# Kepler Communications

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/kepler-communications

- Industry: Aerospace
- Headquarters: Toronto, Canada
- Website: www.kepler.space
- Total disclosed funding: $173M
- Latest round: Series C (Apr 13, 2023)
- Investors on record: 13

## About

Kepler Communications Inc., based in Canada, specializes in satellite communication solutions, enhancing data connectivity across diverse sectors for improved operational efficiency and data accessibility.Founded in 2015, Kepler Communications Inc. is a Toronto-based company that focuses on satellite communication services. The company was established by Mark Michael, Mina Mitry, Samer Bishay, and Wen Chong, with Mina Mitry serving as the CEO. Kepler has successfully completed a total of 6 funding deals, with the most recent occurring on April 13, 2023. During this Series C funding round, Kepler raised USD 92.00 mn, led by IA Ventures and supported by investors including BDC Capital, Canaan Partners, Costanoa Ventures, and Tribe Capital.Kepler Space provides advanced satellite communication solutions aimed at enhancing data connectivity across various sectors. Their primary offerings include a robust satellite network that supports high-speed internet access, data transmission, and real-time analytics. These products are designed to bridge connectivity gaps in remote and underserved regions, serving industries such as agriculture, maritime, and emergency services. Kepler's customer base spans North America, Europe, and select regions in Asia, targeting enterprises and government agencies that require reliable communication solutions in challenging environments.Kepler Space generates revenue primarily through subscription-based models and service contracts with clients across diverse sectors. The company engages in direct-to-consumer transactions and B2B partnerships, facilitating access to their satellite services via tiered pricing plans tailored to specific usage needs. Clients can subscribe to different service levels based on data requirements, with pricing structures reflecting the volume of data used and the scale of deployment. Long-term agreements help ensure sustained revenue streams while delivering essential connectivity solutions.In April 2023, Kepler Communications Inc. raised USD 92.00 mn in Series C funding, which will be utilized to launch several new satellites and develop optical data relay infrastructure. The company plans to expand into new markets, focusing on increasing its presence in under-served regions by deploying advanced communication capabilities. Kepler aims to enhance its product offerings to better meet client needs, further solidifying its position in the satellite communication sector.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Apr 13, 2023, $92M — Canaan Partners, BDC Capital, IA Ventures, Costanoa Ventures, Tribe Capital
- Series B, Jun 9, 2021, $60M — Canaan Partners, IA Ventures, Costanoa Ventures, Tribe Capital
- Series A, Oct 15, 2018, $16M — IA Ventures, Costanoa Ventures, Deutsche Bahn Digital Ventures GmbH
- Seed, Aug 9, 2016, $5M — BDC Capital, IA Ventures, Zelkova Ventures, Techstars, Plug and Play, SK Ventures, Globalive Capital, V1.VC, Liquid 2 Ventures

## Investors

- BDC Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/bdc-capital) — Seed, Series C
- IA Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ia-ventures) — Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C
- Zelkova Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/zelkova-ventures) — Seed
- Techstars (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/techstars) — Seed
- Plug and Play (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/plug-and-play) — Seed
- SK Ventures — Seed
- Globalive Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/globalive-capital) — Seed
- V1.VC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/v1-vc) — Seed
- Liquid 2 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/liquid-2-ventures) — Seed
- Costanoa Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/costanoa-ventures) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Deutsche Bahn Digital Ventures GmbH (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/deutsche-bahn-digital-ventures-gmbh) — Series A
- Canaan Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/canaan-partners) — Series B, Series C
- Tribe Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tribe-capital) — Series B, Series C