Ferd is a private investment company based in Lysaker, Norway, with a focus on long-term investments in a diverse range of sectors, including energy, healthcare, information technology, and consumer goods. It operates through several investment mandates, allowing for flexibility in its approach to both private and publicly listed companies. Ferd is particularly interested in companies with enterprise values between $100 million and $300 million, typically investing equity capital of $50 million to $150 million to acquire significant ownership stakes, often aiming for majority control. The company emphasizes active ownership and seeks to enhance the value of its portfolio companies through strategic guidance and operational improvements. Ferd's business model is designed to foster growth in high-quality companies, ensuring that its investment horizon aligns with its commitment to being a responsible and engaged investor.
Kvist Solutions AS is a software development company based in Oslo, Norway, that focuses on simplifying the BREEAM certification process for buildings. The company offers a digital documentation platform that provides a comprehensive overview of projects, allowing users to track progress and status throughout the certification journey. By facilitating effective environmental management, Kvist Solutions enables individuals and businesses to contribute to sustainability efforts. The platform also allows auditors to assess documentation readiness and set deadlines, ensuring a more organized and efficient certification process. Kvist Solutions is committed to empowering users to make informed, sustainable choices, reflecting its dedication to environmental responsibility. The company operates with a team of 15 employees within the internet industry.
wheel.me
Private Equity Round in 2023
Wheel.me, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Oslo, Norway, specializes in innovative wheel technology that allows users to transform any object into an autonomous mobile robot. This unique technology enables the movement of heavy items indoors through a smartphone application or voice commands, facilitating material handling automation. Wheel.me's system integrates a robotic component, indoor navigation technology, and data analytics, allowing for seamless operation without requiring alterations to the object's original design or form. This advancement significantly enhances efficiency in moving objects on wheels, catering to various industries seeking to streamline their logistics and operations.
Nofence
Series A in 2022
Nofence is a Norwegian ag-tech startup that specializes in virtual fencing solutions for livestock management. Founded in 2011, the company has developed and patented a system that allows users to define grazing areas easily through a tablet or smartphone, effectively creating virtual boundaries for their herds. The system features a solar-powered collar equipped with GPS tracking, which not only enhances livestock monitoring but also reduces the environmental impact of traditional agriculture by optimizing pasture utilization and grazing rotation. Nofence's technology aims to facilitate the use of uncultivated land for sustainable grazing, ultimately contributing to increased food production while minimizing the labor associated with maintaining physical fences. This innovative approach is expected to revolutionize livestock management for its customers.
Ludenso
Seed Round in 2022
Ludenso is a software developer focused on creating augmented reality (AR) solutions for the education sector. The company's platform enhances traditional textbooks by integrating AR elements, such as 3D models, animations, videos, and audio support, allowing educators and publishers to craft interactive and engaging learning experiences. Through the Ludenso Studio, teachers and authors can develop inclusive educational materials that enable students to explore and learn complex concepts in a dynamic manner. This innovative approach promotes creativity and caters to diverse learning styles, facilitating a richer educational experience.
360 Logistics
Seed Round in 2022
360 Logistics is a third-party logistics provider that specializes in servicing online stores. Based in Oslo, the company operates an automated fulfillment center that is recognized as Norway's most advanced in the sector. With a warehouse spanning 5,000 square meters and equipped with over 15,000 Autostore boxes, 360 Logistics manages more than one million shipments annually. Their innovative system integrates online store operations with invoicing and purchasing processes, utilizing a cloud-based warehouse for efficient tracking of stock levels and order statuses. This streamlined approach allows clients to enhance their online shopping logistics while focusing on growing their businesses.
Wind Catching Systems
Series A in 2022
Wind Catching Systems is an energy company that uses floating wind as a competitive energy source. Its multi-rotor floating wind technology takes a novel approach to harvesting the vast wind resources found in deep-water ocean areas. Offshore wind operators and developers will be able to produce electricity at a cost competitive with other energy sources without the need for subsidies. The company is currently working on floating multi-turbine technology. In comparison to conventional floating offshore wind farms, the technology is expected to reduce acreage use by more than 80% and increase efficiency significantly.
Shoreline
Venture Round in 2022
Shoreline AS is a data analytics and simulation software development and consulting company focused on the offshore wind industry. Founded in 2014 and based in Stavanger, Norway, the company offers innovative solutions that facilitate the planning, optimization, and analysis of energy production facilities. Its products, including MAINTSYS and SIMSTALL, provide subscription-based services geared towards the operational and maintenance aspects of offshore wind farms, covering logistics, installation, commissioning, and testing. Additionally, Shoreline AS delivers consultancy services throughout the entire life cycle of offshore wind projects, assisting developers, energy companies, and other stakeholders from initial assessments to decommissioning. With a strong emphasis on proprietary simulation and optimization algorithms, Shoreline aims to enhance efficiency and reduce risks and costs associated with renewable energy projects.
Aidian
Venture Round in 2022
Aidian is a company focused on the development, manufacturing, and marketing of diagnostic tests and solutions, primarily aimed at the primary care sector. It specializes in in-vitro diagnostics and point-of-care testing systems designed to reduce unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions, addressing the growing concern of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Through its innovative testing solutions, Aidian aims to enhance patient care and improve health outcomes while contributing to the global effort against AMR.
auticon
Venture Round in 2022
auticon GmbH is a consulting firm based in Berlin, Germany, with additional offices in Munich and Düsseldorf. Founded in 2011, the company specializes in information technology services, particularly in software testing and quality assurance. auticon employs autistic individuals exclusively as software testers, leveraging their unique skills to provide high-quality workmanship in various areas, including static code analysis, functional testing, usability testing, and data analysis. The company's services cater to a diverse clientele, including software producers, IT firms, consulting companies, and public institutions. By focusing on the strengths of its workforce, auticon not only delivers exceptional testing services but also promotes inclusivity within the tech industry.
wheel.me
Private Equity Round in 2021
Wheel.me, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Oslo, Norway, specializes in innovative wheel technology that allows users to transform any object into an autonomous mobile robot. This unique technology enables the movement of heavy items indoors through a smartphone application or voice commands, facilitating material handling automation. Wheel.me's system integrates a robotic component, indoor navigation technology, and data analytics, allowing for seamless operation without requiring alterations to the object's original design or form. This advancement significantly enhances efficiency in moving objects on wheels, catering to various industries seeking to streamline their logistics and operations.
Seagust
Venture Round in 2021
Seagust is a company focused on the development and operation of offshore wind projects in Norway. Established in 2021, it aims to leverage the country's abundant offshore wind resources to advance renewable energy initiatives and strengthen the local supply industry. Seagust emphasizes the importance of cultivating a robust domestic market to foster innovation and expertise in Norwegian technology, which can subsequently be exported to other regions. By prioritizing these objectives, Seagust contributes to the growth of the renewable energy sector in Norway.
NeXtWind
Venture Round in 2021
NeXtWind is a renewable energy company focused on acquiring and repowering older land-based wind farms in Germany. The company aims to enhance renewable energy production by either upgrading existing turbines with newer, more efficient models or extending the operational lifespan of current turbines. This approach not only increases energy capacity but also reduces the Levelized Cost of Energy, contributing to a more sustainable energy landscape. NeXtWind's team possesses extensive experience in finance and renewable energy, having held significant roles in both business ownership and executive positions within European power companies. Through its investments and development of wind infrastructure assets, NeXtWind plays a vital role in promoting the transition from traditional energy sources to cleaner, greener alternatives.
Norkart
Acquisition in 2021
Norkart specializes in providing advanced solutions in municipal engineering and geographical information systems (GIS) for both public and private sectors. The company possesses Norway's most comprehensive data warehouse for geographical information, which supports its mission to enhance productivity and improve citizen services. With a team of 159 skilled employees, Norkart emphasizes close collaboration with clients to effectively implement its innovative technologies. By focusing on municipal technology and real estate information, Norkart aims to contribute to the development of smarter societies.
Antler
Venture Round in 2020
Antler is a British company that has been making well designed and high quality luggage for over 100 years. We have remained at the forefront of the industry thanks to our passion for craftsmanship and dedication to be innovative. Ultimately we aim to ensure everything we do is underpinned by the key pillars of the brand.
Infotjenester
Acquisition in 2019
Infotjenester is a Norwegian company, leading technology and expertise company in HR and Finance. Their objective is to help clients create productive workplaces and make sure that businesses operate to their greatest potential. The consultants at Infotjenester run training sessions, reply to support tickets, and share their knowledge of maintaining the products so that the information you get is constantly up-to-date. The team assists in the creation of new goods and services through their legal knowledge and understanding of customers.
Motitech
Venture Round in 2018
Motitech AS is a Norwegian company founded in 2013, based in Frekhaug, that specializes in promoting physical activity among seniors and individuals with dementia through its product, Motiview. This motivational aid utilizes moving images and sounds to engage users, encouraging them to participate in physical activities. Motitech primarily serves nursing homes and day care centers across the Nordic countries, North America, and the United Kingdom. The concept for Motiview originated from a successful project in collaboration with the Municipality of Bergen in 2012, which demonstrated significant benefits in motivating seniors and people with dementia to increase their physical activity levels.
NKT A/S
Post in 2017
NKT A/S is a global developer, manufacturer, and marketer of cables, accessories, and solutions, headquartered in Brøndby, Denmark. The company operates through four segments: Solutions, Applications, Service & Accessories, and NKT Photonics. It offers a wide range of low, medium, and high voltage cables, including various types of installation and armoured cables, as well as optical fiber and laser technology. NKT A/S also provides cable accessories, monitoring solutions, and services related to installation and recycling. The company's diverse product portfolio serves multiple sectors, including construction, industrial, mining, power distribution, renewable energy, telecom, and railways. Founded in 1891, NKT A/S has established itself as a key player in the cable market, leveraging its expertise to meet the needs of its global clientele.
Boozt.com
Post in 2017
Boozt is an e-commerce company specializing in the online sale of fashion, apparel, and beauty products, primarily targeting the Nordic market. The company operates two main webshops: Boozt.com, which offers a curated selection of brands in categories such as Fashion, Kids, Sports, Beauty, and Home, and Booztlet.com, which serves as a channel for inventory clearance. Boozt collaborates with high-profile brands, including ECCO, Jack&Jones, and Vero Moda, among others. Headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, Boozt employs around 45 individuals and utilizes additional offshore resources in Vietnam and India to support its operations. The company aims to provide a convenient shopping experience while continuously expanding its brand offerings.
Fürst Medical Laboratory AS
Private Equity Round in 2017
Fürst Medical Laboratory is a privately owned laboratory in the fields of medical biochemistry, clinical pharmacology, microbiology and pathology. Fürst Medical Laboratory is the largest medical laboratory in the Nordic region, which analyzes samples from more than 10,000 patients every single day
Pixotope
Series C in 2016
Pixotope Technologies is an award-winning company based in Oslo, Norway, with a branch office in Cologne, Germany. It specializes in developing interactive mixed-reality solutions for live augmented reality and virtual production, catering to sectors such as broadcast, sports, esports, and entertainment. The company's innovative software products and services facilitate the creation of photorealistic graphics and visual effects in real time. Pixotope's platform leverages Unreal Engine technology to produce cinematic-quality content and offers a flexible, subscription-based licensing model. It is designed to operate on standard consumer hardware, allowing users to create a wide range of projects, from single-camera augmented reality experiences to complex multi-camera virtual productions, all through a unified interface that streamlines the integration process.
Benchmark Holdings
Post in 2016
Benchmark Holdings is a company based in Sheffield, United Kingdom, that offers a range of technical services, products, and expertise to support the development of global food and farming industries, with a particular emphasis on aquaculture. The company operates through three main segments: Genetics, Advanced Nutrition, and Health. The Genetics segment focuses on salmon breeding technologies, while the Advanced Nutrition segment manufactures specialized nutrition and health products for the aquaculture sector, generating the majority of revenue. The Health segment provides additional health products tailored to the aquaculture market. Benchmark Holdings was founded in 2000 and has established a presence in various regions, including Norway, Vietnam, and Ecuador, reflecting its commitment to sustainable practices in the food supply chain.
Scatec ASA
Post in 2016
Scatec ASA is an integrated independent solar power producer based in Oslo, Norway. Founded in 2007, the company specializes in the design, development, financing, engineering, procurement, construction management, ownership, operation, and maintenance of solar photovoltaic power plants. Scatec operates through three segments: Power Production, Services, and Development and Construction. With a portfolio of 1.9 GW in operation and under construction, Scatec's projects are located in various countries, including Argentina, Brazil, the Czech Republic, Egypt, Honduras, Jordan, Malaysia, Mozambique, Rwanda, South Africa, and Ukraine. The company aims to deliver affordable and sustainable clean energy solutions globally. Scatec changed its name from Scatec Solar ASA in November 2020 to reflect its broader focus and capabilities in the renewable energy sector.
Fjord Line
Private Equity Round in 2015
Fjord Line AS is a shipping company based in Egersund, Norway, specializing in the transportation of passengers and freight between Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. Established in 1993, the company operates a fleet of four ships across five key routes, including Hirtshals to Stavanger and Bergen, Hirtshals to Langesund, Hirtshals to Kristiansand, Strömstad to Sandefjord, and Bergen to Stavanger. Fjord Line provides services for both passenger travel and the transport of commercial vehicles and goods, supported by dedicated cargo departments in Norway and Denmark. With a workforce of approximately 600 employees, including around 430 at sea and 170 on land in various locations, the company experiences a seasonal increase of about 150 employees during the summer months. Fjord Line continues to expand its services to enhance connectivity between Norway and the rest of Europe.
Petroleum Geo-Services
Post in 2015
Petroleum Geo-Services is a leading provider of marine seismic and electromagnetic services, specializing in assisting oil and gas companies in locating and managing offshore reservoirs. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including seismic acquisition, data processing, imaging, interpretation, and field evaluation. Its services enable clients to obtain detailed images and 3D models of the subsurface beneath the ocean floor, facilitating the exploration and development of oil and gas reserves. A significant portion of the company's revenue comes from its multiclient segment, where it conducts seismic surveys that are processed, marketed, and sold to multiple customers on a nonexclusive basis. While Petroleum Geo-Services operates globally, a substantial portion of its business is concentrated in Norway.
Servi Group
Acquisition in 2013
Servi Group, based in Ski, Norway, specializes in the development and distribution of hydraulic systems, cylinders, valves, pneumatics, sliding bearings, and electromechanics, primarily serving the marine and offshore sectors. Founded in 1912, the company has a long history in the industry and provides tailored solutions for various applications, including navy, aquaculture, oil and gas, wind power, and water power industries. Servi Group focuses on delivering customer-specific systems within power and motion control, offering a diverse range of products that enhance operational efficiency in challenging environments.
Aibel
Secondary Market in 2012
Aibel offers engineering, procurement, and construction services tailored for the oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors globally. The company specializes in a comprehensive range of services, including concept studies, front-end engineering design (FEED), fabrication, installation, system completion, maintenance, operational support, and decommissioning. Aibel's expertise spans the entire project life cycle, enabling it to support clients from initial planning through to project completion and beyond, particularly in the oil, gas, and offshore wind industries.
WiMP/TIDAL
Private Equity Round in 2012
WiMP is a music streaming service focusing on inspiring users to find new music and old favorites. Through local editorial teams in each country, WiMP provides daily recommendations, tips and playlists for any occasion. The service is available on computers and mobiles, tablets and network players. Read more on www.wimp.no, www.wimpmusic.se, www.wimp.dk, www.wimp.de or www.wimp.pl WiMP is available in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Germany and Poland. Key features: Access to millions of tracks Daily music tips Use on mobile, desktop, tablet, etc Professionally edited recommendations WiMP-editors playlists and album lists for all occasions Reviews from music magazines and newspapers WiMP-editors reviews of music history Offline mode on your mobile Genre pages for pop, rock, indie, metal, classical etc High sound quality (lossless on the way...)
Mestergruppen
Acquisition in 2011
Mestergruppen AS is a home development and building materials company that focuses on serving the construction industry. It operates a network of home builders and provides a range of services, including the distribution of building materials, property development, and architectural and advisory services tailored for residential contractors. By integrating these services, Mestergruppen aims to support the building sector effectively.
CFEngine
Series A in 2011
CFEngine is a leader in IT automation, providing software solutions that simplify and automate the management of IT infrastructure. Its configuration management tools enable organizations to efficiently provision resources and deploy applications, significantly enhancing speed and reliability while ensuring continuous availability, security, and compliance in complex environments. CFEngine serves a diverse client base, including major financial institutions and technology companies across more than 100 countries. By focusing on the needs of large-scale IT operations, CFEngine helps organizations increase productivity and maintain stability in their infrastructure management processes.
Smarterphone
Series B in 2011
Smarterphone is unique in offering a truly complete solution for mobile phone software. Smarterphone not only offers the complete software, they also handle any desired customization. They take the software through all project phases, up to and including FTA and operator homologation, and in this manner they can offer the shortest time-to-market, lowest risk and lowest total cost.
Siving Egil Kvaleberg
Series B in 2011
Smarterphone (formerly Kvaleberg AS) provides a complete software solution for mass-market smart phones. Smarterphone OS offer all software components and applications required to build a modern handset, enabling manufacturers to create low-cost handsets with features and functionality similar to that found in expensive high-end smartphones. Smarterphone OS is delivered pre-integrated with the underlying baseband chipset and is compliant with operator requirements. Smarterphone OS represents an innovative approach to application design through use of the latest software technologies, supporting touch and keypad based user interfaces and enabling deep changes in the look and feel of a handset in a matter of days instead of months.
Ship Equip International
Private Equity Round in 2010
Ship Equip specializes in providing broadband and IP services specifically for the maritime sector. Utilizing VSAT technology, the company offers a wide range of communication solutions, including internet, telephone, electronic mail, satellite telephone, and television services. With a global network coverage in both KU and C bands, Ship Equip ensures reliable connectivity for maritime operations. The company is headquartered in Ålesund, Norway, and maintains offices in several key locations, including Oslo, London, Reykjavik, Singapore, Houston, and Seattle.
Nanoradio
Venture Round in 2010
Nanoradio AB, a fabless semiconductor company, provides wireless solutions for cellular handset and consumer electronics markets. It offers multimedia products, single chip system in package, wireless LAN products, mobile phone products, and chipsets. The company also provides software, including diagnostic tools and software development kits to design embedded applications. Nanoradio’s products are used in voice over IP in wireless phones, headsets, portable audio and stereo devices, handheld computing devices, PDAs, handheld digital video and still cameras, and mobile gaming platforms; and convergence mobile phones and consumer electronics. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Kista, Sweden with sales offices in Korea, Japan, and the United States. Nanoradio AB operates as a subsidiary of Wireless Experience AB.
Interwell
Funding Round in 2010
Interwell specialises in equipment developed in-house in the form of custom-engineered plugs for oil and gas wells that operate under conditions of extreme pressure and temperature, and the company is a world leader in its field.
Swix Sport
Private Equity Round in 2010
Swix Sport AS, based in Oslo and Lillehammer, Norway, has established itself as a prominent name in the ski industry over its more than 70-year history. The company distributes its products through subsidiaries in Sweden, Germany, the United States, and Japan, while other markets are served via distributors. Swix is recognized for its strong brand presence, with its products being among the few Norwegian industrial offerings available globally. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Ferd Group, a privately-held investment company, Swix Sport focuses on creating lasting value. The company also owns several well-known brands, including Ulvang, Lundhags, Toko, Helsport, Hard Rocx, and Original Team Wear.
TeleComputing ASA
Private Equity Round in 2009
Visolit AS, formerly known as TeleComputing, operates Europe's largest and most modern common operation platform tailored for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). They provide a range of IT services, from complete IT operations systems to custom solutions integrated into clients' existing infrastructure. Their services grant SMEs access to high-quality IT with top-tier security typically found in large international corporations. Headquartered in Asker, with branch offices in Stavanger, Bryne, Bergen, and Stockholm, Visolit AS aims to support SMEs with reliable and secure IT solutions to enhance their business operations.
Nanoradio
Venture Round in 2009
Nanoradio AB, a fabless semiconductor company, provides wireless solutions for cellular handset and consumer electronics markets. It offers multimedia products, single chip system in package, wireless LAN products, mobile phone products, and chipsets. The company also provides software, including diagnostic tools and software development kits to design embedded applications. Nanoradio’s products are used in voice over IP in wireless phones, headsets, portable audio and stereo devices, handheld computing devices, PDAs, handheld digital video and still cameras, and mobile gaming platforms; and convergence mobile phones and consumer electronics. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Kista, Sweden with sales offices in Korea, Japan, and the United States. Nanoradio AB operates as a subsidiary of Wireless Experience AB.
HELP Insurance
Private Equity Round in 2009
HELP Forsikring is the only insurance company in Norway that is specialized in insurance related to legal assistance. The company offers products as: Residence purchase insurance, legal assistance insurance, ID-theft insurance and consumer insurance.
Eniram
Series B in 2009
Eniram Ltd. specializes in maritime energy management systems designed for the shipping industry, focusing on reducing fuel consumption and emissions. The company offers a range of products, including the Eniram Vessel Platform, which collects real-time data on vessel performance and fuel usage, and various optimization tools such as the Dynamic Trimming Assistant, Optimum Speed Assistant, and Engine Load Assistant. Additionally, Eniram provides the Vessel Performance Manager for crew analysis of energy efficiency, the Fleet Performance Manager for onshore monitoring, and Eniram Engine, which assists engineers in selecting the most efficient engine combinations and fuel types. The company's analytics services examine factors such as hull fouling and dry-dock impacts to enhance fuel savings. Eniram’s solutions are utilized across various vessel types, including cruise ships, ferries, container ships, tankers, bulkers, and LNG vessels. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Eniram has expanded its operations with offices in Singapore, the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom, and it has been a subsidiary of Wärtsilä since July 2016.
Kongsberg Automotive
Post in 2008
Kongsberg Automotive ASA is a global provider of products for the automotive industry, focusing on enhancing vehicle comfort, safety, and sustainability. The company operates through three main segments: Interior, Powertrain & Chassis Products, and Specialty Products. The Interior segment includes comfort and safety features such as massage systems, seat climate controls, and light duty cables. The Powertrain & Chassis Products segment offers systems related to powertrain and chassis, including gear shifters, shift cables, and actuators for various vehicle types. The Specialty Products segment encompasses driver control systems, fuel transfer systems, and off-road products like steering columns and pedals. Kongsberg Automotive serves original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers across automotive, commercial vehicle, and off-highway markets. Established in 1957 and based in Kongsberg, Norway, the company was previously known as Kongsberg Automotive Holding ASA before changing its name in 2014.
The Cloud
Venture Round in 2008
The Cloud is a company that specializes in providing public access Wi-Fi hotspots. Its services enable users to connect to the internet in various locations, enhancing accessibility and convenience for individuals seeking online connectivity outside of their homes or offices. By offering reliable wireless internet solutions, The Cloud aims to meet the growing demand for mobile internet access in public spaces.
ARKeX
Series C in 2008
ARKeX is a geophysical service company that helps explorationists to gain a complete picture and a better understanding of subsurface geology. Through a multi-disciplinary and integrated approach, ARKeX delivers invaluable geological information to oil and gas exploration companies as well as the mining industry. Operating using a variety of techniques, technologies and methodologies, ARKeX provides the answers to meet today's exploration challenges.
Nanoradio
Series C in 2007
Nanoradio AB, a fabless semiconductor company, provides wireless solutions for cellular handset and consumer electronics markets. It offers multimedia products, single chip system in package, wireless LAN products, mobile phone products, and chipsets. The company also provides software, including diagnostic tools and software development kits to design embedded applications. Nanoradio’s products are used in voice over IP in wireless phones, headsets, portable audio and stereo devices, handheld computing devices, PDAs, handheld digital video and still cameras, and mobile gaming platforms; and convergence mobile phones and consumer electronics. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Kista, Sweden with sales offices in Korea, Japan, and the United States. Nanoradio AB operates as a subsidiary of Wireless Experience AB.
Smarterphone
Series A in 2007
Smarterphone is unique in offering a truly complete solution for mobile phone software. Smarterphone not only offers the complete software, they also handle any desired customization. They take the software through all project phases, up to and including FTA and operator homologation, and in this manner they can offer the shortest time-to-market, lowest risk and lowest total cost.
Siving Egil Kvaleberg
Series A in 2007
Smarterphone (formerly Kvaleberg AS) provides a complete software solution for mass-market smart phones. Smarterphone OS offer all software components and applications required to build a modern handset, enabling manufacturers to create low-cost handsets with features and functionality similar to that found in expensive high-end smartphones. Smarterphone OS is delivered pre-integrated with the underlying baseband chipset and is compliant with operator requirements. Smarterphone OS represents an innovative approach to application design through use of the latest software technologies, supporting touch and keypad based user interfaces and enabling deep changes in the look and feel of a handset in a matter of days instead of months.
Napatech
Series C in 2007
Napatech A/S is a technology company that specializes in enhancing open and standard virtualized servers, enabling organizations to leverage the benefits of hyperscale computing. By utilizing its SmartNICs, Napatech improves the performance of IT infrastructure, allowing businesses to innovate and optimize valuable computing resources. The company focuses on a Reconfigurable Computing Platform, which incorporates a comprehensive range of FPGA software designed for a variety of IT compute, network, and security applications. Napatech's products are distributed to end-users directly and through third-party channel partners, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Americas.
Colibria
Venture Round in 2007
Colibria specializes in providing scalable solutions for mobile instant messaging, real-time social networking, and value-added content services. The company focuses on ensuring interoperability between various devices, platforms, and operators, which is critical for seamless communication. Colibria's Instant Messaging and Presence (IMPS and SIP/IMS) services are recognized as the standard for interoperability testing, contributing to the development of global communication standards. Its clientele includes a range of operators and service providers worldwide, such as Telefonica, TMN Portugal, Telia Sonera, and Maxis, who seek to leverage the benefits of mobile instant messaging. Colibria collaborates with several industry partners, including Acision, Alcatel-Lucent, Ericsson, and Motorola, to advance mobile instant messaging technologies.
BONESUPPORT
Venture Round in 2006
BONESUPPORT AB is a medical technology company based in Lund, Sweden, specializing in the development of injectable bioceramic bone graft substitutes aimed at treating fractures and bone voids resulting from trauma, infection, disease, or surgery. Founded in 1999, the company offers a range of products, including CERAMENT BONE VOID FILLER, CERAMENT G, and CERAMENT V. These products are designed to address various medical conditions such as chronic osteomyelitis and infected diabetic foot ulcers. CERAMENT G and CERAMENT V are antibiotic-eluting bone graft substitutes that enhance bone healing, utilizing gentamicin and vancomycin, respectively. BONESUPPORT operates additional locations in Frankfurt, Zurich, London, Boston, and Haryana, India, and is committed to improving the quality of life for patients with bone disorders through innovative biomaterial solutions.
Elopak
Funding Round in 2006
Elopak is a global supplier of paper-based packaging solutions for liquid food, headquartered in Norway and wholly owned by the Ferd Group. The company specializes in carton packaging, filling equipment, and technical services, utilizing renewable, recyclable, and sustainably sourced materials. Elopak's offerings provide a natural alternative to plastic bottles, aligning with a low carbon circular economy. With over 50 years of growth, Elopak operates in more than 40 countries and serves customers in over 80, emphasizing innovation in packaging, processing standards, and logistics. The company generates most of its revenue from cartons and closures, followed by equipment and services, and has a significant presence in key markets such as Germany, the United States, Canada, the Netherlands, and Norway.
Affitech AS
Private Equity Round in 2006
Affitech A/S is a biopharmaceutical company based in Copenhagen, Denmark, that focuses on the discovery and development of human antibody therapeutics. Founded in 1997, the company is actively developing several drug candidates aimed at treating various forms of cancer and autoimmune diseases. Among its key products under development are AT001/r84, AT008/anti CCR4, AT004, AT005, AT006, and AT009, which target cancer and infectious diseases as well as inflammatory conditions. Through its innovative approach, Affitech AS aims to advance the field of antibody therapeutics and address critical medical needs.
Napatech
Venture Round in 2006
Napatech A/S is a technology company that specializes in enhancing open and standard virtualized servers, enabling organizations to leverage the benefits of hyperscale computing. By utilizing its SmartNICs, Napatech improves the performance of IT infrastructure, allowing businesses to innovate and optimize valuable computing resources. The company focuses on a Reconfigurable Computing Platform, which incorporates a comprehensive range of FPGA software designed for a variety of IT compute, network, and security applications. Napatech's products are distributed to end-users directly and through third-party channel partners, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the Americas.
BONESUPPORT
Venture Round in 2006
BONESUPPORT AB is a medical technology company based in Lund, Sweden, specializing in the development of injectable bioceramic bone graft substitutes aimed at treating fractures and bone voids resulting from trauma, infection, disease, or surgery. Founded in 1999, the company offers a range of products, including CERAMENT BONE VOID FILLER, CERAMENT G, and CERAMENT V. These products are designed to address various medical conditions such as chronic osteomyelitis and infected diabetic foot ulcers. CERAMENT G and CERAMENT V are antibiotic-eluting bone graft substitutes that enhance bone healing, utilizing gentamicin and vancomycin, respectively. BONESUPPORT operates additional locations in Frankfurt, Zurich, London, Boston, and Haryana, India, and is committed to improving the quality of life for patients with bone disorders through innovative biomaterial solutions.
Mohive
Venture Round in 2005
Mohive is a software company that specializes in providing e-learning solutions through its platform, Mohive eLPS. This platform enables large, customer-oriented businesses to design and create e-learning courses efficiently using pre-made templates, collaboration tools, and a media library. By streamlining the development and deployment of new products, promotions, and processes, Mohive helps organizations bring their offerings to market more quickly and effectively.
Maripro AS
Funding Round in 2004
Maripro has developed a unique and patented technology for industrial production of start feed for the farming of marine species. Today’s farming of marine species such as sea bass, sea bream, prawns and cod is based on live feed production, which is both costly and knowledge intensive. Live feed production is the major bottleneck for industrial farming of marine species, and live feed also carries risks of spreading disease.
Axxessit AS
Private Equity Round in 2004
AXXESSIT is a supplier of broadband access solutions. The company's products make it possible to build access networks that cope with convergence between telephony, video and data services. Telecommunications operators involved in constructing networks to deliver broadband services to the corporate market form the target market for Axxessit.
Nacre AS
Venture Round in 2002
Nacre AS is a Intelligent hearing system that combines adaptive hearing protection with audio communication terminal capabilities
Benefits Network
Private Equity Round in 2002
Benefits Network is a provider of healthcare reform, compliance, employee benefits, and business insurance solutions.
ANSURA
Funding Round in 2001
Ansura is a research and documentation company developing tailor-made research reports to local authorities and industrial clients.
Agronova
Private Equity Round in 2001
Agronova has developed a unique and patented technology for converting organic waste into high-nutrient fertiliser. The company opened a full-scale processing plant at Moss in Norway in 2001. Agronova's long-term objective is to apply its technology for waste processing at other locations in Norway and abroad. This will involve developing close cooperation with other players in the fields of environmental technology, waste processing and recycling.
Dorsal Networks
Funding Round in 2000
Dorsal Networks is a supplier of turnkey undersea optical communications systems for the global telecommunications services industry. Dorsal's technology developments offer carriers significant performance advantages that significantly lower both capital and operational costs. Dorsal's leadership team includes veterans of the undersea systems business with experience in the development, manufacturing, global deployment, and maintenance of undersea optical networks.
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