In a significant move for the drone delivery industry, Skye Air has raised $4 million in a funding round led by prominent investors, signaling a new era for last-mile logistics in India.
A Game-Changing Investment
Drone delivery startup Skye Air has successfully secured $4 million in its latest funding round. The round was spearheaded by Mount Judi Ventures, Chiratae Ventures, Venture Catalysts, Windrose Capital, and Tremis Capital. Additional participation came from Faad Capital, Misfits Capital, Hyderabad Angels, Soonicorn Ventures, and other existing investors.
Expanding the Last-Mile Network
The fresh capital will be strategically used to expand Skye Air’s last-mile delivery network in Gurugram and other major cities. The focus areas include healthcare, e-commerce, and quick-commerce deliveries. This expansion aims to enhance the efficiency and speed of logistics, crucial for industries that rely on timely delivery.
Founder’s Vision
“We are excited to embark on a growth journey along with our existing and new partners who believe in our vision. This is a testament to our amazing team and the relentless hard work they put in every day to create real change in making last-mile logistics faster and more efficient,” said Ankit Kumar, founder and CEO of Skye Air.
Innovative Solutions and Technological Edge
Founded in 2019 by Ankit Kumar and Chandra Prakash, Skye Air is a SaaS-based company that specializes in sustainable last-mile logistics solutions using drones. The company operates across various sectors, including healthcare, e-commerce, quick-commerce, and the food industry. A notable innovation from Skye Air is the Skye UTM, an unmanned traffic management system. This system regulates drone traffic, ensures safety, and enables efficient communication between drones and air traffic control.
Previous Funding and Market Impact
Skye Air’s journey of innovation and growth was previously supported by a $1.7 million funding round led by Chiratae Ventures in November 2022. The company’s consistent progress and technological advancements position it as a leader in the drone delivery space.
Investor Confidence
Ali Shariff, partner at Mount Judi Ventures, emphasized Skye Air’s pioneering role: “Skye Air commands the first-mover advantage in the hugely disruptive drone delivery industry. It is revolutionizing the last-mile logistics space in India through their end-to-end autonomous navigation capabilities.”
Apoorva Ranjan Sharma, founder and managing director at Venture Catalysts, highlighted the sector’s potential: “With India’s drone industry projected to soar from ₹2,900 crore in 2020 to an impressive ₹81,600 crore by 2025, we at Venture Catalysts are extremely optimistic about the sector’s potential. Our investment in Skye Air aligns with our strategy of backing sunrise sectors. We are confident that Skye Air’s SaaS-based logistics services will profoundly transform the logistics landscape over the next 2-3 years.”
The Future of Last-Mile Delivery
With this substantial funding, Skye Air is set to transform last-mile delivery, making it faster, more efficient, and sustainable. The company’s innovative approach and technological advancements are poised to reshape the logistics industry in India and beyond.
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