OpenROV
Berkeley, US · Founded 2012 · Delaware corporation · 2 known investors
Sofar Ocean develops marine technology, including the Spotter ocean-sensing buoy platform and the Bristlemouth open hardware interface, a marine connectivity standard for underwater and ocean devices. It previously produced the Trident underwater drone, which was discontinued at the end of 2020.
Founders & leadership
OpenROV was founded in 2012 by Eric Stackpole and David Lang.
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Eric StackpoleinCo-Founder2010–2019
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David LangCo-founder
Investors · 2
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$750K disclosed across 1 round · 2016
▶$750KraisedOct 2016 · 2 investors · OtherRule 506(b)
▶$750KraisedOct 2016 · 2 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Eric StackpoleExecutive Officer, Director
- David LangExecutive Officer, Director
- Offering amount
- $750K
- Amount sold
- $750K
- First sale
- Oct 2016
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2012
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does OpenROV do?
- Sofar Ocean develops marine technology, including the Spotter ocean-sensing buoy platform and the Bristlemouth open hardware interface, a marine connectivity standard for underwater and ocean devices. It previously produced the Trident underwater drone, which was discontinued at the end of 2020.
- Who founded OpenROV?
- OpenROV was founded by Eric Stackpole, David Lang in 2012.
- Who are OpenROV's investors?
- OpenROV's investors include Jovono, True Ventures.
- How much funding has OpenROV raised?
- OpenROV has disclosed $750K raised across 1 round.
- Where is OpenROV headquartered?
- OpenROV is headquartered in Berkeley, US.