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Auterion

Defence · Arlington, United States · Founded 2017

Auterion is a pioneering company in the drone technology sector, offering a comprehensive software platform designed to power and manage autonomous drone fleets. The company operates in the rapidly growing market of autonomous systems, providing solutions for various use cases, including mapping, delivery, and surveillance. Auterion's primary clients include drone manufacturers, enterprises, and developers who require advanced, scalable, and integrated drone management solutions. The core of Auterion's business model revolves around its open-source software platform, which includes several key products: AuterionOS, Auterion Suite, Auterion Mission Control, and Auterion Skynode X. These products collectively enable users to control and manage multiple drones through a single, intuitive interface. The platform supports real-time data visualization and processing, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of drone operations. Auterion makes money through a combination of software licensing, subscription services, and partnerships. By offering an open-source platform, the company attracts a broad base of contributors and users, which helps drive innovation and adoption. Additionally, Auterion collaborates with various partners to integrate advanced technologies like 5G and artificial intelligence (AI) into its solutions, further expanding its market reach and capabilities. The company is also a major contributor to the PX4 and Pixhawk open-source drone technologies, underscoring its commitment to fostering a collaborative ecosystem. This approach not only accelerates technological advancements but also ensures that Auterion remains at the forefront of the industry. In summary, Auterion is transforming the landscape of autonomous drone operations by providing a versatile, scalable, and user-friendly software platform. Its focus on open-source technology, real-time data processing, and strategic partnerships positions it as a leader in the autonomous systems market. Keywords: drone technology, autonomous systems, open-source, software platform, fleet management, real-time data, 5G, AI, PX4, Pixhawk.

Valuation $500M–1B
Revenue $100–500M
Headcount 100–500
Total funding $100–500M
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Investors

13 investors on Auterion's cap table

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Seed 6 investors entered at this stage
Lakestar
Mosaic Ventures
Costanoa Ventures
Tectonic Ventures
Defense Innovation Unit Experimental (DIUX)
UK Ministry of Defence
Series A 1 investor entered at this stage
Series B+ 6 investors entered at this stage
DIEHL
Eric Schmidt
Bessemer Venture Partners
US Department of Defense, Missile Defense Agency
Mosaic
Rheinmetall

Global footprint

Where Auterion has talent and traffic

Workforce by country
11 countries with
team presence
🇨🇭 Switzerland47.7%
🇺🇸 United States24.8%
🇩🇪 Germany15%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom7.8%
🇺🇦 Ukraine0.7%
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Web traffic by country
43K monthly visits
across markets
🇺🇸 United States12.8%
🇩🇪 Germany12.3%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom9.1%
🇨🇭 Switzerland6.5%
🇦🇺 Australia5.6%
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Talent graph

The shape of Auterion's talent

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190 employeestotal headcount
3 executives & foundersidentified by name
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Patent intelligence

$360k patent portfolio · 2 active families

Estimated portfolio value
$360k
0.06% of valuation · 68.2× smaller than top peer Gecko Robotics ($25M)
2 active patent families
Where Auterion innovates ActuatorCellular dataControl engineeringFlight controllerInertial measurement unit

Where Auterion concentrates vs peers

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Market sentiment

What the market is saying about Auterion

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