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Aquila

Aquila design and run a flexible, light-based energy network that can enhance and expand the capabilities of our energy distribution system.

Backed by

Icehouse VenturesIcehouse Ventures
Blackbird VenturesBlackbird Ventures
Alua GroupAlua Group

Raised 2M EQUITY on June 24, 2024

About

Aquila is a Sydney-based deep-tech company developing optical power-beaming systems, including the Lightway Sentry: an in-flight optical wireless energy system that recharges drones for persistent airborne operations.

Mission

Aquila is a Sydney-based deep tech startup developing optical power-beaming systems. Its flagship product, Lightway Sentry, is a wireless energy product that uses optical power beaming to charge a drone in flight so it can remain airborne indefinitely. The company is preparing to 'leave the nest' with Lightway Sentry, signaling near-term product progress or deployment. Aquila announced a follow-on $2 million funding round led by Alua Group with participation from existing investors Blackbird and Icehouse Ventures. This follow-on comes about a year after the group's $3 million seed round announced in June 2023. The fundraising was announced on the company's LinkedIn page.

Quick Facts

Founded

2022

Funding

EQUITY

Industry

Energy, Laser, Renewable Energy

Team Size

1-10

Headquarters

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia