INLEAP Photonics Raises €20M in Seed Funding

The Hanover spin-out is moving its fixed and mobile counter-drone laser systems towards series production for defence and critical infrastructure customers.

Round size
€20M
Stage
Seed
Headquarters
Germany
Announced
Sep 1, 2026

Precision laser systems

FASTLIGHT SHIELD uses high-speed beam steering to target weak points on drones. FASTLIGHT HELD combines a laser effector with an unmanned ground vehicle for mobile counter-drone operations.

Military and civilian deployments

The company works with Germany’s defence ministry and the Bundeswehr Cyber Innovation Hub and has partnered with STARK Defence. The products address military installations as well as civilian sites such as airports and energy facilities.

Where the funding goes

  • Standardise manufacturing, assembly and testing.
  • Develop core laser technology, quality assurance and certifications.
  • Expand sales and service in Germany and Europe.

Sources

  1. INLEAP Photonics: funding announcement
  2. ES&T: seed financing and product reporting
  3. Tech.eu discovery record
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