Spear AI, a Washington, DC-based company specializing in artificial intelligence solutions for the maritime sector, has closed a seed funding round backed by Scare the Bear Capital and Cortical Ventures. The amount raised was not disclosed.
Founded in 2021, the company develops a suite of integrated products combining software, modular sensors, and engineering services focused on maritime data and sensing.
Proceeds from the funding will be used to scale its flagship Horizon platform, expand its portfolio of AI-driven tools, and strengthen its maritime sensor capabilities, per the announcement.
The company also plans to grow its team of technical and subject matter experts to support clients in deploying AI and data infrastructure.
The Horizon platform enables the management, labeling, and processing of acoustic and sensor data to support artificial intelligence development and deployment in maritime environments.
The system is designed for applications such as domain awareness, undersea surveillance, and operational intelligence.
In addition to the platform, Spear AI provides implementation support for AI pipelines and machine learning systems tailored to the requirements of complex maritime operations.
The company is currently engaged with the U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Navy, supplying AI tools and technical expertise.
With this foundation, Spear AI said it plans to expand into commercial and international markets as demand grows for advanced sensing and data solutions in maritime logistics, energy, and infrastructure.
Spear AI operates from offices in Falmouth, Massachusetts, and Groton, Connecticut, both located near major maritime research and defense installations.
The company’s strategy focuses on integrating applied AI with domain-specific engineering to provide end-to-end solutions for clients across the maritime sector.
The latest investment is expected to accelerate the company’s roadmap for product development and market expansion, positioning it to play a larger role in both defense and civilian maritime technology ecosystems.