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BAE Systems

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BAE Systems is a global defence, aerospace and security company employing around 88,200 people worldwide.

Founded 1999 United Kingdom London, United Kingdom over-10k employees Cloud Infrastructure, Cyber Security +5

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Total Investments

8

Portfolio Companies

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Exits

7

Industries

General Information

Industries Cloud Infrastructure, Cyber Security +5

Company Overview

Founded 1999
Employees over-10k
Location United Kingdom London, United Kingdom
Website baesystems.com

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About BAE Systems

BAE Systems is a global defence, aerospace and security company employing around 88,200 people worldwide. Our wide-ranging products and services cover air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology, and support services. We serve the needs of our customers by delivering a wide range of advanced defence, aerospace and security solutions that provide a technological and performance edge. We work together with local partners to engineer, manufacture, and develop the innovations that sustain economies, increase defence sovereignty and safeguard commercial interests.

Recent Investments (9)

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Company Stage Amount Date
Not Funded/Unknown •••••• Jun 2026
Acquisition •••••• Sep 2024
Late Vc •••••• Feb 2022
Debt Financing •••••• Dec 2021
Series B •••••• Mar 2021
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Series B •••••• Apr 2018
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Early VC •••••• Nov 2015
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Series B •••••• Aug 2003
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Series A •••••• Jan 2001

Latest News

BAE Systems launches €50M push to help European defence startups scale

Jun 16, 2026

UK defence prime BAE Systems invests €50m in VCs Lakestar, Expeditions

Jun 16, 2026

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