We are the venture building and strategic investment arm of the Signal Group, a leading provider of technology, data and commercial solutions to the shipping industry.
Our Mission
Innovation at scale in shipping and logistics can only be achieved through expansive collaborations and by leveraging synergies in data and technology. We are building an ecosystem of entrepreneurs and startups that have data, technology, skills and experience complementary to ours. Together, we build transformative new products and enhance existing ones.
Our Model
We engage with innovative startups and driven entrepreneurs that want to build and scale their products in maritime technology. Our focus is SaaS, advanced analytics, optimisation and artificial intelligence. Every partnership is unique and how we work with companies is flexible: Signal Ventures' goal is to accelerate startups at every stage of their development.
- Incubations of new startups at our venture studio, with our Entrepreneur-in-Residence programme
- Strategic equity investments to early stage startups with a clear fit in our ecosystem
- Data and technology partnerships to expand our ecosystem’s product offerings
Our Value Proposition
We supercharge your ideas providing the resources, network and investment needed to take you global.
- APIs: Kick-start your startup with few lines of code to access unique data processing capabilities, vessel port calls, emissions, port and weather related information and more
- Venture Capital: We commit multi-year capital that will take you to MVP and beyond, as well as lead future VC rounds to ensure your startup scales. We offer flexible terms that fit each situation
- Team Building: We help you find talented co-founders and build strong product development, data science and technology teams through our extensive recruiting pipeline
- Hands-on support: Focus on your product while we take care of finance, accounting, legal and recruiting. Receive support in all key aspects of building a successful venture including strategy, product development and marketing
- Ecosystem: Be part of our ecosystem of startups to exploit synergies and economies of scale. Receive mentoring from our long experience in shipping, trading and deep tech
- Global Network: Leverage our international network of maritime and trade stakeholders, venture capitalists and investors