Starburst Ventures is a Paris-based venture capital firm focused on investing in aerospace, defense, and security startups. The firm operates globally, with a particular emphasis on early-stage investments including pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds. Starburst combines venture capital activities with accelerator programs and consulting services to support innovation in the aerospace and defense sectors.
Notable portfolio companies include Momentus, a space transportation company, and WhiteFox Defense Technologies, specializing in drone security solutions. Starburst's unique value proposition lies in its industry-specific expertise and its ability to connect startups with corporates, investors, and government entities. The firm offers mentorship from industry leaders and subject matter experts, helping portfolio companies refine their strategies and accelerate market entry.
Starburst Ventures - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Total Investments36
Current Portfolio Count33
Total Portfolio Exits0
Top Investment Stages
Series Unknown18 (51.4%)
Seed11 (31.4%)
Pre-Seed4 (11.4%)
Debt Financing1 (2.9%)
Series A1 (2.9%)
Stage Mix
Series Unknown 51%Seed 31%Pre-Seed 11%Debt Financing 3%Series A 3%
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.
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Starburst Ventures - Classification
- NAICS
- 520000Finance and Insurance
- 523000Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
- 523900Other Financial Investment Activities
- 523990All Other Financial Investment Activities
- 523999Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities
- SIC
- 6700Holding And Other Investment Offices
- 6790Miscellaneous Investing
- 6799Investors, Not Elsewhere Classified
Show 8 more industry codes
- NAICS
- 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- 525000Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
- 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- 523910Miscellaneous Intermediation
- SIC
- 6000Depository Institutions
- 7300Business Services
- 6720Investment Offices
- 6722Management Investment Offices, Open-end