# Umbra Lab

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/umbra-lab

- Industry: Aerospace
- Headquarters: Santa Barbara, US
- Website: www.umbra.space
- Total disclosed funding: $12M
- Latest round: Seed (Apr 2, 2019)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

Umbra Lab Inc. is a U.S.-based company specializing in advanced remote sensing solutions, particularly through Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology, providing critical intelligence data for government and commercial sectors.Umbra Lab Inc. was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Santa Barbara, US. The company focuses on delivering advanced SAR data and remote sensing solutions. The firm has raised a total of USD 32.00 mn in funding, with the most recent round occurring on January 30, 2021. This round was led by Passport Capital, with participation from Crosscut Ventures Management, Hemisphere Ventures, PonValley, and Starbridge Venture Capital. David Langan, one of the founders along with Gabe Dominocielo, serves as the CEO. Prior to founding Umbra Lab Inc., there is no publicly available information regarding other companies founded by David Langan.Umbra Lab Inc. specializes in providing advanced remote sensing solutions through its vertically integrated space technology products. The company focuses on Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) data, which is essential for generating high-quality intelligence and actionable insights for both government and commercial clients. Umbra's core offerings include best-in-class SAR data collected at unprecedented volumes and area densities, customized solutions designed to address critical missions, and access to over 10,000 archival images available through partnerships with platforms like SkyFi. The primary end users of Umbra's services range from defense and intelligence agencies to commercial entities requiring reliable, real-time data for strategic decision-making. Umbra’s products are marketed primarily in North America and Europe, with ongoing efforts to expand their reach into the European market through collaborations, such as the recent partnership with Reflex Aerospace.Umbra Lab Inc.'s revenue model is primarily based on direct business-to-business transactions, encompassing subscriptions and long-term partnerships with governmental and commercial stakeholders. Revenue is generated through the sale of SAR data and custom remote sensing solutions, focusing on providing tailored intelligence technologies that support national security initiatives and urgent mission requirements. The transaction structure typically involves client contracts that outline specific service levels and deliverables, ensuring that customers receive continuous access to high-quality data and insights. Notably, the company’s flagship products, including its advanced SAR data offerings, are critical for clients tasked with critical decision-making and operational readiness. These transactions facilitate a robust revenue stream while fostering strategic relationships with key governmental and defense organizations.In January 2021, Umbra Lab Inc. raised USD 32.00 mn in venture funding led by Passport Capital. The funding will support spacecraft production and commercial launch efforts. Under the leadership of CEO David Langan, the company plans to develop new products and expand its market reach into Europe. Specific upcoming product launches have not yet been detailed, but efforts to enhance their service offerings are underway, targeting growth through improved SAR technology and expanded partnerships.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Apr 2, 2019, $10M — Crosscut Ventures Management, Champion Hill Labs, Hemisphere Ventures, Starbridge Venture Capital, Two Culture Capital
- Seed, Mar 23, 2018, $2.3M — Crosscut Ventures Management, Champion Hill Labs, Hemisphere Ventures, Starbridge Venture Capital

## Investors

- Crosscut Ventures Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/crosscut-ventures-management) — Seed
- Champion Hill Labs — Seed
- Hemisphere Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hemisphere-ventures) — Seed
- Starbridge Venture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/starbridge-venture-capital) — Seed
- Two Culture Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/two-culture-capital) — Seed