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|notable_investors=Temasek, Walden Catalyst | |notable_investors=Temasek, Walden Catalyst Ventures | ||
|spun_off_from=Nanyang Technological University | |spun_off_from=Nanyang Technological University | ||
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Amperesand is a Singapore-based startup developing a medium-voltage solid-state transformer. They were spun out of [[Nanyang Technological University]] (NTU) through a pilot programme between [[Nanyang Technological University|NTU]], the [[National University of Singapore]], and [[Temasek]]. | |||
==Technology== | ==Technology== | ||
Amperesand infrastructure systems are built with solid-state transformer (SST) modules. Each module contains silicon carbide (SiC) devices and proprietary high-frequency transformers that are significantly more efficient, flexible, and resilient than traditional transformers. This modularity also allows scaling for various applications. | |||
== | The product also cuts installation labour by half and shortens the time to power by 10x<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Ruoxue |first=Goh |date=2025-11-19 |title=Temasek leads US$80 million funding in power infrastructure provider Amperesand |url=https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/temasek-leads-us80-million-funding-power-infrastructure-provider-amperesand |access-date=2025-11-26 |website=The Business Times |language=en}}</ref>. | ||
A 80% reduction in electrical footprint and simplified civil engineering requirements allows for faster and more flexible expansion of high powered facilities<ref name=":0" />. | |||
==Intellectual Property== | ==Intellectual Property== | ||
Amperesand is based on over a dozen patents developed by NTU scientists<ref>{{Cite web |last=Zhu |first=Michelle |date=2023-11-01 |title=NTU launches first deep tech spin-out under S$75 million pilot programme with Temasek, NUS |url=https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/ntu-launches-first-deep-tech-spin-out-under-s75-million-pilot-programme-temasek-nus |access-date=2025-11-27 |website=The Business Times |language=en}}</ref>. They have been part of Singapore's National Research Foundation (NRF) Energy Grid 2.0 programme since 2017. | |||
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==Business | |||
==Traction== | ==Traction== | ||
'' | In October 2024, [[PSA unboXed]] signed an agreement with Amperesand to deliver their first commerical units to Singapore's port as part of PSA Singapore's upcoming charging facilities for its fleet of electric prime movers <ref>{{Cite web |last=Tan |first=Justin |date=2024-10-29 |title=PSA unboXed Collaborates with Amperesand on Solid-state Transformer Technology Trials in Singapore |url=https://www.globalpsa.com/psa-unboxed-collaborates-with-amperesand-on-solid-state-transformer-technology-trials-in-singapore/ |access-date=2025-11-26 |website=PSA International |language=en-GB}}</ref>. | ||
= | Amperesand will also deliver additional units undisclosed hyperscale AI customers in 2026<ref name=":0" />. | ||
== | ==Funding== | ||
Amperesand closed an oversubscribed Series A round in November 2025<ref name=":0" />, raising US$80 million. The round was led by [[Walden Catalyst Ventures]] and [[Temasek]]. {{Startup/Funding history}} | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
Latest revision as of 05:59, 3 December 2025
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| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Website | https://amperesand.io/ |
| Vertical(s) | Energy |
| Latest Funding Round | Series A |
| Year founded | 2023 |
| Headquarters | Singapore |
| Active in | United States |
| Spun of from | Nanyang Technological University |
| Technology Readiness Level | Deployment (TRL 7-8) |
Amperesand is a Singapore-based startup developing a medium-voltage solid-state transformer. They were spun out of Nanyang Technological University (NTU) through a pilot programme between NTU, the National University of Singapore, and Temasek.
Technology
Amperesand infrastructure systems are built with solid-state transformer (SST) modules. Each module contains silicon carbide (SiC) devices and proprietary high-frequency transformers that are significantly more efficient, flexible, and resilient than traditional transformers. This modularity also allows scaling for various applications.
The product also cuts installation labour by half and shortens the time to power by 10x[1].
A 80% reduction in electrical footprint and simplified civil engineering requirements allows for faster and more flexible expansion of high powered facilities[1].
Intellectual Property
Amperesand is based on over a dozen patents developed by NTU scientists[2]. They have been part of Singapore's National Research Foundation (NRF) Energy Grid 2.0 programme since 2017.
Traction
In October 2024, PSA unboXed signed an agreement with Amperesand to deliver their first commerical units to Singapore's port as part of PSA Singapore's upcoming charging facilities for its fleet of electric prime movers [3].
Amperesand will also deliver additional units undisclosed hyperscale AI customers in 2026[1].
Funding
Amperesand closed an oversubscribed Series A round in November 2025[1], raising US$80 million. The round was led by Walden Catalyst Ventures and Temasek.
| Funding History | |
|---|---|
| Investor | Round |
| Temasek | Series A |
| Walden Catalyst Ventures | Series A |
| Industry Ventures | Series A |
| Acclimate Ventures | Series A |
| SG Growth Capital | Series A |
| Xora Innovation | Series A |
| Material Impact | Series A |
| TDK Ventures | Series A |
| Foothill Ventures | Series A |
Note: This list is community-maintained and may be incomplete or contain inaccuracies.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Ruoxue, Goh (2025-11-19). "Temasek leads US$80 million funding in power infrastructure provider Amperesand". The Business Times. Retrieved 2025-11-26.
- ↑ Zhu, Michelle (2023-11-01). "NTU launches first deep tech spin-out under S$75 million pilot programme with Temasek, NUS". The Business Times. Retrieved 2025-11-27.
- ↑ Tan, Justin (2024-10-29). "PSA unboXed Collaborates with Amperesand on Solid-state Transformer Technology Trials in Singapore". PSA International. Retrieved 2025-11-26.