SINTEF Venture
SINTEF Venture is the corporate venture capital arm of Sintef Group, based in Trondheim, Norway. It invests in spin-off companies originating from SINTEF, NTNU and other research-based institutions, aiming to translate research results into commercial products. The organization focuses on early-stage opportunities and often collaborates with sector-specialized venture funds to co-invest. By drawing on the group's research ecosystem, it supports applied research, technology development and contract R&D with partner companies. SINTEF Venture targets a broad range of technology sectors including energy, healthcare, information technology, artificial intelligence, IoT, big data, climate and construction technology, education technology, augmented reality, audio technology, nanotechnology and life sciences, among others. The entity operates as part of the Sintef Group's effort to accelerate innovation within Norway's research base and industry.
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Past deals in Oslo
Sonair
Venture Round in 2024
Sonair is a deep-tech startup that develops a breakthrough 3D ultrasonic sensor to enable autonomous robotics with improved safety, affordability, and efficiency. Spun out from SINTEF, it leverages piezoelectric micromachined ultrasonic transducers and advanced processing to deliver true 3D imaging in air, expanding robot perception beyond traditional 2D vision. The sensor aims to enhance safety and spatial awareness for applications in robotics, building automation, and automotive sectors, while reducing system costs. Based in Oslo, Norway, Sonair was founded in 2022 by an experienced team led by Knut Sandven, focusing on advances in ultrasonics and MEMS to provide robust, scalable perception for machines.
Sensibel
Venture Round in 2024
sensiBel AS, founded in 2016 and located in Oslo, Norway, specializes in the development of ultra-high-sensitivity microphones utilizing optical micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) technology. The company focuses on creating microphones that offer optical ultra-low noise performance, enhancing voice control technology without sacrificing acoustic overload point and total harmonic distortion. This innovative approach enables superior speech recognition capabilities and high-quality audio capture, making it a valuable contributor to advancements in voice control applications.
Sensibel
Series A in 2022
sensiBel AS, founded in 2016 and located in Oslo, Norway, specializes in the development of ultra-high-sensitivity microphones utilizing optical micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) technology. The company focuses on creating microphones that offer optical ultra-low noise performance, enhancing voice control technology without sacrificing acoustic overload point and total harmonic distortion. This innovative approach enables superior speech recognition capabilities and high-quality audio capture, making it a valuable contributor to advancements in voice control applications.
Zivid
Seed Round in 2016
Zivid AS, established in Oslo, Norway in 2015, specializes in developing three-dimensional (3D) machine vision cameras and software for robotics and industrial automation systems. The company's flagship product, Zivid One Plus, is a structured light 3D color camera renowned globally for its accuracy and real-time capabilities. These products facilitate applications such as de-palletizing, bin-picking, pick-and-place, assembly, packaging, and quality control in industries transitioning to Industry 4.0.
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