Orca AI raises $72.5 million

AI-based operational platform for ships Orca AI has raised $72.5 million in a Series B funding round led by Brighton Park Capital, with participation from Ankona Capital, and Hyperlink Ventures. To date, the company has raised $111 million.

Founded in 2018 by CEO Yarden Gross and CTO Dor Raviv, Orca AI uses AI and computer vision to improve safety and navigation in the shipping industry. With a marine visual dataset built from over 80 million nautical miles, the company provides real-time alerts and recommendations to help crews detect risks and reduce collision probability.

“At Orca AI, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible when AI supports human decision-making at sea. Over the past two years, ships have become increasingly connected to the cloud, enabling large-scale data collection and unlocking the potential of AI. Orca AI is leading this transformation, deploying advanced AI technologies that make vessels smarter, safer, and more automated. We are grateful to have forward-thinking investors who, like us, can see how the advancements in AI and connectivity are opening up new opportunities to enhance autonomous shipping, which will define the future of maritime operations.” – Yarden Gross, CEO and Co-Founder of Orca AI.

“By combining innovation and deep maritime industry expertise, Orca AI is setting a new standard for the shipping industry, driving remarkable advancements to dramatically improve nautical safety and operations, while charting the course towards autonomous shipping.”- Ezra Berman, Vice President at Brighton Park Capital.

“At Brighton Park, we are proud to support founder-led companies like Orca AI that harness frontier technology to address complex challenges and deliver real impact. We look forward to collaborating with the Orca AI team as they build a more resilient global supply chain.” – Sam Kentor, Partner at Brighton Park Capital.

Orca AI’s platform is used by shipping companies such as MSC, NYK, Scorpio, and Seaspan.