What is Captura?
Headquartered in Pasadena, California, Captura is at the forefront of atmospheric carbon removal. By leveraging proprietary technology that utilizes the ocean's natural capacity to absorb CO2, the company provides a scalable, low-cost solution to mitigate the impacts of climate change. Captura's market position is defined by its ability to integrate seamlessly with existing maritime and energy infrastructure, positioning it as a critical player in the global transition toward net-zero emissions. The company's operational model focuses on high-efficiency carbon sequestration, addressing the urgent demand for industrial-scale environmental remediation.
How much funding has Captura raised?
Captura has raised a total of $111.3M across 3 funding rounds:
Series A
$45.3M
Series B
$12.5M
Private Equity
$53.5M
Series A (2024): $45.3M with participation from TransLink Capital, National Grid Partners, Maersk, Saudi Aramco Energy Ventures, and Future Planet Capital
Series B (2026): $12.5M led by Freeflow Ventures, Japan Airlines, Eni, Hitachi Ventures, Saudi Aramco Energy Ventures, Equinor, TransLink Capital, Edp, National Grid Partners, and Maersk
Private Equity (2026): $53.5M, investors not publicly disclosed
Key Investors in Captura
TransLink Capital
A Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm specializing in connecting technology startups with Asia's leading multinationals to facilitate global expansion.
National Grid Partners
The investment arm of National Grid, focusing on technologies that address energy system challenges and foster collaboration between entrepreneurs and utilities.
Maersk
A global leader in integrated container logistics, actively investing in sustainable technologies to decarbonize the shipping and logistics industry.
What's next for Captura?
With the successful completion of this major enterprise-level funding, Captura is well-positioned to accelerate its commercial deployment and scale its Direct Ocean Capture technology. The strategic backing from a diverse consortium of energy and logistics giants suggests a clear roadmap toward integrating carbon removal into global supply chains. Moving forward, the company is expected to focus on expanding its pilot programs into full-scale operational facilities, further validating its cost-efficiency metrics and strengthening its role as a cornerstone of the global decarbonization strategy.
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