Hyperkelp
Techstars '21Encinitas, US · 11 employees on LinkedIn · 1 known investors
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Hyperkelp develops persistent, rugged maritime sensing platforms that collect real-time ocean data for defense, commercial, and environmental monitoring applications. The platforms feature edge autonomy, secure communications, and modular payloads for coastal and open-ocean deployments.
Founders & leadership
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Costas SolerinFounder, Chief Technology Officer2021–2026Founder and CTO of HyperKelp from 2021 to 2026, and a Techstars alum, he previously started Blue Dot Underwater Drones and worked as an academic manager at Franklin Educational Services. He was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and is currently founding and leading a stealth startup.30 Under 30 2026
Investors · 1
Non-dilutive funding · 1 SBIR/STTR award
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. NavyNavy | Phase I | 2023 | $137.6K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Hyperkelp do?
- Hyperkelp develops persistent, rugged maritime sensing platforms that collect real-time ocean data for defense, commercial, and environmental monitoring applications. The platforms feature edge autonomy, secure communications, and modular payloads for coastal and open-ocean deployments.
- Who founded Hyperkelp?
- Hyperkelp was founded by Costas Soler.
- Who are Hyperkelp's investors?
- Hyperkelp's investors include Techstars.
- Where is Hyperkelp headquartered?
- Hyperkelp is headquartered in Encinitas, US.