ANN ARBOR, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 19, 2025--
SkySpecs, a global leader in renewable energy asset health management, autonomous drone inspections, and tech-enabled software solutions, has raised $20 million in strategic growth capital led by Goldman Sachs Alternatives, with additional participation from key renewable energy investors including Statkraft and Equinor Ventures. This investment underscores the confidence in SkySpecs' market leadership and its ability to drive innovation and scalability worldwide.
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