At Signal Ventures, we're focused on amplifying the impact of our deep technologies to drive innovation. As the venture capital and strategic investment arm of The Signal Group, our maritime expertise fuels the development of new tech in shipping, logistics, and commodities, accelerating industry progress
In a world where data and technology drive progress, Signal Ventures is dedicated to pioneering change in the maritime, commodities and logistics sectors. We believe that by harnessing the power of cutting-edge technology and innovative data analysis, we can unlock new opportunities for the industry. Our mission is to build an ecosystem of startups and entrepreneurs who are as passionate about innovation as we are, aiming to reshape the future of maritime technology together.
We work with Software as a Service (SaaS), advanced analytics, optimisation, and artificial intelligence (AI) startups helping them to bridge the gap between traditional maritime practices and maritime technological disruption. Our approach is flexible and tailored to the unique needs of each venture, offering:
For new startups, our venture studio provides the environment, resources and guidance to move from idea to market with our Entrepreneur-in-Residence program
We make early-stage investments in startups that demonstrate a clear synergy with our ecosystem, supporting them through their growth journey
We expand our ecosystem's capabilities through strategic partnerships, enhancing our collective product offerings
Signal Ventures is more than just a source of capital. We are your partner in innovation, offering:
We offer access to rich maritime data sets, including vessel movements, port calls, cargo information and emissions data, accelerating product development and market entry
We commit to long term financial support and connect you to our global network of investors to ensure sustainable growth
We leverage our extensive network to help you find the right technology, product, and data teams. We also offer hands-on operational support, allowing you to focus on what you do best: innovating
Using sophisticated algorithms, BunkerMetric's procurement optimization tool delivers the best bunker procurement plan and improves voyage margins for shipping operators.
A cloud-based procurement platform and markeplace for shipping companies and ship suppliers.
Incubated by Signal Ventures, DBX provides the most accurate and comprehensive real-time data and insights for dry bulk commodities based on satellite imagery and machine learning.
DeepSea provides vessel voyage optimisation and vessel performance monitoring powered by AI to accelerate the decarbonisation trajectory of shipping companies, and decrease fuel costs.
Flagship Founders is a Venture Studio partnering with ambitious founding teams to build agile and scalable solutions for the global maritime market. With an experienced team of seasoned entrepreneurs, investors and shipping experts, they provide ventures with the support that makes all the difference. In addition to an investment, Signal has entered a data-sharing agreement to accelerate growth.
Flagship Founders has incubated:
Flowfox is a global import automation platform where ocean carriers can automate container release, reuse, and drop-off changes, hence providing a powerful tool to transform their import departments into profit centers while simplifying the process for their customers.
Freightify empowers freight forwarders by providing white-labeled rate automation solutions to digitize their rate procurement, rate management, and quotation processes with ease.
Greywing optimizes crew planning and crew travel using Generative AI and automation.
HarborLab improves operational efficiency through process automation and provide full transparency in port cost management for shipping companies.
Hoopo offers a unique power-efficient tracking solution that enables real-time location intelligence including tracking and status monitoring for unpowered assets. By integrating a suite of innovative technologies, it ensures accurate asset positioning while maximizing power efficiency and cost. Hoopo is working on supply-chain innovation with leading companies in transportation, aviation, waste management, and maritime logistics.
Motion Ventures is a venture investment fund which backs & shapes sustainable and resilient maritime supply chains, with a focus on early-stage investments. The firm invests in digitally enabled solutions to large cross-supply chain problems.
Incubated by Signal Ventures, OilX enables traders and analysts to gain fact-based intelligence and draw conclusions faster through intuitive, accurate, real-time oil data analytics and market intelligence reports based on satellite imagery and machine learning.
Portcast provides provides businesses with visibility on their ocean supply chains, enabling them to better mitigate risks and unlock value through improved efficiency. By integrating over 70 data sources that feed a proprietary machine-learning engine to offer reliable information for container visibility, including real-time container tracking, industry-leading ETA and ETD prediction, and port terminal visibility for import & export.
Propelme is a platform empowering shipping operators to transform static data on their current and prospective seafarer employees into actionable intelligence on recruitment, retention and engagement. The platform is powered via a unique, mobile-first, seafarer “everything app”. Signal has entered into a data-sharing agreement to accelerate propelme's growth.
A crew management software that brings transparency in an opaque market to the benefit of shipping companies and seafarers alike.
Incubated by Signal Ventures, Shipergy, with their digital tools and services, revolutionizes how shipping companies procure fuel, manage credit lines, and gain valuable industry insights.
Shiplex provides a cloud based, one-stop operating system for all HQ workflow operations of a shipping company, including chartering, voyage operations and crewing.
Weather forecasts & historical data from the world’s most trusted meteorological institutions in one single API. The Storm Glass API provides high-resolution forecasts for up to 10 days ahead as well as historical data. Marine data including tide is available for all oceans and seas world wide.
Portcast provides provides businesses with visibility on their ocean supply chains, enabling them to better mitigate risks and unlock value through improved efficiency. By integrating over 70 data sources that feed a proprietary machine-learning engine to offer reliable information for container visibility, including real-time container tracking, industry-leading ETA and ETD prediction, and port terminal visibility for import & export.
Propelme is a platform empowering shipping operators to transform static data on their current and prospective seafarer employees into actionable intelligence on recruitment, retention and engagement. The platform is powered via a unique, mobile-first, seafarer “everything app”. Signal has entered into a data-sharing agreement to accelerate propelme's growth.
Motion Ventures is a venture investment fund which backs & shapes sustainable and resilient maritime supply chains, with a focus on early-stage investments. The firm invests in digitally enabled solutions to large cross-supply chain problems.
Hoopo offers a unique power-efficient tracking solution that enables real-time location intelligence including tracking and status monitoring for unpowered assets. By integrating a suite of innovative technologies, it ensures accurate asset positioning while maximizing power efficiency and cost. Hoopo is working on supply-chain innovation with leading companies in transportation, aviation, waste management, and maritime logistics.
Flowfox is a global import automation platform where ocean carriers can automate container release, reuse, and drop-off changes, hence providing a powerful tool to transform their import departments into profit centers while simplifying the process for their customers.
Flagship Founders is a Venture Studio partnering with ambitious founding teams to build agile and scalable solutions for the global maritime market. With an experienced team of seasoned entrepreneurs, investors and shipping experts, they provide ventures with the support that makes all the difference. In addition to an investment, Signal has entered a data-sharing agreement to accelerate growth.
Flagship Founders has incubated:
A crew management software that brings transparency in an opaque market to the benefit of shipping companies and seafarers alike.
Weather forecasts & historical data from the world’s most trusted meteorological institutions in one single API. The Storm Glass API provides high-resolution forecasts for up to 10 days ahead as well as historical data. Marine data including tide is available for all oceans and seas world wide.
Shiplex provides a cloud based, one-stop operating system for all HQ workflow operations of a shipping company, including chartering, voyage operations and crewing.
Incubated by Signal Ventures, Shipergy, with their digital tools and services, revolutionizes how shipping companies procure fuel, manage credit lines, and gain valuable industry insights.
Incubated by Signal Ventures, OilX enables traders and analysts to gain fact-based intelligence and draw conclusions faster through intuitive, accurate, real-time oil data analytics and market intelligence reports based on satellite imagery and machine learning.
HarborLab improves operational efficiency through process automation and provide full transparency in port cost management for shipping companies.
Greywing optimizes crew planning and crew travel using Generative AI and automation.
Freightify empowers freight forwarders by providing white-labeled rate automation solutions to digitize their rate procurement, rate management, and quotation processes with ease.
A cloud-based procurement platform and markeplace for shipping companies and ship suppliers.
DeepSea provides vessel voyage optimisation and vessel performance monitoring powered by AI to accelerate the decarbonisation trajectory of shipping companies, and decrease fuel costs.
Incubated by Signal Ventures, DBX provides the most accurate and comprehensive real-time data and insights for dry bulk commodities based on satellite imagery and machine learning.
Using sophisticated algorithms, BunkerMetric's procurement optimization tool delivers the best bunker procurement plan and improves voyage margins for shipping operators.
Our team has a long experience in shipping and logistics and deep functional knowledge in technology, big data, advanced analytics and finance. We are founders and investors committed to helping talented individuals and teams
With over 20 years of experience in the maritime sector, Ioannis Martinos is CEO and Founder of The Signal Group. Prior to this, Ioannis worked at Thenamaris, one of the world’s most successful shipping companies. During his decade-long tenure at the company, Ioannis rotated through a number of technical management roles, before assuming the position of co-CEO in 2013. Ioannis holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University, and Aeronautical Engineering from MIT.
Serving as the Group CSO, Roussos combines deep strategic insight with a passion for shipping and technology, driving Signal Group's success in market analysis and strategic growth.
A seasoned technologist, Lucas has 20 years of IT and development experience under his belt. Lucas joined The Signal Group as CTO in 2014, and is responsible for leading the development of the Signal Ocean Platform. Prior to this, Lucas spent 13 years at Thenamaris, where he worked as a Systems Developer and IT Manager. Lucas holds a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Westminster and a Master of Science in Advanced Methods in Computer Science from the University of London.
As the Group CFO, Kostas ensures the financial support and viability of the strategic initiatives that fuel Signal Group's ecosystem.
As SVP of Technology Ventures Nikolas heads Signal Ventures and plays a crucial role in identifying and nurturing technology startups, reinforcing Signal Group's commitment to innovation in shipping and logistics.
If you are an aspiring founder or an early stage startup in shipping, supply chain or commodities with a focus on SaaS, advanced analytics or AI reach out to us via email at ventures@thesignalgroup.com or by fill in the form on the right
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