Sky Sapience

Tethered Hovering Platforms

Aerospace, Defense & HLS
Acquired by comsovereign
Acquired Yokne'am Illit, Israel Founded 2010
Last updated 2026-06-18
Total raised
Stage
Acquired
Founded
2010
Headcount
10
HQ
Yokne'am Illit, Israel
Sector
Aerospace, Defense & HLS

About

Sky Sapience is a company that specializes in developing tethered drone systems. Their primary product is a tethered drone, which is a remotely operated unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that remains connected to the ground via a tether or cable.

The key function of Sky Sapience's tethered drone is to provide persistent aerial surveillance and monitoring capabilities. These drones are designed to stay airborne for extended periods, which is made possible by their tethered connection, as they can receive power and data through the cable.

The primary purpose of this technology is to offer continuous, high-altitude surveillance for various applications, including security, public safety, and event monitoring. Unlike traditional drones that have limited flight time due to battery constraints, Sky Sapience's tethered drones can provide an uninterrupted view from above, making them suitable for scenarios that require long-term aerial observation.

Q&A

What is Sky Sapience's primary business?
Sky Sapience specializes in developing tethered drone systems, providing persistent aerial surveillance and monitoring capabilities through remotely operated unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) connected to the ground via a tether.
When was Sky Sapience founded?
Sky Sapience was founded in January 2010.
What is the current status of Sky Sapience?
Sky Sapience was acquired by comsovereign in February 2021.
Where is Sky Sapience headquartered?
Sky Sapience is headquartered in Yokne'am Illit, North District, Israel.
What is Sky Sapience's primary sector?
Sky Sapience's primary sector is Aerospace, Defense & HLS.
How many employees does Sky Sapience have?
Sky Sapience has 1-10 employees.
Who are the co-founders of Sky Sapience?
The co-founders of Sky Sapience are Shy Cohen, Ronen Keidar, Shachor Gabriel, and Guy Oren.
Does Sky Sapience hold any patents?
Yes, Sky Sapience holds 1 patent.

Team · 4

Founder · Co-founder & COO
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Sectors & technology

Primary sector
Aerospace, Defense & HLS
Sub-sectors
Aerospace, Defense & HLSDefense & HLS SolutionsUnmanned Systems
Technologies
SensingOpticMachinery & RoboticsDrones
Target customers
Defense, Safety & SecuritySecurityHomeland SecurityLaw EnforcementNational SecurityMilitaryEnergy, Utilities & Waste ManagementFossil FuelsOilGasFinancial ServicesFinancial ProductsInsuranceGovernment & City
Business model
B2BB2G

Highlights

1 Patents

Tags

surveillanceborder-securitysecurityunmanned-aerial-systemshomeland-securitydefensedronesoil-and-gas-companiesunmanned-aerial-vehiclereal-timemilitarymonitoringemergency-responseperimeter-securitycommunicationslaw-enforcementsensorsgovernmenttactical-gearenterprise-solutionssmart-mobility
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