# Dendra Systems

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/dendra-systems

- Industry: Environmental Services
- Headquarters: Oxford, UK
- Website: www.dendra.io
- Total disclosed funding: $28M
- Latest round: Series B (Oct 30, 2023)
- Investors on record: 11

## About

Dendra Systems Limited specializes in environmental management solutions, leveraging advanced technologies for ecosystem monitoring and restoration. Their innovative platform integrates AI to provide critical insights for large-scale environmental projects.Dendra Systems Limited, founded in 2014 in Oxford, UK, focuses on developing solutions for monitoring and restoring ecosystems. The company has secured a total of GBP 12.170 mn in funding through its Series B round, led by Zouk Capital, alongside other investors including Airbus Ventures, Aramco Ventures, Helium-3 Ventures, and Understorey Ventures. The founders, Matthew Ritchie and Susan Graham, have a strong background in environmental technology, with Susan Graham currently serving as CEO.Dendra is at the forefront of environmental management solutions, primarily through its Dendra Platform, which utilizes ultra-high-resolution mapping and AI-driven insights to monitor, protect, and restore large-scale ecosystems. The platform integrates Optical Intelligence and ecology-trained artificial intelligence, enabling users to conduct detailed surveys and analyses across various terrains. Dendra's services facilitate the management of complex environmental projects, allowing stakeholders to identify species, monitor erosion, and track man-made objects with unprecedented precision. The platform serves a diverse client base, including consultants within the mining, oil and gas, and infrastructure sectors, as well as organizations focused on mangrove and arid land restoration projects. Dendra's products are marketed globally, with notable implementations in regions such as Abu Dhabi, emphasizing the restoration of coastal and terrestrial ecosystems.Dendra generates revenue through a structured transaction model primarily focused on B2B engagements. The company partners with various entities to implement its platform, offering services that may include subscriptions or one-time project fees based on the scale of ecosystem management tasks. Clients typically engage Dendra for comprehensive assessments and ongoing monitoring, resulting in tailored pricing reflecting the complexity of their specific requirements and the scope of restoration efforts. Flagship services, such as mangrove restoration and mine site rehabilitation, are integral to Dendra’s offerings, reflecting its commitment to ecological sustainability and innovation in environmental management practices.Dendra Systems Limited plans to leverage its recent funding, including GBP 12.170 mn from its Series B round, to enhance its platform and expand its services into new markets. The company is targeting growth in regions with a high demand for environmental management solutions, focusing on areas where ecosystem restoration is critical. Dendra intends to introduce new product features designed to improve monitoring capabilities, although specific release dates are not disclosed. Additionally, partnerships with new investor Understorey Ventures will help support these initiatives and ensure the scalability of their operations.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Oct 30, 2023, $15M — Zouk Capital, Aramco Ventures, Airbus Ventures, Helium-3 Ventures, Understorey Ventures
- Series A, May 1, 2020, $12M — Lionheart Industrial Group, Airbus Ventures, Future Positive Capital, SystemiQ, VentureSouq, Lowercarbon Capital, At One Ventures
- Seed, Apr 27, 2019 — Lionheart Industrial Group
- Seed, May 31, 2018, $1.3M — SystemiQ

## Investors

- SystemiQ (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/systemiq) — Seed, Series A
- Lionheart Industrial Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lionheart-industrial-group) — Seed, Series A
- Airbus Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/airbus-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- Future Positive Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/future-positive-capital) — Series A
- VentureSouq (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/venturesouq) — Series A
- Lowercarbon Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lowercarbon-capital) — Series A
- At One Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/at-one-ventures) — Series A
- Zouk Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/zouk-capital) — Series B
- Aramco Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/aramco-ventures) — Series B
- Helium-3 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/helium-3-ventures) — Series B
- Understorey Ventures — Series B