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"SAPIIENT Advanced Technologies Pty Ltd, headquartered in Sydney, Australia, is an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specialising in cutting-edge maritime inspection solutions. The company's flagship product, BlueStingRay, is an AI-powered Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AI-AUV) designed for comprehensive underwater ship hull inspections.

BlueStingRay represents a significant advancement in maritime inspection capabilities. Unlike conventional methods relying on human divers, Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) and specialised staff to manually analyse the inspection data and compile a report, BlueStingRay has the capability to thoroughly inspecting cargo ships, cruise liners, warships, submarines and various commercial vessels, while generating a final report for compliance with minimum human involvement.

The AI-AUV's sophisticated capabilities enable it to generate detailed inspection reports based on real-time data analysis and classification. These reports are compiled with detailed pictures of the anomalies and respective location. The level of autonomy and sophistication already sets BlueStingRay apart from existing solutions in the market, offering a transformational approach to vessel safety and environmental protection.

SAPIIENT's product offering comprises two main components. Firstly, the company has developed InspectO, a laptop-based AI software capable of automating the analysis and reporting of data streamed from underwater inspections conducted by commercial divers or underwater vehicles. Secondly, there's the BlueStingRay AI-AUV itself, which comes with a dashboard interface providing real-time updates on vehicle sensor status and live footage via a 200-metre cable.

InspectO and BlueStingRay have been engineered to be platform-agnostic, allowing for independent commercialisation. This flexibility enables SAPIIENT to cater to diverse customer needs, offering standalone software licensing, the AI-AUV unit, or a complete integrated solution.

The company is currently in an exciting growth phase, being on the runnerups to secure a substantial $900,000 grant from the New South Wales government. This funding, to be invested over two years, will drive the development of committed projects outlined in the grant application. Given the current financial constraints, SAPIIENT plans to utilise in-house manufacturing capabilities and collaborate with specialised contract manufacturing partners rather than invest in a dedicated rental space.

Looking ahead, SAPIIENT has outlined an ambitious capital-raising strategy to support its growth trajectory over the next five years. The plan encompasses a mix of equity financing, government grants, strategic partnerships and revenue reinvestment. In the immediate term, the company is focusing on early-stage funding, including a $50,000 match funding from the MVP Ventures 2024-2025 program, which will be funnelled to further develop our InspectO software. Additionally, SAPIIENT is preparing to pitch for a $100,000 SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) investment with MA Finance.

Within 18-24 months, SAPIIENT aims to initiate a Series A funding round, targeting venture capital firms specialising in deep tech, AI and maritime technologies. The goal is to raise between $5 million to $10 million to scale production capabilities, expand the team and increase market presence in key regions such as North America and Europe. SAPIIENT has already taken steps in preparation for this funding round by engaging an expert with decades of experience in guiding companies toward IPOs and managing software enterprises as well as mining companies operations, with headquarters in the building next to SoftBank Group. This expert has provided comprehensive, top-down advice and wishes to keep supporting SAPIIENT in their growth.

Looking further ahead, around the 3-4 year mark, SAPIIENT anticipates launching a Series B funding round. This round will aim to raise $20 million or more, depending on the company's growth trajectory and market conditions. The focus will be expanding production capabilities, scaling the technology for broader applications and solidifying SAPIIENT's market leadership.

SAPIIENT's innovative approach addresses critical inefficiencies in traditional underwater asset inspection processes. By offering a safer, more efficient and cost-effective solution, the company is well-positioned to disrupt the maritime inspection industry and contribute significantly to the safety and sustainability of global maritime operations.

The BlueStingRay AI-AUV tackles the long-standing challenges associated with underwater asset inspections. Traditional methods, which have remained largely unchanged since 1985, often rely on human divers operating in hazardous environments. These outdated techniques pose significant risks to personnel and can lead to unreliable inspections, potentially compromising the integrity of critical underwater infrastructure.

SAPIIENT's solution aims to transform this landscape by providing a safer, more accurate and highly efficient alternative. BlueStingRay's advanced sensors, embedded systems and AI-powered software enable real-time, precise inspections that minimise human involvement and reduce operational risks. SAPIIENT's technology offers a compelling value proposition to the maritime industry by cutting inspection times to a quarter and halving costs while eliminating the need for repeated inspection dives.

Business Goals

SAPIIENT Advanced Technologies Pty Ltd has established a set of strategic objectives to guide its growth and development in the coming years. These goals reflect the company's commitment to innovation, market expansion and operational excellence:

Establish BlueStingRay as the industry standard for AI-powered AUV inspections: Secure widespread adoption of BlueStingRay across various maritime sectors, showcasing its superior capabilities and benefits compared to traditional methods, specifically targeting the USD 18 billion global Commercial Vessel Hull Inspection and certification sector and the USD 700 billion logistics and insurance markets.
Expand global market reach: Establish a strong presence in key maritime regions, including Asia-Pacific, North America and Europe, through strategic partnerships and targeted marketing efforts.
Develop a comprehensive product portfolio: Expand beyond core inspection services by developing complementary products and services that address a wider range of underwater asset management needs, taking advantage of BlueStingRay and InspectO's modularity and platform-agnostic nature.
Drive continuous innovation in AI, embedded technology and underwater robotics: Invest in research and development to enhance existing technologies, explore new applications of AI in the maritime domain and maintain a competitive edge by integrating advanced AI, embedded and robotics technologies into BlueStingRay and InspectO.
Build a high-performing team: Attract and retain top talent in AI, embedded, robotics and maritime engineering to support the company's ambitious growth plans and foster a culture of innovation, focusing on operational growth by expanding the team, optimising manufacturing processes and developing a global support network.
Key Values

Innovation Leadership: We are driven by a relentless pursuit of technological advancement. We constantly seek to develop cutting-edge solutions that address the evolving needs of the maritime industry, pushing the boundaries of AI, embedded and robotics technologies to deliver groundbreaking solutions that transform maritime inspection processes.
Safety Commitment: We are committed to delivering the highest-quality products and services, ensuring that our solutions meet the stringent demands of the maritime environment and enhancing the safety of maritime operations by providing reliable, accurate and comprehensive inspection capabilities that minimise human risk.
Environmental Responsibility: We conduct our business with the utmost ethical standards, maintaining transparency and accountability in all our interactions with customers, partners and stakeholders. We also contribute to protecting marine ecosystems by enabling more frequent and thorough hull inspections, reducing the spread of invasive species and minimising environmental impact.
Client-Focused Approach: We place paramount importance on the safety of our operations and the well-being of our employees, ensuring that our technologies contribute to a safer maritime environment and maintain a deep understanding of customer needs and challenges, continuously adapting our solutions to deliver maximum value and satisfaction.
Collaborative Culture: We are dedicated to developing environmentally responsible solutions that minimise the impact of maritime activities on the marine ecosystem and encourage teamwork and open communication, both internally and with partners, to drive innovation and achieve shared goals.
Mission

SAPIIENT Advanced Technologies is committed to transforming maritime asset inspection through AI-powered autonomous underwater vehicles, specifically the BlueStingRay system. We aim to enhance global maritime operations' safety, efficiency and environmental sustainability by delivering cutting-edge solutions that reduce human risk, lower costs and provide unmatched accuracy in underwater inspections. Our mission is to equip maritime stakeholders with the tools and insights needed to make informed decisions and uphold the highest vessel integrity and performance standards.

Vision

SAPIIENT Advanced Technologies envisions a future where AI-driven technologies, like our BlueStingRay system, lead maritime safety and efficiency. We strive to become the global leader in underwater inspection solutions, establishing new industry benchmarks and expanding the possibilities of marine robotics and artificial intelligence. Our vision is to create a world where every underwater asset is monitored and maintained with precision, ensuring the longevity of critical infrastructure, maritime personnel's safety and our oceans' preservation for future generations.

SAPIIENT Advanced Technologies offers a suite of products and services meticulously designed to enhance underwater inspections for maritime operators across diverse sectors. The company's product portfolio is firmly rooted in delivering autonomy, precision and real-time data processing, empowering customers to achieve heightened efficiency and safety in their operations.

BlueStingRay (AI-AUV):

BlueStingRay is a cutting-edge autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) equipped with advanced sensors and onboard AI software. It is specifically engineered for autonomous inspections of ships' hulls and other underwater infrastructure. This innovative system offers unparalleled real-time data analysis, including the generation of detailed hull frames with anomalies, during the inspection process.

Key features of BlueStingRay include:

Advanced sensor technology: Equipped with an underwater DVL, cameras, underwater GPS, 6-axis IMU and a 6-Degrees of freedom, significantly reducing operational risks and costs associated with traditional diver-based inspections;
Real-time data analysis: The system employs sophisticated AI algorithms to process and analyse data in real-time, providing immediate insights into the condition of the inspected asset.
Inspection tiles: Generates 2D frames highlighting the anomalies, which can be labelled to indicate location, enabling comprehensive visualisation and analysis of the underwater structure.
Compliance with international standards: Delivers detailed inspection reports that adhere to international standards, ensuring regulatory compliance and facilitating efficient decision-making.
BlueStingRay is engineered to be platform-agnostic, meaning it can be seamlessly integrated into various operational environments and inspection workflows. It’s compact and portable design facilitates easy deployment and retrieval, making it ideal for use in challenging or remote locations.

InspectO (AI-Based Software):

InspectO is a powerful laptop-based software platform that automates the analysis and reporting of underwater inspection data. Its platform-agnostic design allows it to process data from various sources, including commercial divers, remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and other underwater inspection tools. It is a highly versatile tool for operators seeking an efficient, comprehensive solution for managing and assessing inspection information.

InspectO's key features include:

Secured and lightweight: Software tool with AI models capable to run on a standalone laptop without the need to run remote processes.
Automated analysis: Utilises advanced AI algorithms to automatically detect and classify anomalies, such as biofouling, corrosion and structural defects, in underwater inspection data.
Accurate and efficient: 90% accuracy compared to human based inspection, that cuts down human based inspection/reporting time by 1/3 and cost by half;
Real-time reporting: It generates detailed inspection reports in real time, providing immediate feedback on the condition of the inspected asset and enabling prompt decision-making.
Versatility: Detection and identification of various bio-fouling types, paint pitting, cracks, rust, and foreign objects (such as mines, trackers, contraband, etc.). Ability to process inspection data offline or over a network to generate detailed inspection reports.
Platform agnostic: Compatible with a wide range of underwater inspection tools and data formats, ensuring flexibility and integration with existing workflows, such as diver's camera and/or an underwater vehicle
InspectO can be used as a standalone product, providing a powerful tool for analysing and reporting on inspection data collected from any source. It can also seamlessly integrate with the BlueStingRay AI-AUV, creating a comprehensive and fully autonomous inspection solution.



BlueStingRay & InspectO Integrated Solution:

SAPIIENT offers a combined package, including the BlueStingRay AI-AUV and the InspectO software, for customers seeking a complete and integrated inspection solution. This integrated approach provides users with a robust system capable of performing fully autonomous inspections, collecting and analysing data in real time and generating detailed reports with minimal human involvement.

Key benefits of the integrated solution include:

Enhanced efficiency: Streamlines the inspection process by automating data collection, analysis and reporting, significantly reducing inspection times and costs.
Improved accuracy: Utilises the combined power of BlueStingRay's advanced sensors and InspectO's AI algorithms to ensure highly accurate and reliable inspection results.
Comprehensive data insights: Provides a holistic view of the inspected asset's condition, enabling informed decision-making and proactive maintenance planning.
Lean integration: Ensures a smooth and efficient workflow, with data flowing efficiently between BlueStingRay and InspectO for real-time analysis and reporting.
The integrated solution is particularly beneficial for operators seeking to optimise their inspection processes, reduce operational risks and gain a deeper understanding of the condition of their underwater assets.

AI-Powered Data Analysis and Reporting Service:

SAPIIENT also offers a dedicated data analysis and reporting service for customers who require expert assistance processing and interpreting their underwater inspection data. This service lets us use SAPIIENT's advanced AI algorithms and extensive expertise in underwater inspection to deliver detailed, actionable insights.

Key features of the data analysis and reporting service include:

Expert analysis: SAPIIENT's team of experienced engineers and data scientists utilise advanced AI algorithms to thoroughly analyse inspection data, identify potential issues and provide detailed insights.
Comprehensive reporting: Delivers comprehensive inspection reports that include visualisations, detailed anomaly classifications and actionable recommendations.
Customised solutions: Tailors the analysis and reporting to meet each customer's specific needs, ensuring that the insights provided are relevant and actionable.
Rapid turnaround: Provides prompt and efficient data analysis and reporting, enabling customers to make timely decisions based on the inspection findings.
This service is ideal for operators who lack the in-house expertise or resources to analyse their underwater inspection data effectively. It provides a cost-effective and efficient way for operators to access expert insights and ensure the integrity of their underwater assets.

BlueStingRay-Gen2 (Upcoming Product):

Building on the success of the original BlueStingRay, SAPIIENT is actively developing the next-generation Gen2 version, which will incorporate even more advanced AI capabilities, improved operational efficiency and enhanced performance. BlueStingRay-Gen2 will specifically target customers who require a higher level of sophistication and extended functionality, particularly those operating in complex environments or seeking to reduce inspection times further.

Key enhancements in BlueStingRay-Gen2 include:

Full autonomy: Does navigation and obstacle avoidance independently, without human intervention, significantly reducing operational risks and costs associated with traditional diver-based inspections.
Real-time data analysis: The system employs sophisticated AI algorithms to process and analyse data in real-time, providing immediate insights into the condition of the inspected asset.
3D hull mapping: Generates accurate and detailed 3D models of ship hulls, enabling comprehensive visualisation and analysis of the underwater structure, by creating a virtual representation of the inspected asset while pinpoint anomaly localisation as the mission is under way.
Advanced onboard AI-based computing power: Embedded AI capabilities to our FPGA MPSoC with GPU accelerator for path following and virtual panel geolocation on the surface, ensuring precise alignment with the real asset.
Advanced AI algorithms: Incorporates the latest AI and machine learning advancements further to enhance anomaly detection, classification and reporting capabilities. Incorporate Embedded AI for debris removal and image reconstruction, significantly enhancing visibility during inspectionDelivers detailed inspection reports that adhere to international standards, ensuring regulatory compliance and facilitating efficient decision-making.
Satellite 5G wireless communication: Features enhanced navigation and control systems incorporated with remote control using 5G satellite communicatio, optimising inspection routes, access to the platform by experts and reducing inspection times.
Extended functionality: Integrates advanced sensor technologies, such as sonar-based 3D point cloud mesh generation, to provide even more detailed and comprehensive inspection data.
Enhanced durability: Designed to withstand the harsh conditions encountered in offshore and underwater environments, ensuring reliable operation in challenging settings.
BlueStingRay-Gen2 represents a significant step forward in AI-powered underwater inspection technology, offering customers a powerful and efficient solution for ensuring the integrity of their underwater assets.

Revenue Model

SAPIIENT's pricing strategy for the BlueStingRay-Gen2 product focuses on striking a competitive balance between recovering costs and delivering exceptional value to the customer. The pricing structure is meticulously designed to ensure affordability while offering substantial advantages over traditional inspection methods.

Sale of BlueStingRay-Gen2 (AI-AUV): The target unit sale price for the BlueStingRay-Gen2 is approximately AUD 125,000 per unit. An additional AUD 72,500 can be added to incorporate remote control functionality using 5G satellite communication, providing enhanced operational flexibility. This price point positions SAPIIENT as a highly cost-effective alternative to manual underwater inspections and other automated systems, which often entail significantly higher costs when factoring in advanced sensor technology, integration with overarching infrastructure and ongoing maintenance.

Recurring Revenue Streams:

To bolster the pricing strategy and ensure long-term business viability, SAPIIENT will introduce supplementary revenue streams through recurring subscriptions:

Yearly maintenance services: Provides comprehensive maintenance and support for the BlueStingRay-Gen2 system, ensuring optimal performance and reliability throughout its operational lifespan. The average cost is AUD 7,500 per month.
Software updates: Delivers regular software updates for the BlueStingRay-Gen2 and the InspectO software, incorporating the latest advancements in AI and underwater inspection technology to enhance functionality and performance. The average cost is AUD 3,750 per month.
Data analysis subscriptions: This company offers ongoing data analysis and reporting services, enabling customers to continuously monitor and assess the condition of their underwater assets. The average cost is AUD 3,750 per month.
These recurring revenue opportunities will contribute significantly to SAPIIENT's long-term financial sustainability. They will also provide customers with ongoing value and ensure that their systems remain at the forefront of underwater inspection technology.

InspectO Software (SaaS):

SAPIIENT will also capitalise on the coherent integration of the BlueStingRay-Gen2 with its AI-powered InspectO software. Offered as a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution, InspectO provides a user-friendly interface for managing and analysing inspection data, generating detailed reports and visualising underwater assets in 3D.

The starting cost for InspectO is AUD 975 per inspection. To accommodate the storage of large inspection datasets, a data storage fee of AUD 150 per terabyte (TB) will be applied.

To further enhance the value proposition of InspectO and encourage early adoption, the following subscription options will be available:

Software updates: Ensures that users have access to the latest features and improvements, enhancing the functionality and performance of InspectO. The average cost is AUD 3,750 per month.
Data analysis subscriptions: Provides ongoing data analysis and reporting services, empowering users to gain deeper insights from their inspection data. The average cost is AUD 3,750 per month."

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"This chapter presents a detailed financial analysis of our business over three years. Our projections employ accrual-based accounting principles and statistical confidence methods to provide a comprehensive and realistic forecast.

Profit & Loss (P&L) Analysis:  We'll examine our projected Profit & Loss statement to assess our income-generating potential. This analysis will reveal our ability to cover fixed costs (salaries, contracted services, startup expenses) and direct product costs. Our forecast indicates positive net income from the first year of operation, potentially providing an attractive return on investment (ROI).

Cash Flow Statement: This statement will provide crucial insights into our net cash position, highlighting the difference between cash inflows and outflows. Based on our P&L projections, we anticipate a solid cash flow from our first year, facilitating reinvestment and growth.

Balance Sheet: Finally, we'll examine our projected balance sheet to understand our overall financial position. This analysis will detail our assets and liabilities, providing insights into our financial health and the resources available to support our expansion."

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