Zurich, Switzerland
Tethys Robotics is an emerging player in the Drones and Robotics industries, steered by its mission to Enable autonomous inspection in rough waters. Established in 2018 as a spin-off from ETH Zurich, this Switzerland-based company is innovating with its development of underwater robots designed to address tasks in challenging environments. A focus on modularity and an innovative omnidirectional control system distinguishes their offerings from typical underwater solutions.
Emphasizing the disruptive potential of their technology, Tethys Robotics recently secured a seed investment of €3.50 million on 01 October 2025. This funding round attracted a diverse group of investors, including Redstone, Venture Kick, kickfund, LBank, Alpine Ventures, Euregio Plus, and the ETH Foundation. Their financial backing underscores confidence in the company’s vision and potential market impact in autonomously managing inspections in unforgiving underwater environments.
