# Nautica Technologies

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/nautica-technologies

- Industry: Ship Building & Repair
- Headquarters: Zurich, Switzerland
- Website: www.nauticatechnologies.com
- Total disclosed funding: $4M
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 3, 2025)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Based in Zurich, Switzerland, Nautica Technologies AG develops advanced robotic solutions for maritime maintenance, enhancing vessel performance through innovative technologies.Nautica Technologies AG specializes in robotic solutions for maritime maintenance, having been founded in 2024 in Zurich, Switzerland. The company has completed one deal to date, with its latest funding round being a Seed round raised on July 3, 2025. This round secured USD 4.000 mn, led by b2venture with participation from Partners in Clime, Prequel Ventures, and Rethink Ventures. The company's founder has not been publicly disclosed, and there are no known subsidiaries or significant pivots in its business strategy.Nautica Technologies specializes in advanced robotic solutions for maritime maintenance, primarily through its flagship product, the HYDRA© robotic fleet. These autonomous robots operate beneath water surfaces without GPS or manual oversight, effectively preventing biofouling on ship hulls. Utilizing soft brushes, they clean hulls proactively, which helps vessels maintain peak performance and fuel efficiency while minimizing ecological impact. Their target clientele includes environmentally conscious shipping companies, ship owners, and charterers, especially in Europe, North America, and Asia, where the demand for sustainable maritime practices is on the rise. By merging Swiss engineering with artificial intelligence through their proprietary system, OceanMind©, Nautica Technologies addresses critical challenges in maritime operations, including fuel consumption and invasive species spread.Nautica Technologies generates revenue through direct business-to-business transactions with clients in the shipping industry, utilizing its innovative robotic maintenance solutions. The revenue model includes service agreements for the HYDRA© robotic fleet, enabling ongoing maintenance and operational efficiency for vessels. Clients benefit from subscription-based services or partnership arrangements, ensuring continuous access to the latest technology and support. Nautica's offerings focus on hull maintenance and biofouling prevention, with pricing structures tailored to individual client needs based on fleet size and service frequency, providing scalable solutions for both small and large maritime enterprises.In July 2025, Nautica Technologies AG raised USD 4.000 mn in Seed funding, led by b2venture, to accelerate the development of their robotic solutions and expand their team. The company plans to enhance its product offerings and broaden market operations to meet growing demand. As part of its growth strategy, Nautica aims to penetrate additional geographic markets, focusing particularly on regions where sustainable maritime practices are increasingly prioritized.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 3, 2025, $4M — b2venture, Prequel Ventures, Rethink Ventures, Partners in Clime

## Investors

- b2venture (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/b2venture) — Seed
- Prequel Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/prequel-ventures) — Seed
- Rethink Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/rethink-ventures) — Seed
- Partners in Clime (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/partners-in-clime) — Seed