# Vertical Power

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/vertical-power

- Industry: Aerospace
- Headquarters: Everett, US
- Website: verticalpower.com
- Latest round: Series A (Jan 1, 2007)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Vertical Power designs and manufactures advanced electrical systems specifically for experimental and light-sport aircraft, enhancing safety and operational efficiency through innovative power management solutions.Founded in 2006 in Everett, US, Vertical Power specializes in electrical systems for aviation. The company has undergone a strategic focus on experimental aircraft, refining its offerings to meet the unique needs of builders and manufacturers. The founder's specific background is not detailed, and the firm raised an undisclosed amount in SERIES A financing in 2007 from Verge.Vertical Power specializes in advanced electrical systems tailored for experimental and light-sport aircraft. The company's core product offerings include the Primary Power System (PPS) and the VP-X, designed to simplify aircraft wiring while enhancing safety and reliability. The PPS provides a high-current primary power solution that eliminates the need for traditional electro-mechanical devices such as thermal breakers, fuses, and relays, which are prone to wear and tear. The VP-X system allows for flexible wiring configurations and integrates seamlessly with Electronic Flight Instrumentation Systems (EFIS), enabling users to monitor their electrical system's health in real time. Vertical Power's products are widely utilized by builders and owners of experimental aircraft across North America and Europe, serving a customer base that values ease of installation and flexibility in their electrical systems.Vertical Power generates revenue primarily through direct sales of its flagship products, the PPS and VP-X, to individual builders and aircraft manufacturers. Transactions typically occur in a B2B format, with OEMs incorporating Vertical Power systems into their aircraft designs, thereby enhancing their product offerings to customers. Pricing structures for these systems are established on a per-unit basis, allowing customers to purchase the products outright or as part of a larger electrical package for their aircraft. Vertical Power's integration with additional avionics systems also creates opportunities for partnerships with EFIS manufacturers, facilitating bundled offerings that enhance the overall value proposition.Vertical Power is focused on expanding its product line with plans for new innovations in electrical systems designed specifically for the latest generation of aircraft. The company aims to enter the European market more aggressively by 2025, targeting partnerships with local manufacturers to increase distribution. The funds raised in the SERIES A financing in 2007 will be utilized to support these initiatives by enhancing product development and expanding market outreach.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jan 1, 2007 — Verge

## Investors

- Verge (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/verge) — Series A