Harbor Lab
Series A in 2024
Harbor Lab is a technology company that specializes in providing software solutions for the maritime industry. Its primary product is a cloud-based platform designed to optimize port operations and disbursement processes. This platform aims to enhance operational efficiency by streamlining disbursement account analysis for ship owners, management companies, and charterers.
Orca AI, founded in 2018 by a team of Navy veterans, is a maritime technology startup based in the United States. The company offers a comprehensive software solution that leverages artificial intelligence and computer vision to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability for shipping companies. Its platform detects, analyzes, and alerts users to dangerous scenarios in waterways and deep waters, significantly reducing the risk of collisions and human error. By October 2024, Orca AI had secured bookings for 900 vessels, with 550 installations completed across various segments of the shipping industry. The platform is utilized by major industry players, including MSC, Seaspan, and NYK. With a workforce of 80 employees, Orca AI operates offices in London, Athens, Singapore, and Tel Aviv, and has raised a total of $38 million in funding over two rounds from venture capitalists in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Israel.
Harbor Lab
Seed Round in 2022
Harbor Lab is a technology company that specializes in providing software solutions for the maritime industry. Its primary product is a cloud-based platform designed to optimize port operations and disbursement processes. This platform aims to enhance operational efficiency by streamlining disbursement account analysis for ship owners, management companies, and charterers.
Hoopo is a company specializing in geolocation solutions for low-power, wide-area networks. Its technology facilitates the tracking and monitoring of logistics operations by providing real-time data and analytics. This enables businesses to efficiently manage their logistics and assets both indoors and outdoors, thanks to the capability of transmitting messages and data over long distances. Hoopo's systems are designed to be cost-effective, maintaining affordable ownership and power efficiency while enhancing the overall management of logistics operations.
WaveBL is a digital platform that employs proprietary blockchain technology to facilitate the electronic transfer of trade documents, specifically electronic Bills of Lading. The platform allows for instant, encrypted, and authenticated transmission of these documents, ensuring compliance with established global processes and regulations. Designed to serve various stakeholders in the trade ecosystem—such as shipping companies, agents, brokers, and banks—WaveBL enhances communication by providing a decentralized and secure network for remote interactions. The company has established strong partnerships with leading players in global trade, aiming to accelerate the digital transformation and adoption of electronic documentation within the industry.
DockTech
Pre Seed Round in 2019
DockTech is a technology company that specializes in water depth monitoring to enhance maritime operations. It offers a cloud and AI-based dredging monitoring system that provides real-time information on waterway conditions, allowing for better cargo optimization and increased utilization on ships. By delivering depth assurance, DockTech aims to improve navigation safety and reduce seabed maintenance costs. The company's solutions utilize predictive analytics and dynamic data to facilitate efficient resource allocation at ports, ultimately enhancing the overall efficiency of the maritime supply chain.
Orca AI
Seed Round in 2019
Orca AI, founded in 2018 by a team of Navy veterans, is a maritime technology startup based in the United States. The company offers a comprehensive software solution that leverages artificial intelligence and computer vision to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability for shipping companies. Its platform detects, analyzes, and alerts users to dangerous scenarios in waterways and deep waters, significantly reducing the risk of collisions and human error. By October 2024, Orca AI had secured bookings for 900 vessels, with 550 installations completed across various segments of the shipping industry. The platform is utilized by major industry players, including MSC, Seaspan, and NYK. With a workforce of 80 employees, Orca AI operates offices in London, Athens, Singapore, and Tel Aviv, and has raised a total of $38 million in funding over two rounds from venture capitalists in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Israel.