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Sapient Perception is a physical AI company building a perception layer that combines ultra-high-resolution sensing with intelligent edge processing, using its IGNITE framework to turn sensor data into real-time actionable intelligence. It targets autonomous platforms and mission-critical decision-making, with roots in ultra-high-resolution UAV cameras for geospatial, industrial, and defense applications.

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Founders & leadership

AGAnthony Garetto
Anthony GarettoChief Executive OfficerAnthony Garetto co-founded Sapient Perception after spending over twenty years building technology teams in semiconductor, life science, and aerospace, including roles as Chief Product Officer at Phase One leading geospatial and drone imaging expansion, and leadership positions in AI and imaging at Danaher's Leica Microsystems division and ZEISS.
LNLau Nørgaard
Lau NørgaardChief Technology OfficerLau Nørgaard spent over 20 years developing imaging systems, including as CTO at Phase One where he built engineering teams for high-performance aerial and cultural heritage imaging platforms. He is co-founder and CTO of Sapient Perception, where he leads the technology and product architecture for a perception system combining ultra-high-resolution sensors with edge-based AI processing for autonomous platforms.
MMMichael Messerschmidt
Michael MesserschmidtChief Business OfficerMichael Messerschmidt is Chief Business Officer of Sapient Perception, a physical AI company developing high-resolution sensing systems for autonomous platforms. He previously led the UAV business at Phase One and spent 11 years as Chief Business Development Officer at Sky-Watch, building partnerships in aerospace and defense.

Investors · 2

FORWARD.onereportedAmstelveen · $1M – $4.4M

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Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$2M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2026

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In the news

Sapient Perception Raised €2M to Help Drones See Everythingsiliconsnark.com · Apr 2026Sapient Perception Secures €2M to Advance 10K Sensor Systems for Mission-Critical UAV Operationsprnewswire.com · Apr 2026Sapient Perception Raises €2M Pre-Seed for UAV Sensors - TAMradar Funding Rounds Signalstamradar.com · Apr 2026Sapient Perception Raises €2M in Pre-Seed Fundingfinsmes.com · Apr 2026

Frequently asked questions

What does Sapient Perception do?
Sapient Perception is a physical AI company building a perception layer that combines ultra-high-resolution sensing with intelligent edge processing, using its IGNITE framework to turn sensor data into real-time actionable intelligence. It targets autonomous platforms and mission-critical decision-making, with roots in ultra-high-resolution UAV cameras for geospatial, industrial, and defense applications.
Who are Sapient Perception's investors?
Sapient Perception's investors include Balnord Sp. z o.o., FORWARD.one.
How much funding has Sapient Perception raised?
Sapient Perception has disclosed $2M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.