Open Ocean Robotics Named to NACO Canada's Top 20 Moonshot Ventures™ of 2025

We are thrilled to share that Open Ocean Robotics has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 20 Moonshot Ventures of 2025 as recently posted in the Financial Post article titled“$190M Raised – Canada’s Top 20 Moonshot Ventures of 2025 Unveiled After Closed-Door NACO Showcase.”

This prestigious recognition highlights Canadian startups pushing the boundaries of innovation to tackle global challenges with bold, breakthrough technologies. Selected from over 5,000 companies, the ventures showcased are redefining their industries—spanning ocean tech, AI, biomanufacturing, climate resilience, and more.

A Moonshot in Ocean Innovation

Open Ocean Robotics was honoured for our pioneering work in zero-emission, autonomous ocean monitoring. Our solar-powered DataXplorer™ uncrewed surface vehicle (USV) and AI-powered XplorerView™ platform are revolutionizing how we monitor and protect the ocean. From combating illegal fishing and protecting marine mammals to enhancing maritime security and supporting climate science, our technology enables safer, more sustainable, and cost-effective ocean operations.

We are proud to be part of this inspiring list, which includes Canada’s boldest ventures driven by mission, science, and scalable impact. Our inclusion affirms the urgent global need for innovative solutions in ocean intelligence, and reinforces our commitment to leading the way with cutting-edge marine robotics.

A Shared Commitment to the Planet

The Top 20 Moonshots were unveiled following a closed-door showcase by the National Angel Capital Organization (NACO) in collaboration with key federal stakeholders and innovation leaders. These ventures were selected for their global growth potential, visionary leadership, and commitment to solving critical global issues.

Being recognized among such remarkable peers underscores the impact and promise of our work. We’re excited to continue advancing ocean data collection technologies that support marine conservation, security, and sustainable development worldwide.

For the full article, please continue here: https://financialpost.com/globe-newswire/190m-raised-canadas-top-20-moonshot-ventures-of-2025-unveiled-after-closed-door-naco-showcase