# NanGate

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/nangate

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Santa Clara, US
- Website: www.nangate.com
- Total disclosed funding: $25M
- Latest round: Series B (Jan 1, 2007)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

NanGate Inc. is a technology company focused on design and optimization of standard cell libraries, providing services as a third-party intellectual property vendor and collaborating with partners to enhance performance across various technology nodes.Founded in 2004, NanGate Inc. is headquartered in Santa Clara, US. The company specializes in the development of standard cell libraries and has executed a total of 4 deals, with the most recent deal occurring on March 5, 2018, when NanGate was acquired by Silvaco, Inc. for undisclosed terms. The company has undergone significant changes in business strategy with this acquisition.NanGate Inc. offers a range of services focused on standard cell library design and optimization. Their core products include full-featured standard cell libraries known for optimal density and routing performance. Additionally, they provide standard cell library development, performance add-on cells, and IP migration services, catering to a diverse clientele of leading Tier-1 companies and foundries, primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia.NanGate generates revenue through various transaction structures, including partnerships and direct B2B relationships, primarily focusing on library development services. Clients engage NanGate for tailored standard cell libraries or optimization projects, leading to revenue from sales of high-performance cells and IP migration services, with pricing plans customized to meet project-specific requirements.Looking ahead, NanGate aims to develop new product offerings to enhance its portfolio and expand its operations into new geographic markets, with a focus on regions in Asia by 2025. The recent acquisition funding will support these initiatives, allowing for increased investment in research and development for upcoming product launches and strategic market entry.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Jan 1, 2007, $15M — SEED Capital, NorthCap Partners, Heartcore Capital
- Series A, Apr 5, 2006, $10M — Internet Ventures Scandinavia, SEED Capital, Vaekstfonden

## Investors

- Internet Ventures Scandinavia — Series A
- SEED Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/seed-capital) — Series A, Series B
- Vaekstfonden (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/vaekstfonden) — Series A
- NorthCap Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/northcap-partners) — Series B
- Heartcore Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/heartcore-capital) — Series B