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Kadmos

Berlin-based fintech providing an end-to-end salary-payments platform for cross-border migrant workers such as seafarers.

BerlinFounded 2021Series A
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About

Kadmos is a Berlin cross-border payroll and payments platform that lets internationally mobile workers (notably seafarers) receive salaries to e-wallets and remit money home at lower cost, serving shipowners and ship-management companies across 75+ countries. Founded in 2021; a €29M Series A in 2022 led by Blossom Capital (~€37M total). In 2025 it was acquired by Japanese shipping group NYK.

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Kadmos — frequently asked questions

What does Kadmos do?

Berlin-based fintech providing an end-to-end salary-payments platform for cross-border migrant workers such as seafarers.

Where is Kadmos headquartered?

Kadmos is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

When was Kadmos founded?

Kadmos was founded in 2021.

Who founded Kadmos?

Kadmos was founded by Justus Schmüser, Sasha Makarovych.

How much funding has Kadmos raised?

Kadmos has raised €37M (Series A) to date, per DHRMap records.

What kind of HR technology is Kadmos?

Kadmos is categorized under Payroll on DHRMap.

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