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theDOCK
theDOCK is a vertical venture capital firm investing in and providing industry expertise to startups developing technologies for the Maritime, Supply Chain,...
theDOCK
theDOCK is a vertical venture capital firm investing in and providing industry expertise to startups developing technologies for the Maritime, Supply Chain, and Offshore sectors. Located in Israel, it harnesses Israeli technology innovation and global entrepreneurs to deliver practical innovation. It invests in bold founders in the digitally transforming maritime and logistics sectors. Its ecosystem connects entrepreneurs, corporates, and investors.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2017
Location
Region
Middle East
Country
Israel
City
Haifa
Corporate office
Haifa, Israel
Principals
Hannan Carmeli
Founder & Managing Partner
Nir Gartzman
Founder & Managing Partner
Noa Schuman
CMO
Michal Hendel
Principal
Yuval Carmeli
Associate
Maayan Rosenboim
Associate
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What is theDOCK's core investment thesis?
theDOCK targets the digitization of the maritime industry, one of the world's largest and least technologically penetrated sectors. The thesis centers on applying advances in computer vision, autonomy, and sensor fusion to vessels, port infrastructure, and cargo logistics. Given the firm's base in Haifa, a major Israeli port, it has natural proximity to the operational challenges and engineering talent relevant to global shipping.
How does theDOCK source its deals?
The firm's physical location in Haifa provides uncommon access to Israel's naval engineering ecosystem, which includes talent from the Israeli Navy's technical units and the defense sector. This proximity to port operators and maritime infrastructure companies creates a sourcing channel distinct from the generalist tech deal flow concentrated in Tel Aviv.
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