
Seraphim Space
Description
Seraphim Space is a prominent global venture capital firm headquartered in London, United Kingdom, specifically focused on the burgeoning space economy. The firm positions itself as a leader in supporting space entrepreneurship from its nascent stages through to successful exits. With a dedicated investment thesis centered on the space tech ecosystem, Seraphim Space targets companies developing innovative solutions across various segments, including satellite communications, Earth observation, in-orbit servicing, and downstream applications that leverage space-derived data.
The firm's investment strategy spans the early growth phases, typically from Seed to Series B rounds, aiming to identify and nurture companies with significant disruptive potential. Seraphim Space is known for managing the Seraphim Space Investment Trust plc (SSIT), which became the world's first listed space tech fund upon its launch in July 2021. This fund successfully raised approximately £178.4 million (around $245 million USD at the time of its IPO), underscoring the significant capital they deploy into the sector. Beyond capital, Seraphim Space leverages its deep industry expertise and extensive network to provide strategic guidance and operational support to its portfolio companies.
Seraphim Space's portfolio reflects a diverse range of companies that are shaping the future of space. Their commitment extends beyond direct investment, as they also operate the Seraphim Space Accelerator, a program designed to foster early-stage innovation in the space sector. This holistic approach allows them to engage with companies at various stages of development, from initial concept to scaling operations. The firm's average deal size across its investments is reported to be around $3.3 million, indicating a strategic balance between early-stage bets and more substantial growth capital deployments. Seraphim Space's influence is not just financial but also instrumental in building a robust and interconnected global space industry.
Investor Profile
Seraphim Space has backed more than 143 startups, with 7 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 45 rounds, about 31% of its total and boasts 5 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United Kingdom, United States, Finland.
- Strong thematic focus on Aerospace, Software, Information Technology.
- Typical check size: $1M – $5M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (28%)
- Pre Seed (24%)
- Series Unknown (20%)
- Series A (10%)
- Series C (6%)
- Series B (4%)
- Series D (3%)
- Series E (2%)
- Private Equity (1%)
- Series F (1%)
Country Focus
- United Kingdom (44%)
- United States (30%)
- Finland (5%)
- Italy (4%)
- Germany (3%)
- Denmark (2%)
- Canada (2%)
- Japan (1%)
- Luxembourg (1%)
- Country not foundSlovakia (Slovak Republic) (1%)
Industry Focus
- Aerospace
- Software
- Information Technology
- Satellite Communication
- Space Travel
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Geospatial
- Analytics
- Telecommunications
- Information Services
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