Atomionics has received a US$12.7 million Pre-Series A round to rapidly scale its quantum gravimetry sensors for mineral discovery. The Pre-Series A round was led by Paspalis and includes BHP Ventures, In-Q-Tel, Wavemaker, VU Venture Partners, SG Growth Capital, Alex Turnbull, among others, bringing a diverse mix of strategic expertise to Atomionics' global expansion efforts.
September 16, 2025
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Rio Tinto tests “virtual X-ray” technology for mineral exploration | MINING.COM
Rio Tinto Exploration partnered with Atomionics to test Gravio, a quantum sensor, for mineral exploration. The portable device acts like a “virtual X-ray,” mapping underground resources with high precision. Field tests in Arizona and Australia demonstrated its ability to speed up exploration without invasive drilling.
February 17, 2025
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Singapore's Atomionics taps gravity, AI in hunt for critical minerals | Reuters
Atomionics deployed its quantum sensor, Gravio, in the world's largest commercial quantum gravimetry survey to help energy companies locate resources more efficiently. The "virtual drill" system aims to cut costs and improve accuracy in exploration, particularly for metals essential to the energy transition. The company has signed contracts with major miners and is backed by Singapore-based government agencies and investors.
December 19, 2023
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Atomionics raises seed funding to make navigation easy in areas where GPS doesn’t work | e27
Atomionics, a Singapore-based startup, secured seed funding to develop quantum sensors for resource exploration and GPS-denied navigation. Founded by Dr. Ravi Kumar and Sahil Tapiawala, its technology enables precise subsurface mapping and defense applications. The funding, led by Wavemaker Partners, will help refine its product and expand its team.
March 23, 2021
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