Anybotics Drives U.S. Expansion with $60 Million Funding Boost

Deal News | Dec 12, 2024 | Qualcomm Ventures LLC

Anybotics Drives U.S. Expansion with $60 Million Funding Boost

Swiss robotics company Anybotics has secured an additional $60 million to complete its Series B funding round, totaling $110 million. Known for its quadruped autonomous inspection robot, Anymal, Anybotics ventures to expand its presence, notably in the U.S., by capitalizing on its recently established San Francisco office. The robots cater to complex industrial inspections, enhancing safety and efficiency. In 18 months, Anybotics has doubled unit sales, with around 200 robots operational in various sectors. The newly raised capital will support the company's core global expansion efforts, chiefly in the U.S. market. Anybotics plans a future Series C funding round aimed at broader growth by 2026. The Series B extension was co-led by Qualcomm Ventures, along with Supernova Invest and other notable investors.

Sectors

  • Robotics
  • Venture Capital
  • Industrial Automation

Geography

  • Switzerland – Anybotics is based in Switzerland, having spun out from the ETH Zurich research university.
  • United States – Anybotics is focusing its expansion efforts in the U.S., aided by the opening of a new office in San Francisco.

Industry

  • Robotics – Anybotics operates in the robotics industry, developing autonomous robots designed for industrial inspection tasks.
  • Venture Capital – The article discusses funding activities related to Anybotics, involving several venture capital firms including Qualcomm Ventures.
  • Industrial Automation – Anybotics' robots are used for automating inspection processes within industrial environments, reducing manual labor in hazardous settings.

Financials

  • $60 million – Additional funding raised by Anybotics to close its Series B round at $110 million.
  • $110 million – Total amount raised by Anybotics for its Series B funding round.
  • $130 million – Total funding raised by Anybotics since its inception.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
AnyboticsTarget companyCompanyA Swiss robotics company known for their Anymal autonomous inspection robots.
Qualcomm VenturesInvestorCompanyA venture capital firm providing funding for Anybotics' Series B extension.
Supernova InvestInvestorCompanyCo-led the Series B extension funding round for Anybotics.
Bessemer Venture PartnersInvestorCompanyParticipant in the Series B extension funding round for Anybotics.
NGP CapitalInvestorCompanyParticipated in the Series B extension through support from Nokia.
SwisscantoInvestorCompanyParticipant in the Series B extension funding round for Anybotics.
Swisscom VenturesInvestorCompanyParticipant in the Series B extension funding round for Anybotics.
TDK VenturesInvestorCompanyParticipant in the Series B extension funding round for Anybotics.
Walden CatalystInvestorCompanyParticipant in the Series B extension funding round for Anybotics.
Dr. Pter FankhauserCEOPeopleCo-founder and CEO of Anybotics, overseeing expansion and strategic direction.
Fredrik IslerCFOPeopleChief Financial Officer of Anybotics.