High-Tech Gründerfonds Management GmbH is a venture capital firm based in Bonn, Germany, specializing in early-stage investments in high-tech startups. Established in 2005, the firm focuses on technology-driven companies across various sectors, including information and communication technology, life sciences, healthcare, automation, and cleantech. HTGF typically invests in companies that have been operational for no more than one year, aiming to contribute up to €0.6 million in initial funding and up to €3 million in follow-on financing. The firm seeks a minority stake, generally around 15%, and provides a subordinated loan convertible into equity, with deferred interest for up to four years to support liquidity. With a total investment volume of approximately €895.5 million across three funds, HTGF has successfully supported over 500 startups and attracted more than €2 billion in follow-on investments from external sources. The firm's investors include notable public and private entities, underscoring its role as a key player in fostering innovation and growth within the German startup ecosystem.
Samp is a software development company founded in 2019 in Paris, France, specializing in the creation of Digital Twins to consolidate technical information for various stakeholders. The company offers two main products: Digital Twin as a Service and As-Built automatic verification. The Digital Twin as a Service leverages machine learning to integrate 3D laser scans and technical data, producing an accurate digital representation of industrial sites, accessible through a web portal. This enables engineers and site workers to efficiently verify the actual state of a facility against its initial design. The As-Built automatic verification service employs advanced algorithms to compare laser scans with 3D CAD models, identifying discrepancies that need attention. By automating these processes, Samp enhances the accuracy and efficiency of facility management and design verification.
Midel Photonics
Seed Round in 2023
Midel Photonics specializes in the manufacturing of laser beam shapers and splitters utilizing diffractive optics technology to effectively redistribute laser light. The company's products are designed to enhance various applications by providing innovative solutions that improve process quality and reduce defects. Midel Photonics focuses on compatibility with leading laser types, which allows businesses to benefit from accelerated processes and increased efficiency in their operations.
Blickfeld
Venture Round in 2023
Blickfeld GmbH, established in 2017 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the production of LiDAR sensors and associated software. These sensors, based on patented silicon MEMS mirrors and commercial off-the-shelf components, measure direct distance information in 3D, enabling autonomous vehicles to perceive and analyze their surroundings. The company's object detection and mapping software processes data from these sensors, facilitating applications in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. Blickfeld caters to the automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors, offering low-cost LiDAR systems to support the mass market's transition towards autonomous mobility and IoT applications.
Refined Laser Systems
Seed Round in 2023
Refined Laser Systems is a biophotonics company that develops advanced laser systems for applications in stimulated Raman scattering (SRS) microscopy and quantum technology. The company focuses on manufacturing innovative devices designed for stain-free tissue diagnostics, allowing for quick and reliable results within minutes. Utilizing fiber-based tunable picosecond laser technology, Refined Laser Systems offers devices that feature fast switching speeds and robust performance, which enhances automation in laboratory settings. This technology enables researchers to significantly reduce the time needed for accurate diagnostics, thereby improving efficiency in scientific and medical research.
Samp
Series A in 2022
Samp is a software development company founded in 2019 in Paris, France, specializing in the creation of Digital Twins to consolidate technical information for various stakeholders. The company offers two main products: Digital Twin as a Service and As-Built automatic verification. The Digital Twin as a Service leverages machine learning to integrate 3D laser scans and technical data, producing an accurate digital representation of industrial sites, accessible through a web portal. This enables engineers and site workers to efficiently verify the actual state of a facility against its initial design. The As-Built automatic verification service employs advanced algorithms to compare laser scans with 3D CAD models, identifying discrepancies that need attention. By automating these processes, Samp enhances the accuracy and efficiency of facility management and design verification.
Blickfeld
Series A in 2021
Blickfeld GmbH, established in 2017 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the production of LiDAR sensors and associated software. These sensors, based on patented silicon MEMS mirrors and commercial off-the-shelf components, measure direct distance information in 3D, enabling autonomous vehicles to perceive and analyze their surroundings. The company's object detection and mapping software processes data from these sensors, facilitating applications in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. Blickfeld caters to the automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors, offering low-cost LiDAR systems to support the mass market's transition towards autonomous mobility and IoT applications.
Qnami
Series A in 2021
Qnami AG is a Swiss company established in 2017, specializing in the development of quantum sensing technologies for nanoscale imaging. The company manufactures non-invasive sensors, including the ProteusQ magnetic imaging microscope and the Quantum Diamond product line, which features diamond probes with single nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers for high-resolution magnetic imaging. These advanced technologies enable the measurement of electric and magnetic fields with exceptional sensitivity, facilitating a range of applications such as the characterization of magnetic random-access memory (MRAM), imaging of proteins, and fundamental studies of superconductors. Qnami's innovations unlock new possibilities in both scientific research and industrial applications, aiming to enhance understanding and improve various aspects of life and technology.
Blickfeld
Series A in 2020
Blickfeld GmbH, established in 2017 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the production of LiDAR sensors and associated software. These sensors, based on patented silicon MEMS mirrors and commercial off-the-shelf components, measure direct distance information in 3D, enabling autonomous vehicles to perceive and analyze their surroundings. The company's object detection and mapping software processes data from these sensors, facilitating applications in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. Blickfeld caters to the automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors, offering low-cost LiDAR systems to support the mass market's transition towards autonomous mobility and IoT applications.
Qnami
Seed Round in 2019
Qnami AG is a Swiss company established in 2017, specializing in the development of quantum sensing technologies for nanoscale imaging. The company manufactures non-invasive sensors, including the ProteusQ magnetic imaging microscope and the Quantum Diamond product line, which features diamond probes with single nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers for high-resolution magnetic imaging. These advanced technologies enable the measurement of electric and magnetic fields with exceptional sensitivity, facilitating a range of applications such as the characterization of magnetic random-access memory (MRAM), imaging of proteins, and fundamental studies of superconductors. Qnami's innovations unlock new possibilities in both scientific research and industrial applications, aiming to enhance understanding and improve various aspects of life and technology.
dotscene
Seed Round in 2019
Dotscene GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Freiburg, Germany, specializes in the development of three-dimensional (3D) laser scanning technology for the real estate industry. The company offers the dotcube 600k laser scanning system, which can be operated on foot, by drones, or vehicles. This system generates computer-aided design (CAD) models, true-to-scale floor plans, and facade projections. In addition to its hardware, Dotscene develops mobile laser data acquisition software that employs simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) algorithms to transform indoor and outdoor environments into accurate 3D models. By providing effective mobile mapping services, Dotscene integrates its technology into clients' workflows, enhancing planning and design processes.
Blickfeld
Seed Round in 2018
Blickfeld GmbH, established in 2017 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the production of LiDAR sensors and associated software. These sensors, based on patented silicon MEMS mirrors and commercial off-the-shelf components, measure direct distance information in 3D, enabling autonomous vehicles to perceive and analyze their surroundings. The company's object detection and mapping software processes data from these sensors, facilitating applications in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. Blickfeld caters to the automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors, offering low-cost LiDAR systems to support the mass market's transition towards autonomous mobility and IoT applications.
Blickfeld
Seed Round in 2017
Blickfeld GmbH, established in 2017 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the production of LiDAR sensors and associated software. These sensors, based on patented silicon MEMS mirrors and commercial off-the-shelf components, measure direct distance information in 3D, enabling autonomous vehicles to perceive and analyze their surroundings. The company's object detection and mapping software processes data from these sensors, facilitating applications in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. Blickfeld caters to the automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors, offering low-cost LiDAR systems to support the mass market's transition towards autonomous mobility and IoT applications.
CorTec
Series B in 2016
CorTec is a developer and manufacturer focused on creating advanced medical devices for neuromodulation and brain-computer interfaces. The company has spent a decade on research and development, culminating in the innovative CorTec Brain Interchange™ System. This unique platform allows researchers and clinicians to devise novel therapies for neurological disorders. Central to this system are the °AirRay™ electrode arrays, which are laser-structured, soft, and flexible, ensuring a gentle fit to the brain's contours for reliable, permanent recordings. The implanted electronics, protected by biocompatible ceramic encapsulation, preprocess data and include a custom microchip developed with the University of Ulm. This microchip amplifies and digitizes neuronal signals across multiple channels, while eliminating the need for battery replacements through an external inductive power supply. Furthermore, CorTec provides additional support, services, and components related to the Brain Interchange System to Medtech companies and startups in the neurotechnology sector.
Pulsar Photonics
Seed Round in 2016
Pulsar Photonics GmbH specializes in the development, production, and sale of machines and integrated tools for material processing using short and ultrashort pulse lasers. Founded in 2013 as a spin-off from the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology, the company offers lean laser machines for applications such as laser drilling, micro structuring, and precision cutting. Its modular systems are designed for beam shaping and deflection, enhanced with sensors to monitor processes and qualify machining results directly in the machine. The user interface and control are managed through intuitive software, facilitating automated configurations. In addition to system development, Pulsar Photonics provides prototype and batch production services, addressing various core processes. With a team of experienced experts, the company operates internationally, collaborating within a network of laser technology manufacturers and users across multiple sectors.
Cycle
Seed Round in 2016
Cycle GmbH, founded in 2015 and based in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in laser technology solutions for scientific and industrial applications. The company provides a range of products, including timing distribution systems that synchronize extensive networks of optical and microwave devices, ultrafast laser synchronization units for coordinating multiple ultrafast lasers, and laser microwave synchronization units that align ultrafast lasers with microwave sources. Additionally, Cycle offers low phase-noise microwave generation units designed to produce ultralow phase-noise microwave signals using optical pulse trains from mode-locked lasers. With a team possessing extensive expertise in laser technology and system integration, Cycle collaborates closely with clients to design and implement tailored solutions, ensuring performance and reliability in active environments. The company also emphasizes comprehensive consulting and support services to meet customer needs effectively.
Scopis
Series A in 2013
Scopis GmbH, founded in 2010 as a joint spin-off of Charité University Clinic Berlin and Fraunhofer IPK, specializes in developing and manufacturing navigation systems for minimally invasive surgeries, particularly in the fields of ENT, spine, cranio-maxillofacial, and neurosurgery. The company offers a range of products, including the Scopis TGS for navigated functional endoscopic sinus surgery and the Hybrid Navigation System, which integrates with endoscopic towers to provide high-definition documentation. Scopis also produces various EM instruments, such as precision pointers, malleable suction tubes, and tracking devices. Additionally, the company provides planning software that facilitates the surgical process by allowing users to create and execute plans in the operating theater. Scopis operates a worldwide distribution network and is based in Berlin, Germany, as a subsidiary of Stryker Corporation.
HiperScan
Venture Round in 2013
HiperScan GmbH, founded in 2006 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in high-performance scanning technologies for laser beam deflection. The company provides compact scan engines capable of scanning laser beams or collimated light beams over large angles in one or two dimensions. These scan engines serve as sub-units for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers across various industries, including metrology and laser writing. HiperScan is recognized for its expertise in light scanning technologies, catering to a diverse range of applications.
p3d systems
Seed Round in 2013
p3d systems GmbH specializes in the development and distribution of systems designed for capturing three-dimensional environments. The company offers portable laser scanning systems that include terrestrial laser scanners and navigation units, enabling the acquisition of spatial data through mobile mapping and 3D scanning. Additionally, p3d systems has created a software platform that allows customers to operate their existing laser scanners in a kinematic mode, enhancing the versatility and functionality of these devices in capturing accurate 3D models of physical spaces.
Notion Systems
Seed Round in 2013
Notion Systems GmbH is a manufacturer based in Schwetzingen, Germany, specializing in the development and marketing of precision inkjet printers, laser treatment equipment, and automation machinery. The company offers high-precision inkjet printers designed for the jetting of technical inks, along with laser systems that provide solutions for ablation, structuring, drilling, and cutting. Notion Systems also focuses on providing custom-made automation solutions, including positioning systems equipped with integrated image processing and alignment capabilities. Their products support industrial production processes by enabling businesses to produce precision 3D parts efficiently and cost-effectively.
GME German Medical Engineering
Venture Round in 2011
GME German Medical Engineering GmbH, established in 2011 and headquartered in Erlangen, Germany, specializes in the development and marketing of advanced laser and light systems for dermatological applications. The company’s flagship product, the Linscan 808, is a versatile diode laser designed for permanent hair removal, skin tightening, and the treatment of skin conditions such as psoriasis and vitiligo. GME's systems are notable for their ease of use, featuring Plug & Play installation, intelligent software, and WiFi update capabilities. Their compact design facilitates transport, making them suitable for various clinical environments. All products are developed and manufactured in Germany, adhering to stringent medical device approval standards. GME markets its products globally through a network of partner companies, providing innovative solutions to dermatologists in both aesthetic and medical fields.
CorTec
Seed Round in 2011
CorTec is a developer and manufacturer focused on creating advanced medical devices for neuromodulation and brain-computer interfaces. The company has spent a decade on research and development, culminating in the innovative CorTec Brain Interchange™ System. This unique platform allows researchers and clinicians to devise novel therapies for neurological disorders. Central to this system are the °AirRay™ electrode arrays, which are laser-structured, soft, and flexible, ensuring a gentle fit to the brain's contours for reliable, permanent recordings. The implanted electronics, protected by biocompatible ceramic encapsulation, preprocess data and include a custom microchip developed with the University of Ulm. This microchip amplifies and digitizes neuronal signals across multiple channels, while eliminating the need for battery replacements through an external inductive power supply. Furthermore, CorTec provides additional support, services, and components related to the Brain Interchange System to Medtech companies and startups in the neurotechnology sector.
PAS-Analytik
Venture Round in 2010
PAS-Analytik Gasanalytik GmbH in Hamburg develops, produces and sells innovative analyzers that detect gases and measure their concentrations. The name of the company derives from the acronym for „Photo-Acoustic Spectroscopy“ - P A S. PAS-Analytik is worldwide the only provider of gas analyzers, that utilizes the proprietary and extraordinarily powerful technique of "Laser-Based Photoacoustics". This principle enables extremely high detection sensitivities and selectivities and allows particularly simple and compact gas analyzers.
Scopis
Seed Round in 2010
Scopis GmbH, founded in 2010 as a joint spin-off of Charité University Clinic Berlin and Fraunhofer IPK, specializes in developing and manufacturing navigation systems for minimally invasive surgeries, particularly in the fields of ENT, spine, cranio-maxillofacial, and neurosurgery. The company offers a range of products, including the Scopis TGS for navigated functional endoscopic sinus surgery and the Hybrid Navigation System, which integrates with endoscopic towers to provide high-definition documentation. Scopis also produces various EM instruments, such as precision pointers, malleable suction tubes, and tracking devices. Additionally, the company provides planning software that facilitates the surgical process by allowing users to create and execute plans in the operating theater. Scopis operates a worldwide distribution network and is based in Berlin, Germany, as a subsidiary of Stryker Corporation.
Limata
Seed Round in 2010
Limata GmbH is a development stage company based in Ismaning, Germany, founded in 2009. The company focuses on developing industrial precision machines for ultraviolet lithography specifically tailored for the printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing industry. Limata's technology utilizes a laser diode-based direct imaging system that allows for efficient patterning of circuit boards by exposing carrier materials coated with photoresist. This innovation aims to enhance solder mask applications and improve the overall efficiency of PCB production processes.
HiperScan
Seed Round in 2009
HiperScan GmbH, founded in 2006 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in high-performance scanning technologies for laser beam deflection. The company provides compact scan engines capable of scanning laser beams or collimated light beams over large angles in one or two dimensions. These scan engines serve as sub-units for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers across various industries, including metrology and laser writing. HiperScan is recognized for its expertise in light scanning technologies, catering to a diverse range of applications.
Luphos
Seed Round in 2008
Luphos is a company focused on developing ultra-high precision optical distance and topology measurement systems for industrial process and quality control applications. Founded in 2006, Luphos provides solutions that enable non-contact distance measurements with nanometer precision, addressing a variety of measurement tasks. The company has created a 4-axis measurement platform designed to measure the topology of rotationally symmetric objects, whether they have rough or polished surfaces. Additionally, Luphos employs multi-wavelength interferometry sensors to enhance measurement accuracy and efficiency.
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