What is Luminus?
Luminus Devices, Inc. is at the forefront of solid-state lighting (SSL) innovation, leveraging technology originating from MIT and its Silicon Valley headquarters. The company provides a comprehensive suite of LED solutions tailored for global lighting markets. Beyond general illumination, Luminus also offers high-output specialty lighting solutions designed for performance-critical sectors, including consumer displays, entertainment lighting, and medical applications. Their commitment to advancing lighting technology positions them as a key player in both broad and niche markets.
How much funding has Luminus raised?
Luminus has raised a total of $168.3M across 9 funding rounds:
Series B
$4M
Series C
$21M
Series D
$38M
Series E
$72M
Series F
$19M
Debt
$2.5M
Debt
$7M
Debt
$1M
Series B (2004): $4M led by Stata Venture Partners and Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ)
Series C (2005): $21M supported by Stata Venture Partners, Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ), and Battery Ventures
Series D (2006): $38M featuring EASTWARD CAPITAL PARTNERS, DFJ New England, and Battery Ventures
Series E (2008): $72M backed by Braemar Energy Ventures, Paladin Capital Group, and CMEA Ventures
Series F (2010): $19M with participation from Braemar Energy Ventures, Stata Venture Partners, Paladin Capital Group, and Argonaut Private Equity
Debt (2012): $2.5M, investors not publicly disclosed
Debt (2012): $7M, investors not publicly disclosed
Debt (2020): $1M featuring PPP
Key Investors in Luminus
Stata Venture Partners
Soft-ex specializes in AI-powered UCC analytics and digital billing solutions, designed to connect hybrid communications and collaboration data for enterprises, CSPs, and technology providers. Their offerings include the UCC Analyser and Interactive Billing, which help organizations enhance decision-making, optimize costs, and deliver an intuitive customer billing experience.
Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ)
Draper Fisher Jurvetson is a leading venture capital firm with a global presence through a network of affiliated funds, with offices in more than 30 cities around the world and approximately $6 Billion in capital commitments. DFJ's mission is to identify, serve and provide capital for extraordinary entrepreneurs anywhere who are determined to change the world.
Braemar Energy Ventures
Braemar Energy Ventures is focused on technology investments that drive energy transition across various industries. They support companies like ChargePoint, which operates the world's largest EV charging network, and CarbonFree, which aims to capture industrial carbon emissions.
What's next for Luminus?
The substantial enterprise-level capital infusion, including the recent strategic investment, indicates Luminus is poised for significant expansion and further technological development. This backing will likely fuel advancements in their LED solutions, potentially enabling entry into new markets or strengthening their position in existing ones. The company's trajectory suggests a focus on scaling production, enhancing research and development for next-generation lighting technologies, and solidifying its market leadership in performance-driven applications.
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