Diamond Edge Ventures

Diamond Edge Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation. Based in San Francisco, it was established in 2018 and invests in early- and growth-stage companies across performance products, industrial materials, and healthcare. The firm seeks opportunities that leverage Mitsubishi Chemical’s broad product and technology portfolio to deliver differentiated, high-performance solutions and contribute to a sustainable society.

Curtis Schickner

President

11 past transactions

Boston Materials

Series A in 2024
Boston Materials, Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced composite materials based in Bedford, Massachusetts, founded in 2016. The company specializes in producing 3D reinforced carbon fiber pre-pregs and offers a patented Z-axis Fiber technology that incorporates vertically aligned carbon fibers. This innovative approach enhances the thermal, electrical, and mechanical properties of materials, making them suitable for various high-growth industries, including semiconductors, aerospace, automotive, and renewable energy. Boston Materials' products are designed to improve performance, efficiency, and reliability while addressing challenges related to durability and weight reduction. The company employs a roll-to-roll manufacturing process with in-line quality control, achieving an annual production capacity of one million square meters.

Vartega

Venture Round in 2024
Vartega Inc. is a technology development firm based in Golden, Colorado, that specializes in the recycling of carbon fiber, a strong and lightweight material used across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods. Founded in 2014, Vartega employs a patented recycling process to transform carbon fiber scrap and waste into low-cost, high-quality products suitable for mass-market applications. The company’s offerings include semi-continuous, chopped, and milled carbon fiber, which can be utilized in thermoplastics, nonwoven fabrics, and molding compounds. By diverting carbon fiber waste from landfills, Vartega aims to enhance the sustainability of these industries, contributing to improved fuel economy and significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.

Lingrove

Series B in 2023
Lingrove, LLC is a manufacturer of bio-composite materials based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing high-performance natural fiber composites using plant-based fibers and resins through a proprietary process. Its flagship product, Ekoa, combines flax linen fibers and resin derived from industrial waste, offering an eco-friendly alternative for various applications, including guitars and musical instruments. Lingrove's product line also includes thermoplastic pre-impregnated composites and dry linen reinforcements, catering to industries such as commercial interiors, transportation, and construction. The company focuses on reducing deforestation and carbon emissions associated with building materials, providing sustainable and carbon-negative solutions that mimic the strength and appearance of traditional wood.

Eridan

Series B in 2022
Eridan Technology is a Norway-based company headquartered in Aust-Agder, specializing in innovative technology for radio frequency communication and drug delivery therapies. The company is developing the world's first digital sampling radio capable of operating across 4G, 5G, and future cellular networks. Its unique transceiver architecture generates all sub-6GHz cellular signals at full transmit power, significantly reducing the need for linear power amplifiers. This fully digital approach to wireless signal generation results in energy consumption that is 5-10 times lower than traditional methods while transmitting the same amount of data. Eridan's technology is designed to operate at any cellular frequency, supporting fast data rates and compatibility with various signal types, thus providing energy-efficient solutions that enhance bandwidth and power capabilities for customers.

DigiLens

Series D in 2022
DigiLens Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in holographic waveguide display solutions for extended reality (XR) applications. Founded in 1997 and formerly known as SBG Labs, DigiLens has developed a patented optical platform and photopolymer technology that enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for various sectors, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military. The company offers a range of products, such as the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which facilitate the design of waveguide-based displays. Additionally, DigiLens provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view of traditional heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. Supporting its offerings, DigiLens also supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, to assist users in developing wearable devices.

DigiLens

Series D in 2021
DigiLens Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in holographic waveguide display solutions for extended reality (XR) applications. Founded in 1997 and formerly known as SBG Labs, DigiLens has developed a patented optical platform and photopolymer technology that enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for various sectors, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military. The company offers a range of products, such as the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which facilitate the design of waveguide-based displays. Additionally, DigiLens provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view of traditional heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. Supporting its offerings, DigiLens also supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, to assist users in developing wearable devices.

Fluence Analytics

Venture Round in 2021
Fluence Analytics, Inc. is a manufacturer of industrial and laboratory monitoring solutions focused on the polymer and biopharmaceutical sectors. Established in 2012 and based in New Orleans, Louisiana, the company specializes in systems that provide continuous data streams to analyze and optimize polymer production processes. Its offerings include a manufacturing system for real-time analysis of polymers and a light scattering-based instrument that assesses the stability of therapeutic proteins as well as the quality of both natural and synthetic polymers. By combining these measurements with proprietary analytical tools, Fluence Analytics enables manufacturers to enhance process control and accelerate research and development. The company was previously known as Advanced Polymer Monitoring Technologies, Inc. before rebranding in April 2017.

AddiFab

Venture Round in 2019
AddiFab is a Danish company specializing in advanced additive manufacturing solutions, particularly focused on 3D printing technology. The company has developed proprietary 3D printer systems and specialized print resins, enabling manufacturers to create precise and repeatable molds for low-volume injection molding. This innovative approach allows for the production of complex parts quickly and cost-effectively, while also reducing environmental impact compared to traditional methods. AddiFab's technology enables manufacturers to produce unique items, prototypes, and spare parts using a wide range of materials, from soft rubbers to hard metals, all on a single platform. With operations in Denmark and a presence in Palo Alto, California, AddiFab is led by a team of experienced professionals committed to transforming the injection molding industry.

Fluence Analytics

Series A in 2019
Fluence Analytics, Inc. is a manufacturer of industrial and laboratory monitoring solutions focused on the polymer and biopharmaceutical sectors. Established in 2012 and based in New Orleans, Louisiana, the company specializes in systems that provide continuous data streams to analyze and optimize polymer production processes. Its offerings include a manufacturing system for real-time analysis of polymers and a light scattering-based instrument that assesses the stability of therapeutic proteins as well as the quality of both natural and synthetic polymers. By combining these measurements with proprietary analytical tools, Fluence Analytics enables manufacturers to enhance process control and accelerate research and development. The company was previously known as Advanced Polymer Monitoring Technologies, Inc. before rebranding in April 2017.

DigiLens

Series C in 2019
DigiLens Inc. is a technology company based in Sunnyvale, California, specializing in holographic waveguide display solutions for extended reality (XR) applications. Founded in 1997 and formerly known as SBG Labs, DigiLens has developed a patented optical platform and photopolymer technology that enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for various sectors, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military. The company offers a range of products, such as the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which facilitate the design of waveguide-based displays. Additionally, DigiLens provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view of traditional heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. Supporting its offerings, DigiLens also supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, to assist users in developing wearable devices.

Freshr Sustainable Technologies

Freshr Sustainable Technologies specializes in the development of compostable active packaging materials aimed at enhancing the shelf life of fresh foods, with an initial focus on fresh fish. The company's innovative packaging solutions are crafted from naturally derived resources, which help maintain the texture and moisture content of fish while effectively targeting harmful bacteria. This approach not only extends the freshness of seafood but also enables fish processing companies to minimize waste, contributing to more sustainable practices in the food industry and reducing reliance on traditional plastics.
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