Diamond Edge Ventures

Diamond Edge Ventures (DEV) is the corporate venture capital arm of Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation, established in 2018 and located in Menlo Park, California. The company focuses on investing in early and growth-stage firms, emphasizing sectors such as performance products, industrial materials, and healthcare. DEV aims to contribute to a sustainable society by leveraging its parent company's diverse array of products and technologies to provide high-performance solutions. Through strategic investments, Diamond Edge Ventures seeks to foster innovation and support the development of companies that align with its commitment to sustainability.

Curtis Schickner

President

11 past transactions

Boston Materials

Series A in 2024
Boston Materials, Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced composite materials, specializing in 3D reinforced carbon fiber pre-pregs. Founded in 2016 and based in Bedford, Massachusetts, the company utilizes patented Z-axis Fiber technology, which incorporates vertically aligned carbon fibers to enhance energy transfer properties. Its product line includes Carbon Supercomposite, a magnetically assembled carbon fiber pre-preg, which finds applications across various sectors such as aerospace, automotive, marine, wind energy, and sports equipment. Boston Materials' advanced materials aim to improve thermal, electrical, and mechanical properties, offering a roll-to-roll manufacturing process with in-line quality control and an annual production capacity of one million square meters. These innovations enable industries like semiconductors and electrified vehicles to achieve greater efficiency, reliability, and weight reduction while addressing critical challenges in durability and performance.

Vartega

Venture Round in 2024
Vartega Inc. specializes in recycling carbon fiber, a material known for its strength and lightweight properties, primarily serving the aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sporting goods sectors. Founded in 2014 and based in Golden, Colorado, Vartega has developed a patented recycling process that produces low-cost carbon fiber suitable for various applications, including thermoplastic pellets, nonwoven fabrics, yarns, and three-dimensional printing filament. The company’s technology effectively diverts carbon fiber scrap and waste from landfills, contributing to environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing fuel economy in vehicles. Vartega's carbon fiber is available in multiple forms, including semi-continuous, chopped, and milled, making it adaptable for mass-market use.

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 high-performance natural fiber composites made from plant-based materials, utilizing a proprietary process to create products that mimic the appearance and properties of wood. Its flagship product, Ekoa, combines flax linen fibers with resin derived from industrial waste, and is primarily used in the production of musical instruments, as well as in the furniture, transportation, and construction industries. Lingrove aims to address the challenges posed by diminishing wood supplies and seeks to reduce deforestation and the carbon footprint associated with the built environment by offering sustainable, carbon-negative alternatives.

Eridan

Series B in 2022
Eridan is a Norway-based company headquartered in Aust-Agder that specializes in advanced radio frequency communication equipment. The company is developing a digital sampling radio designed for 4G, 5G, and future cellular networks. Its innovative transceiver architecture generates all sub-6GHz cellular signals at full transmit power, significantly reducing the need for traditional linear power amplifiers. This fully digital approach to wireless signal generation is energy-efficient, consuming 5-10 times less power while transmitting the same amount of data. Eridan's technology is capable of operating at any cellular frequency and supports fast data rates across various signal types, enabling customers to achieve single radio capabilities or combine multiple radios to enhance bandwidth and power efficiency.

DigiLens

Series D in 2022
DigiLens Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of optical platform and photopolymer technology solutions specializing in waveguide displays for extended reality (XR) applications. The company offers a range of products, including the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for both enterprise and consumer markets. DigiLens also provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view and reduces component size in heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. In addition to display technologies, DigiLens supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, which assist users in evaluating and developing wearable devices. Founded in 1997 and based in Sunnyvale, California, DigiLens has positioned itself as a leader in holographic waveguide technology, enabling various industries, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military, to leverage XR capabilities.

DigiLens

Series D in 2021
DigiLens Inc. is a developer and manufacturer of optical platform and photopolymer technology solutions specializing in waveguide displays for extended reality (XR) applications. The company offers a range of products, including the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for both enterprise and consumer markets. DigiLens also provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view and reduces component size in heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. In addition to display technologies, DigiLens supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, which assist users in evaluating and developing wearable devices. Founded in 1997 and based in Sunnyvale, California, DigiLens has positioned itself as a leader in holographic waveguide technology, enabling various industries, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military, to leverage XR capabilities.

Fluence Analytics

Venture Round in 2021
Fluence Analytics, Inc. specializes in manufacturing monitoring solutions for industrial and laboratory settings, focusing on the measurement and analysis of polymer production processes. The company provides a system that analyzes polymers during production and a light scattering instrument designed to assess the stability of therapeutic proteins and the quality of both natural and synthetic polymers. By generating continuous data streams and employing proprietary analytical tools, Fluence Analytics enables real-time optimization of process control and accelerates research and development for its clients in the polymer and biopharmaceutical sectors. Founded in 2012 and based in New Orleans, Louisiana, 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 additive manufacturing solutions, particularly for rapid prototyping and low-volume production. It offers a proprietary system of 3D printers combined with advanced print resins and processes, allowing manufacturers to create custom injection molds. This innovative approach enables the production of complex parts efficiently and at a lower cost than traditional methods, while also reducing environmental impact. AddiFab's technology allows for the production of unique batches, prototypes, and spare parts without sacrificing material selection, accommodating everything from soft rubbers to hard metals. The company operates from its headquarters in the Greater Copenhagen area, with a branch in Palo Alto, California. Leadership includes CEO Lasse G. Staal, CTO Jon Jessen, and COO Peter L. Sørensen in Denmark, along with CEO Carsten Jarfelt in the U.S.

Fluence Analytics

Series A in 2019
Fluence Analytics, Inc. specializes in manufacturing monitoring solutions for industrial and laboratory settings, focusing on the measurement and analysis of polymer production processes. The company provides a system that analyzes polymers during production and a light scattering instrument designed to assess the stability of therapeutic proteins and the quality of both natural and synthetic polymers. By generating continuous data streams and employing proprietary analytical tools, Fluence Analytics enables real-time optimization of process control and accelerates research and development for its clients in the polymer and biopharmaceutical sectors. Founded in 2012 and based in New Orleans, Louisiana, 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 developer and manufacturer of optical platform and photopolymer technology solutions specializing in waveguide displays for extended reality (XR) applications. The company offers a range of products, including the Crystal30 and Crystal50 lenses, which enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to create customizable XR devices for both enterprise and consumer markets. DigiLens also provides innovative solutions like the DigiLens AutoHUD, which enhances the field of view and reduces component size in heads-up displays, and CrystalClear, an augmented reality heads-up display. In addition to display technologies, DigiLens supplies light engines and hardware development kits, such as Insight30, which assist users in evaluating and developing wearable devices. Founded in 1997 and based in Sunnyvale, California, DigiLens has positioned itself as a leader in holographic waveguide technology, enabling various industries, including automotive, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military, to leverage XR capabilities.

Freshr Sustainable Technologies

Freshr Technologies specializes in developing compostable active packaging materials aimed at extending the shelf life of fresh foods, with a focus on fresh fish as its initial market. These innovative materials are crafted from naturally derived resources, designed to maintain the texture and moisture of fish while targeting harmful bacteria. This approach not only helps fish processing companies minimize waste but also addresses the growing need for sustainable packaging solutions, reducing reliance on traditional plastics. By combining sustainability with functionality, Freshr Technologies aims to contribute to a reduction in food waste while promoting environmentally friendly practices in the food industry.
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