Kineo Finance

Kineo Finance, founded in 2016 and based in Basel, Switzerland, specializes in providing innovative financing solutions for companies focusing on the commercialization of new technologies and equipment. Originally operating under the name DiaMedCare, Kineo offers tailored venture leasing and working capital solutions designed for young companies with hardware components in their products. The firm enables these companies to implement flexible "equipment-as-a-service" models through pay-per-use, rental, or subscription options. Kineo Finance is supported by large institutional investors and boasts a broad industry network, allowing it to actively assist high-growth companies in accelerating the market entry of their innovations, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, life sciences, robotics, the Internet of Things, and logistics.

Gerhard Ries

Founder and CEO

11 past transactions

Clarix Imaging

Venture Round in 2023
Medical Imaging

Microsure

Series B in 2023
Microsure is a medical device company based in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, founded in 2014. It specializes in the development of innovative solutions for microsurgery, focusing on enhancing surgical performance through its motion stabilizer system. This device assists microsurgeons by scaling down motion and filtering out tremors, thereby providing extraordinary control and precision during procedures. The system aims to improve the quality of microsurgical operations, enabling the exploration of new and highly accurate surgical techniques that were previously unavailable. Microsure's technology has been successfully tested in clinical trials, demonstrating its effectiveness in lymphedema surgeries. By facilitating the use of surgeons' own micro-instruments, the device also aims to reduce costs for healthcare facilities while increasing the number of treatment options available for patients.

Storebox

Series B in 2023
Storebox is the first fully digitized self-storage solution in Europe, with more than 290 locations in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium and Netherlands. The company offers storage spaces for private and business purposes, which are automatically accessible at any time. With the successful and awarded franchise system, Storebox manages to grow and will continue to expand within Europe. As a logistics partner Storebox helps to optimize last-mile logistics processes. Therefore it offers a wide range of customizable logistics solutions for business customers. There are two trends that are significant for Storebox, on the one hand urbanization and on the other hand the boom in e-commerce. Due to the growing e-commerce there are more and more empty retail spaces. Storebox has set itself the task of taking over these and transforming them into fully automated self-storage facilities. Due to increasing urbanization and the resulting downsizing of living space, it also requires more storage options. Urban development is also looking to micro hubs to enable rapid deliveries. These developments will continue and the network of storage and logistics solutions will have to become even denser. Our vision at Storeboxis clear: we shape logistics of tomorrow. To this end, we are eagerly pursuing our mission to grow into the largest and most innovative urban logistics network in Europe.

Kiwibot

Venture Round in 2023
Kiwibot is a pioneer in the development of autonomous robotic systems, specializing in sidewalk delivery robots that operate independently and efficiently. The company focuses on creating a sustainable robotic delivery infrastructure, offering on-demand delivery solutions that include food delivery drones. These robots are designed to reduce delivery costs, allowing businesses to provide faster and more hygienic service to their customers at affordable prices. Kiwibot's innovative approach aims to transform the delivery landscape by leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and convenience in urban environments.

UpLyft

Debt Financing in 2022
UpLyft is the first seated self-transfer system between bed and wheelchair for people with limited mobility.

Grand perspective

Series A in 2022
Grandperspective offers an early warning system for dangerous gases that covers entire industrial areas. The company visualizes and locates dangerous gas clouds and warns in real time against gas leaks and fugitive emissions using optical sensor devices that detect a wide range of chemicals from a distance.

Arviem

Venture Round in 2022
Arviem AG provides comprehensive global trade monitoring and management services, focusing on cargo security and supply chain visibility. With a fully managed cargo security solution, the company offers in-transit monitoring for shipments across land, sea, and air, ensuring clients receive independent and reliable data on the location and condition of their cargo. Arviem's services encompass trade monitoring, analytics, and operations support, along with advisory services such as business consulting, system integration, and compliance. The company serves various sectors, including consumer products, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and logistics, catering to importers, exporters, and logistics service providers in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Arviem has established strategic partnerships with several technology firms to enhance its service offerings and optimize supply chain operations for its clients. Based in Rotkreuz, Switzerland, Arviem is dedicated to enabling real-time, data-driven decision-making for businesses engaged in global trade.

Southie Autonomy

Debt Financing in 2022
Southie Autonomy is a Boston-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing software for industrial robots, allowing them to be easily repurposed and redeployed by individuals without robotics expertise or technical skills. The company's innovative automation system facilitates quick setup and execution of various robotic tasks, such as kitting, palletizing, and simple assembly, increasing the feasibility of automation in diverse industrial applications. By lowering the time, cost, and skill barriers traditionally associated with robotic deployment, Southie Autonomy enables businesses to achieve a faster return on investment and justifies the use of automation in previously impractical scenarios.

Southie Autonomy

Seed Round in 2022
Southie Autonomy is a Boston-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing software for industrial robots, allowing them to be easily repurposed and redeployed by individuals without robotics expertise or technical skills. The company's innovative automation system facilitates quick setup and execution of various robotic tasks, such as kitting, palletizing, and simple assembly, increasing the feasibility of automation in diverse industrial applications. By lowering the time, cost, and skill barriers traditionally associated with robotic deployment, Southie Autonomy enables businesses to achieve a faster return on investment and justifies the use of automation in previously impractical scenarios.

Storebox

Series B in 2021
Storebox is the first fully digitized self-storage solution in Europe, with more than 290 locations in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium and Netherlands. The company offers storage spaces for private and business purposes, which are automatically accessible at any time. With the successful and awarded franchise system, Storebox manages to grow and will continue to expand within Europe. As a logistics partner Storebox helps to optimize last-mile logistics processes. Therefore it offers a wide range of customizable logistics solutions for business customers. There are two trends that are significant for Storebox, on the one hand urbanization and on the other hand the boom in e-commerce. Due to the growing e-commerce there are more and more empty retail spaces. Storebox has set itself the task of taking over these and transforming them into fully automated self-storage facilities. Due to increasing urbanization and the resulting downsizing of living space, it also requires more storage options. Urban development is also looking to micro hubs to enable rapid deliveries. These developments will continue and the network of storage and logistics solutions will have to become even denser. Our vision at Storeboxis clear: we shape logistics of tomorrow. To this end, we are eagerly pursuing our mission to grow into the largest and most innovative urban logistics network in Europe.

Nexxiot

Debt Financing in 2019
Nexxiot is a company focused on the digitalization of equipment and infrastructure, aiming to help clients achieve their growth and sustainability objectives. Its Asset Intelligence technology converts railcars and shipping containers into connected devices, enabling the automation of processes and the optimization of operations. This technology facilitates safer, easier, and cleaner transportation of passengers and freight within the global logistics network. Based in Zurich, Nexxiot operates across Europe and the United States, supported by a diverse team drawn from 28 different countries. The company's offerings include sensor-based tracking products and a logistics management platform that provides features such as time monitoring, predictive actions, fleet usage management, route design, and freight security, allowing clients to track and monitor their products efficiently and securely.
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