Saildrone Company Overview
Saildrone designs, builds, and operates uncrewed surface vehicles powered by wind and solar to gather ocean data and support maritime missions. The company offers data-as-a-service for climate and weather observation, fisheries and carbon monitoring, seabed mapping, and maritime domain awareness. Its platforms carry sensors, cameras, and acoustic systems to measure meteorological and oceanographic variables, map bathymetry, and run long-duration missions with low operational footprint. Customers include government agencies, research institutions, and commercial operators that require persistent coverage in remote or high-risk waters. Saildrone provides mission planning, fleet operations, and data processing, delivering analyzed datasets and alerts. Fleets have operated from polar regions to the tropics, supporting hurricane measurements, illegal fishing detection, and coastal security.
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FAQ
Does Saildrone have stock?
Yes, Saildrone and almost all privately held companies issue stock so founders, employees, and investors can participate in equity ownership. However, because Saildrone is privately held, it is more challenging to acquire shares than if the company was publicly traded.
Is Saildrone publicly traded?
No, Saildrone is a privately held company. It is not publicly traded or offered directly on any stock exchange like the NYSE, Nasdaq, etc.
Who owns Saildrone stock?
As a privately held company, Saildrone shares are held by its founders, management, employees, venture capital funds, or other private individuals and institutional investors.
Disclosure rules differ for private and public companies, so it may not always be possible to know the complete ownership (cap table) of a private company like Saildrone.
What is the stock symbol for Saildrone?
Saildrone is a privately held company. Therefore, it does not have a stock symbol or “ticker” that trades on public exchanges like the NYSE, Nasdaq, etc.
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What is Saildrone stock price?
The stock price of Saildrone can be calculated by taking the valuation of the company divided by the number of shares outstanding. Because a private company can issue new shares at any time, we do not know the current number of shares outstanding.
How do Saildrone pre-IPO trades work?
Pre-IPO trades for Saildrone will typically involve accredited investors purchasing shares from current shareholders through specialized investment platforms like UpMarket. Trades generally occur on the secondary market, meaning Saildrone doesn't issue new shares or receive capital–shares are privately exchanged between two parties.
While investors aim to profit from a potential IPO or acquisition, these investments carry high risks due to limited liquidity and information. Understanding all terms and conditions is crucial, as each transaction can have unique characteristics. Investing in private companies can be extremely risky and may result in significant capital loss.
When is Saildrone going to go public?
The decision to go public through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) is complex and depends on various factors, including the company's financial performance, market conditions, and strategic goals.
Unless Saildrone officially announces its intention to go public, any predictions about when or if it will do so would be speculative.
Investors interested in Saildrone should monitor official company communications and reliable financial news sources for any updates regarding potential IPO plans.
How do I exit my investment if I invest in Saildrone with UpMarket?
Exiting your investment in Saildrone typically involves one of these scenarios: 1) selling your shares on a secondary market to other interested investors; 2) holding shares until a liquidity event occurs, such as the company going public (IPO) or being acquired.
Investors must know that the timing and availability of these exit options are inherently unpredictable, and there is no guarantee of when or if they will occur.
How can I sell Saildrone shares?
If you own Saildrone shares, you may be able to find a buyer on a pre-IPO marketplace or via an introduction by a registered broker-dealer like UpMarket. It is important to note that the class of shares you own may impact your ability to sell. For example, shares issued to startup employees often have transaction limitations, including lock-up periods and a right of first refusal by the company, which may prevent you from selling your shares freely.
How does UpMarket estimate the valuation of Saildrone?
UpMarket’s valuation estimate for Saildrone is algorithmically generated based on recent primary round financings by Saildrone, market conditions, company popularity, sector performance, and public market comps.
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Saildrone Management
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Richard Jenkins | CEO |
| Sebastien de Halleux | COO |
