# Civil Maps

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/civil-maps

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.civilmaps.com
- Total disclosed funding: $6.2M
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 30, 2016)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

Civil Maps, based in the US, specializes in advanced mapping and localization solutions tailored for the autonomous vehicle sector, enhancing navigation precision in urban settings.Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, US, Civil Maps focuses on providing high-definition mapping services. The company was co-founded by Jason Creadore and Scott Harvey, with Stefan Safko serving as CEO. In June 2022, Civil Maps was acquired by Luminar Technologies, Inc., enabling integration of its 3D mapping technology into Luminar’s Sentinel platform. Civil Maps has successfully completed a total of 5 deals, raising USD 9.36 mn in funding, primarily through the most recent funding round which amounted to USD 9.36 mn, marking the total amount raised by the company.Civil Maps specializes in High Definition (HD) Mapping and Localization solutions, primarily targeting the autonomous vehicle industry. Their core offerings include the patented Fingerprint Base Map™, which facilitates real-time localization and navigation in dense urban environments. This innovative product enables operational precision with absolute accuracy ranging from 15 cm to 20 cm and relative accuracy from 1 cm to 5 cm. Civil Maps' technology is geared towards a diverse clientele, including manufacturers of autonomous vehicles and sidewalk robots. The HD Mapping solutions are deployed in major urban areas such as San Francisco, Berlin, and Tokyo, addressing unique navigational challenges presented by these densely populated cities. The company’s products serve both B2B and direct-to-consumer markets, focusing on enhancing the performance of autonomous systems through reliable and scalable mapping solutions.Civil Maps generates revenue through partnerships and subscriptions, offering its advanced navigational technologies to clients in the automotive and robotics sectors. Clients typically enter into agreements to integrate the Civil Maps AV Routing SDK and Fingerprint Base Map™ into their vehicles and systems, leveraging the company’s expertise in HD Mapping and localization for improved operational capabilities. The pricing structure is based around these subscription and licensing models, allowing clients to access the software services necessary for their autonomous systems. These transactions facilitate an ongoing relationship, wherein clients benefit from regular updates and support, ensuring that their navigation systems remain optimized for urban environments. The robust nature of these products and services positions Civil Maps as a key player in the expanding market for autonomous vehicle technology.Civil Maps aims to leverage its recent acquisition by Luminar Technologies, Inc. to enhance its offerings and expand its market reach. The integration of Civil Maps’ 3D mapping data into Luminar's Sentinel platform is expected to strengthen its product portfolio. The company is likely targeting additional urban markets for its HD Mapping solutions, with plans to enter new geographic regions as it scales. The funding raised will support these strategic initiatives as Civil Maps enhances its product lines and increases its market presence.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 30, 2016, $6.2M — Ford Motor Company, AME Cloud Ventures, Motus Ventures, Wicklow Capital, Stanford-StartX Fund

## Investors

- Ford Motor Company — Seed
- AME Cloud Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ame-cloud-ventures) — Seed
- Motus Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/motus-ventures) — Seed
- Wicklow Capital — Seed
- Stanford-StartX Fund — Seed