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Top Aerospace Startups in Vaud 2026
Last updated · 13 companies · compiled from public data sources
Vaud is home to 13 aerospace startups spanning propulsion, satellite services, in-orbit operations, and advanced materials. The region's companies draw support from ESA BIC Switzerland, with most maintaining active involvement in European research networks and demonstrating strong recent funding momentum.
From AI-driven engineering platforms to hydrogen fuel cells and space robotics, the Vaud ecosystem addresses multiple segments of the aerospace value chain. Recent funding rounds and contracts with major agencies signal growing commercial validation across the sector.
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Neural Concept
Lausanne · €127M disclosed funding
Neural Concept provides an AI-powered engineering platform for product design and simulation used across aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors. The company raised $100M in Series C funding from Growth Equity at Goldman Sachs Alternatives in late 2025 and recently set a benchmark for aerodynamics simulation performance.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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PAVE Space
Villeneuve · founded 2024 · €40M disclosed funding
PAVE Space develops in-space logistics and propulsion systems that enable orbital operations and satellite deployment. Founded in 2024 and an ESA BIC current participant, the company raised $40M in seed funding in March 2026 and won the PERL 2026 Trophy.
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 stacks and systems for marine, aviation, and stationary power applications with aerospace relevance. The company secured Series A funding led by Safran Group and has received Approval In Principle from DNV for its 250kW fuel cell power module.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Involi
Lausanne · €385k disclosed funding
Involi operates a real-time air traffic surveillance platform and receiver network for drone operations and airspace management, particularly focused on medical air mobility. The company has received multiple European research grants and was selected as a finalist in the GENIUS NY business accelerator.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Clearspace
Renens · founded 2018 · €50k disclosed funding
Clearspace provides in-orbit servicing for satellite inspection, life extension, and debris removal missions. The ESA BIC alumnus company completed Phase 2 of its CLEAR mission and recently announced the PRELUDE in-orbit servicing and debris removal mission with the European Space Agency.
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. The company received ESA BIC Switzerland incubation support and focuses on in-space transportation for small satellites.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Cfs Engineering
Lausanne · €1.5M disclosed funding
CFS Engineering provides computational fluid dynamics and structures engineering services for aerospace design and optimization. The company participates in multiple European research projects including AGILE 4.0 and receives funding through Horizon and H2020 grants.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects
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Ligentec
Ecublens · founded 2016
Ligentec manufactures photonic integrated circuits for applications including LiDAR, datacom, quantum computing, and space communications. Founded in 2016, the company received funding in September 2024 from leading European tech investors and recently expanded collaboration with X-FAB on integrated photonics.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Flybotix
Switzerland · founded 2019 · €10 disclosed funding
Flybotix develops inspection drones for confined spaces with extended flight times and AI analytics, applicable to planetary missions and industrial inspections. The company raised $10M in a Series A extension round led by a family office in September 2025.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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CYSEC
Lausanne · €6 disclosed funding
CYSEC provides cybersecurity solutions for satellite systems and confidential computing applications on the ground and in space. The company received a contract from the French Space Agency in December 2025 and has attracted investment from Line Break Capital and other venture partners.
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, linking hospitals, warehouses, and businesses through long-range drone operations. The company's Eiger drone has completed beyond-visual-line-of-sight flights with Upstate Medical University and partnered with Volatus Aerospace.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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CompPair Technologies
Lausanne · founded 2020 · €1 disclosed funding
CompPair Technologies develops self-healing composite materials and repair technology for aerospace and mobility applications, enabling fast repairs on Earth and in space. The company secured new funding in February 2026 and is collaborating with Airbus Defence and Space on healable composites for next-generation satellites.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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EM Path
Renens
EM Path offers an RF testing solution for antenna and phased array characterization that eliminates the need for traditional anechoic chambers. Currently an ESA BIC participant, the company accelerates satellite antenna development with real-time testing capabilities.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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