GRUENDELPARTNER advises bm|t on exit: Quantum Systems acquires Spleenlab

Quantum-Systems GmbH, based in Munich, has acquired all the shares in Spleenlab GmbH.

Spleenlab, an AI specialist based in Thuringia, develops AI-based software solutions for, amongst other things, the navigation and decision-making of autonomous aircraft. With the integration of Spleenlab’s VISIONAIRY® AI, Quantum Systems is expanding its expertise in edge AI and real-time data processing.

Quantum Systems is a leading German manufacturer of civilian and military AI-enabled drone systems. Founded in 2015 and employing over 700 staff, the company’s clients include governments, civil authorities and businesses worldwide.

Beteiligungsmanagement Thüringen (bm|t), based in Erfurt, is a subsidiary of Thüringer Aufbaubank and currently manages twelve investment funds with a total volume of EUR 445 million; it invests in innovative and high-growth companies across all sectors and at all stages of development.

GRUENDELPARTNER provided legal advice to the lead investor, bm|t, in connection with the exit.

GRUENDELPARTNER’s M&A, Venture Capital and Private Equity practice group is one of the most experienced and best-staffed advisory units in Central Germany and supports investors and entrepreneurs at all stages of development, particularly in company formation, business development, corporate finance and all exit processes.