Daphne Technology

Daphne Technology is a Swiss climate deep-tech company founded in 2018 that develops innovative solutions to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and toxic pollutants in hard-to-decarbonize industries. The company's core technology is an exhaust gas purification system that can be applied to various types of fuels and industries, with a primary focus on the maritime sector and expanding into land-based applications. Daphne's product lineup includes SlipPure, which removes methane from exhaust gases, converting it instantaneously into less harmful substances. This process is significantly faster than the natural atmospheric oxidation of methane. Another product, SulPure, captures sulphur oxides from exhaust gases and converts them into ammonium sulphate fertilizer, contributing to the circular economy. The company also offers PureMetrics, a software solution that provides real-time, high-accuracy measurements of GHG emissions, particularly carbon dioxide and methane. This software helps companies establish baselines for sustainability efforts, comply with regulations, and optimize their operations for reduced fuel consumption and emissions. In addition to its existing products, Daphne Technology has licensed technology from Saudi Aramco to capture carbon dioxide, aiming to offer a more comprehensive emissions reduction solution. The company's innovations have garnered recognition, including a top 10 ranking in the 100 TOP Swiss startup Awards, a Maritime Innovation Award, and the inaugural Ocean Solutions Award at the Nor-Shipping Awards. Daphne Technology was also voted the top deep-tech company in Switzerland and received the Deep-Tech/Life Science Award at the 25th Swiss Economic Award.

Key customers and partnerships

Daphne Technology's client base includes companies in energy-intensive industries, particularly in the shipping sector. The company has also received support from strategic investors such as Shell Ventures, Trafigura, AET Tankers, and Saudi Aramco Energy Ventures. In March 2022, Daphne Technology secured additional funding from Swisscom, private investors introduced through UBS Growth Advisory, and ONE CREATION. The company has also been backed by the EU's Horizon 2020 programme.