Valkyr Defense Systems
Develops HILDR, an autonomous close-range system that detects, tracks and neutralises drones at 0 to 30 metres.
M-SHORAD air-defence system on Germany's Baltic coast. Photo: U.S. Army photo by Maj. Robert Fellingham, Public domain (PD-USGov-Military-Army).
Round details
Seed, SEK 4M, Jun 2026.
Why it matters
Swedish-made modular last-line drone defence; plans a further round after closing its first before summer 2026.
Some figures rest on a single report. Treat them as indicative.Last checked 21 October 2026
Valkyr Defense Systems: key questions
What does Valkyr Defense Systems do?
Develops HILDR, an autonomous close-range system that detects, tracks and neutralises drones at 0 to 30 metres.
Where is Valkyr Defense Systems based?
Valkyr Defense Systems is headquartered in Malmö, Sweden. It was founded in 2025.
How much funding has Valkyr Defense Systems raised?
Total funding is ~$0.4M, based on announced and reported rounds. Latest round: Seed, SEK 4M, Jun 2026.
Who are Valkyr Defense Systems's investors?
Notable investors include I Love Lund, Keystones.
Sources
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