Quartermaster

Quartermaster

Real-time maritime domain awareness network

Overview

Quartermaster AI Inc. builds a distributed maritime sensor network that uses vessel-mounted sensor arrays with HD video, geolocation, and edge compute transponders to create a real-time picture of global ocean activity. Its AI models analyze video and sensor data to detect suspicious at-sea activities and threats, delivering visuals and insights through a hardened satellite link. The system turns civilian and commercial ships into persistent sensing nodes that collectively provide continuous maritime domain awareness for coast guards, navies, insurers, and researchers. The goal is to improve safety, security, and environmental oversight by providing timely, verifiable intelligence that supports rapid, coordinated responses.

About Quartermaster

Simplify's Rating
Why Quartermaster is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Robotics & Automation

AI & Machine Learning

Defense

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$43M

Headquarters

Washington DC, District of Columbia

Founded

2016

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What believers are saying

  • 600-plus ships across 25 countries create strong network effects.
  • AIS-dark vessel detection opens sanctions, security, and illicit-trade workflows.
  • Rescue use cases strengthen procurement with coast guards and safety agencies.

What critics are saying

  • Fleet adoption stalls if operators resist persistent onboard cameras and radios.
  • Satellite backhaul outages break real-time alerts and weaken customer trust.
  • Major jurisdictions can restrict vessel monitoring, cutting access to critical fleet density.

What makes Quartermaster unique

  • SmartMast turns civilian vessels into distributed maritime sensors with edge AI.
  • Quartermaster targets real-time ocean intelligence, not just passive vessel tracking.
  • Its authenticated data supports coast guards, insurers, and researchers alike.

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Funding

Total Funding

$43M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

1 Rounds

Notable Investors:
Series A funding typically happens when a startup has a product and some customers, and now needs funding to scale. This money is usually used to grow the team, expand marketing, and improve the product. Venture capital firms are frequently the main investors here.
Series A Funding Comparison
Above Average

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

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