PRESS RELEASE: Norsepower Oy Ltd., the leading provider of low maintenance, software operated, and data verified auxiliary wind propulsion systems, today announced that it has concluded its equity financing round, raising €3.6million in funding to drive the company’s expansion and growth plans.
With the funds raised, Norsepower, whose customers include Maersk Tankers, Viking, Line, and Bore, will be able to expand production of its Rotor Sails in Asia, as well as ramp-up its search for potential supplier partners within the region. The proceeds will also be used to drive Norsepower’s sales and marketing activities to raise market awareness of wind propulsion technology and accelerate growth. Lastly, Norsepower aims to optimise and streamline its manufacturing operations – ensuring greater cost efficiency.
Tuomas Riski, CEO, Norsepower, commented:
“This round of financing builds on an outstanding year for Norsepower, having successfully completed the installation of our Rotor Sail solution technology onboard two pioneering projects supported by leading shipping companies Maersk Tankers and Viking Line. We are excited to close this round with the support of an outstanding group of investors who share our vision to maintain the market-leading position in a growing market for auxiliary wind propulsion systems for large ships. We have set ambitious targets for the commercialisation of our technology, and closing this financing round is a major enabler for the company to achieve these.”
The equity financing round was conducted in partnership with Korkia, a leading investment firm in Finland that partners with disruptive growth companies. While the financing round saw Norsepower’s existing investors subscribe to shares, new investors formed the majority – signalling the growing interest in Rotor Sail technology.
