, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 77/100 What is this?
4. Parrot
Manufacturer of unmanned aerial vehicles and related software and solutions. It provides drones for professional use. The company develops software for flight control and data processing. It also offers solutions for specific industry applications. The company supports developers with software development kits. It provides support, news, and partnership opportunities.
Key facts about Parrot
- Founded Year: 1994
- Location: Paris (France)
- Stage: Public
- Investors: Europa, IDG Capital and 4 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Grant (prize money), Nov 01, 2016, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 76/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 612 Competitors
5. Anduril
Provider of AI-driven defense and autonomous systems across air, land, sea, and space domains. It develops integrated platforms that enhance situational awareness, real-time decision-making, and operational effectiveness for defense and security applications. It delivers a range of autonomous systems and software-defined defense infrastructure, including surveillance systems, unmanned platforms, and command-and-control technologies designed to operate in complex and contested environments. Its solutions support modern military needs such as border security, force protection, and multi-domain mission coordination.
Key facts about Anduril
- Founded Year: 2017
- Location: Costa Mesa (United States)
- Stage: Series H
- Total Funding till date: $11.3B
- Investors: Founders Fund, Andreessen Horowitz and 88 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series H, May 13, 2026, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 76/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 3 of 839 Competitors
