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Top Aerospace Startups in Vaud 2026

Last updated · 13 companies · compiled from public data sources

Vaud's aerospace startup ecosystem spans 13 companies across propulsion, satellites, in-orbit services, and ground infrastructure. The region hosts a mix of funded growth-stage ventures and early-stage innovators, with a strong ESA BIC alumni presence reflecting deep institutional support.

Recent funding activity includes major rounds for Neural Concept and PAVE Space, alongside steady European grant support. The companies collectively address space traffic management, satellite logistics, hydrogen energy, and drone operations—reflecting both traditional aerospace modernization and new space economy opportunities.

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    Neural Concept

    Lausanne · €127M disclosed funding

    Neural Concept develops AI-powered software for engineering design and simulation across industries from autonomous vehicles to drones. The company recently closed a $100M Series C led by Goldman Sachs Alternatives and has built a significant track record with prior Series B funding and EU project support.

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    Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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    PAVE Space

    Villeneuve · founded 2024 · €40M disclosed funding

    PAVE Space, founded in 2024, provides in-space logistics and propulsion systems for orbital operations. The startup raised $40M in seed funding from Visionaries Club and Creandum, and has recently been recognized with industry awards while advancing its partnership with ESA.

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    Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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    EH Group Engineering

    Nyon · founded 2017 · €21.8M disclosed funding

    EH Group Engineering manufactures hydrogen fuel cell systems for marine, aviation, and space applications, emphasizing compact and cost-effective designs. Founded in 2017, the company has secured over $21M in total funding and achieved regulatory approval milestones for its fuel cell modules.

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    Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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    Involi

    Lausanne · €147k disclosed funding

    Involi operates a real-time air traffic surveillance platform and receiver network for drone operations and airspace management, with a focus on medical air mobility applications. The company has received EU research funding and been selected as a finalist in major business accelerators.

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    Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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    Clearspace

    Renens · founded 2018 · €50k disclosed funding

    Clearspace performs in-orbit servicing for satellite inspection, life extension, and debris removal missions. Founded in 2018, the company has announced joint missions with ESA and recently completed major project phases, positioning itself as a leader in space sustainability services.

    ESA BIC alumnicomponentsin-orbit-servicesroboticssatellitesRead more

    Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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    Coactum

    Bex · €242k disclosed funding

    Coactum develops satellite positioning and movement solutions for Earth orbit operations, enabling access to high orbits and beyond through standalone small satellite platforms. The company has received ESA BIC incubation support to advance its in-space transportation technology.

    ESA BIC alumnicomponentsin-orbit-servicespropulsionsatellitesRead more

    Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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    Cfs Engineering

    Lausanne · €1.5M disclosed funding

    CFS Engineering provides computational fluids and structures engineering services for aerospace design and optimization. The company has participated in multiple EU research projects focused on advanced multidisciplinary optimization and aircraft performance innovation.

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    Sources: EU CORDIS research projects

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    Ligentec

    Ecublens · founded 2016

    Ligentec manufactures photonic integrated circuits for LiDAR, datacom, quantum computing, and space communications applications. Founded in 2016, the company has secured EU research funding and recently expanded collaboration with X-FAB to advance integrated photonics manufacturing.

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    Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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    Flybotix

    Switzerland · founded 2019 · €10 disclosed funding

    Flybotix builds inspection drones for confined spaces with extended flight times and AI-powered analytics, serving both industrial and planetary mission applications. The company raised $10M in a Series A extension round in 2025 from a family office and existing investors.

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    Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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    CYSEC

    Lausanne · €6 disclosed funding

    CYSEC develops cybersecurity solutions for satellite systems and confidential computing, addressing secure telecommunications and data handling for space infrastructure. The company has received seed funding and recently secured a contract with the French Space Agency.

    ESA BIC alumnicommunicationscomponentsground-segmentsatellitesRead more

    Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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    Rigi Technologies

    Lausanne · €4 disclosed funding

    Rigi Technologies operates a VTOL drone delivery system with cloud-based logistics management, connecting hospitals, warehouses, and businesses via long-range autonomous aircraft. The company has expanded partnerships with aerospace and medical organizations for beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations.

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    Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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    CompPair Technologies

    Lausanne · founded 2020 · €1 disclosed funding

    CompPair Technologies develops self-healing and sustainable composite materials for rapid repair in aerospace and mobility applications. Founded in 2020, the company has secured follow-on funding and recently partnered with Airbus Defence and Space on next-generation satellite composites.

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    Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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    EM Path

    Renens

    EM Path provides compact RF testing solutions for antenna and phased array characterization, eliminating the need for traditional anechoic chambers in satellite development. The company is currently in the ESA BIC program and has received venture funding support.

    ESA BIC incubateecomponentsground-segmentsatellitesRead more

    Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC

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Companies are ranked by a composite score of disclosed funding, programme participation (ESA BIC, EU research projects), cross-source presence, and data recency, all compiled from public sources. If your aerospace startup belongs on this list, tell us and we'll review it for the next update.

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