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SkyCell
Developed the next generation of temperature controlled logistics containers for the pharmaceutical industry
About SkyCell
SkyCell is a Swiss-based startup that specializes in the safe and efficient transportation of temperature-sensitive goods. Their primary offering is a hybrid container, the 1500X, which is designed to be stronger, lighter, and more energy-efficient than traditional containers. These containers are equipped with IoT monitoring services, providing real-time data and ensuring the safety of the goods inside.
SkyCell operates in the global supply chain market, serving clients who need to transport temperature-sensitive goods such as pharmaceuticals. The company has a network of 283 destinations worldwide, partnering with selected companies to ensure product protection at the highest level.
The business model of SkyCell is based on providing both hardware (the hybrid containers) and software solutions (IoT monitoring service) to its clients. The company generates revenue by leasing these containers to clients and providing the monitoring service.
In addition to its core business, SkyCell is also committed to sustainability. Their solutions are designed to reduce landfill and cut CO2 emissions by up to 50%, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change.
Recently, SkyCell secured a $57 million funding round in partnership with Catalyst, M&G Investments' $6 billion fund, marking a significant development in its growth trajectory.
Source: Dealroom company dataAt a glance
- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2013
- Headquarters
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Employees
- 246
- Open positions
- 14
- Dealroom signal
- 85.0/100
- Industry
- Health
- Sub-industry
- Pharmaceutical, Logistics & Delivery
- Sector
- Biotech & Life Sciences, Supply Chain Management, Biotechnology, Industrial Technology, Logistics Tech, Smart Pallets & Containers, Pallets and Containers, Manufacturing Tech
- Technology
- Hardware, Deep Tech
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2b
- Investment activity
- 1 company, latest Dec 2024
- Capital deployed
- —
- Preferred round
- ACQUISITION
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIES DOther financing | Jun 2024 | $59M | $236M | Tybourne Capital Management · CC Industries | ↗ |
| SERIES DOther financing | Oct 2023 | $57M | $228M | M&G | ↗ |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for SkyCell is 7K monthly website visits, down 13.6% over the last three months. SkyCell's team grew 5.6% over the past year.
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Investments and acquisitions
Recent portfolio relationships for companies that also act as investors or acquirers.
Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Series B and later10 investors entered at this stage
MVM Life Science Partners
Swiss Entrepreneurs Foundation
BCGE Bank
Die Mobiliar
SHUAA Capital
ADQ
Lazard Asset Management
M&G
Tybourne Capital Management
CC Industries
Source: Dealroom Talent Intelligence.
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Market sentiment
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