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Top Aerospace Startups in Vaud 2026
Last updated · 13 companies · compiled from public data sources
Vaud hosts thirteen aerospace startups spanning propulsion, satellite systems, in-orbit services, and supporting technologies. The region concentrates ESA BIC alumni and current participants, with leading ventures like Neural Concept and PAVE Space commanding substantial venture funding rounds.
Companies range from established players like Neural Concept (USD 100M Series C) to emerging firms developing hydrogen fuel cells, composite materials, and space debris removal. Funding sources include major venture firms, ESA programs, and European Union contributions, reflecting Vaud's role as a hub for space technology commercialization.
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Neural Concept
Lausanne · €254.1M disclosed funding
Neural Concept offers AI-powered simulation and design software for engineers across automotive, drone, and renewable energy sectors. The company closed a USD 100M Series C led by Goldman Sachs Alternatives in December 2025, building on prior USD 27M Series B funding.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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PAVE Space
Villeneuve · founded 2024 · €160M disclosed funding
Founded in 2024, PAVE Space provides in-space logistics and propulsion systems for orbital operations. The Villeneuve-based startup secured USD 40M in seed funding led by Visionaries Club and Creandum, with backing from Lombard Odier Investment Managers and Atlantic Lab.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Involi
Lausanne · €2.2M disclosed funding
Involi develops real-time air traffic surveillance and receiver networks for drone operations and airspace management, with a focus on medical air mobility applications. The company is an ESA BIC alumnus and has received European Horizon project funding for its U-EXPAND initiative.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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EH Group Engineering
Nyon · founded 2017 · €43.6M disclosed funding
EH Group Engineering, founded in 2017, manufactures compact hydrogen fuel cell stacks for marine, aviation, and power applications. The Nyon firm raised USD 16.8M in Series A funding led by Safran Group and HyAccelerator.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Ligentec
Ecublens · founded 2016 · €530k disclosed funding
Ligentec manufactures photonic integrated circuits for LiDAR, datacom, quantum computing, and space communications. Founded in 2016, the Ecublens company recently expanded its X-FAB collaboration and joined the Swiss Quantum Hub.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Coactum
Bex · €2.4M disclosed funding
Coactum develops satellite positioning and movement solutions for Earth orbit operations, enabling access to high orbits and beyond. The company has received funding support through ESA Boost and ESA BIC Switzerland programs.
Sources: 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. Founded in 2018, the company raised EUR 26M in Series A from OTB Ventures and Swisscom Ventures, and secured EUR 2.75M from the UK Space Agency for the CLEAR mission.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects, ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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CompPair Technologies
Lausanne · founded 2020 · €1.3M disclosed funding
CompPair Technologies develops self-healing composite materials and repair technology for aerospace and mobility applications. The Lausanne firm raised EUR 1.3M in Series A funding in 2021 and secured additional funding in February 2026 to accelerate market deployment.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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EM Path
Renens · €700k disclosed funding
EM Path offers RF testing solutions for antenna and phased array characterization without requiring anechoic chambers. The Renens startup, currently in ESA BIC, raised CHF 150k through Venture Kick in June 2024.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Cfs Engineering
Lausanne · €2M disclosed funding
CFS Engineering provides computational fluids and structures engineering services for aerospace applications. The firm has received multiple European Union grants totaling over EUR 1.5M across H2020 projects including AGILE 4.0, AFC4TR, RETALT, and SMS.
Sources: EU CORDIS research projects
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Flybotix
Switzerland · founded 2019 · €82 disclosed funding
Flybotix manufactures inspection drones for confined spaces with extended flight times and AI analytics. Founded in 2019, the company secured close to USD 10M in Series A extension funding in September 2025 led by a technology-focused family office.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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CYSEC
Lausanne · €32 disclosed funding
CYSEC provides cybersecurity solutions for satellite systems and confidential computing. The Lausanne firm received a French Space Agency contract in December 2025 and completed network qualification for the ARCA SATCOM solution.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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Rigi Technologies
Lausanne · €9 disclosed funding
Rigi Technologies offers VTOL drone delivery systems with cloud-based logistics management, targeting hospitals, warehouses, and businesses. The Lausanne company is an ESA BIC alumnus and partnered with Impianti in March 2025 to deploy autonomous drone logistics solutions.
Sources: ESA Space Solutions / ESA BIC
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