Developer of a nanosecond pulsed electric field technology designed to offer an alternative to pasteurization or complement it. The company specializes in non-thermal innovative technology of food processing involving the application of short-duration high-intensity electric fields, helping clients to solve the problems of food and beverage preservation and reduce energy consumption.
NapiFeryn BioTech Sp. z o.o., a biotechnology company, focuses on the production of protein isolates from the rapeseed and other oil plants. The company produces protein obtained from the material left over after pressing oil from rapeseed. NapiFeryn BioTech Sp. z o.o. was founded in 2014 and is based in Lódz, Poland.
Operator of the supply chain of wholesome prebiotic vegetable products intended to boost people's health. The company's products improve the health of the human microbiome by delivering the right nutrients for beneficial gut bacteria to flourish, enabling people to strengthen their immune system and contribute to reducing the risk of life-threatening diseases.
Holiferm Limited, founded in 2018 and based in Manchester, United Kingdom, focuses on manufacturing machinery for lipid production and the development of environmentally friendly fermentation technology. The company has created a novel process that allows for the continuous production of biochemicals, particularly biosurfactants, by using microorganisms in large-volume bioreactors. This innovative system incorporates gravity-based separation to efficiently recover lipids as they are produced, significantly reducing production costs, energy consumption, and the need for solvents. Holiferm's technology can utilize food waste as raw materials, further enhancing its sustainability. The company has garnered substantial interest from industry players, having collaborated with firms such as Croda and Godrej to demonstrate its capabilities at a pilot scale. Holiferm aims to expand its applications beyond sophorolipids to other biosurfactants and a broader range of biologically produced lipids, positioning itself as a leader in the cost-effective production of bio-based materials.
Carbon Clean Solutions Pvt. Ltd. specializes in carbon dioxide (CO2) separation technology aimed at reducing emissions from industrial applications, particularly in sectors such as power generation, steel, cement, and chemicals. Founded in 2009 and based in Mumbai, India, the company has research and operational facilities in the United Kingdom and the United States. Its proprietary technologies include CDRMax, which recovers CO2 from flue gases in the fertilizer industry, and Meth Pure, designed for biogas purification without methane loss. Additionally, CCS TGR technology targets CO2 emissions from iron production processes. The firm’s advanced, energy-efficient carbon capture systems can be integrated into new power plants or retrofitted to existing facilities, allowing for the extraction of up to 90% of CO2 from flue gases. By providing scalable and cost-effective solutions, Carbon Clean Solutions helps industries decarbonize and take advantage of the value of captured carbon.
InnovoPro is committed to bringing unique plant-based protein ingredients to the global food market in order to create nutritious, tasty, safe, and sustainable food products. With an excellent nutritional profile, free from properties and wide usability in the food industry, InnovoPro’s chickpea protein is the best choice for the growing plant-based protein market. InnovoPro was founded on 2013 by Dr. Ascher Shmulewitz an experienced inventor and investor, and has made considerable progress in developing chickpea proteins and other chickpea ingredients. InnovoPro has been recognized as an innovator of disruptive technology in the food industry.
NutriLeads is an innovative startup that develops nutritional ingredients with demonstrated health effects. NutriLeads aims to catalyze nutritional health innovation in the food industry by partnering with relevant companies to identify promising lead ingredients, develop sustainable and commercially viable production processes, and initiate scientific & clinical programs to substantiate the health effects of these ingredients. Together we will bring the benefits of the proprietary ingredients to patients and consumers.
Carbon Clean Solutions Pvt. Ltd. specializes in carbon dioxide (CO2) separation technology aimed at reducing emissions from industrial applications, particularly in sectors such as power generation, steel, cement, and chemicals. Founded in 2009 and based in Mumbai, India, the company has research and operational facilities in the United Kingdom and the United States. Its proprietary technologies include CDRMax, which recovers CO2 from flue gases in the fertilizer industry, and Meth Pure, designed for biogas purification without methane loss. Additionally, CCS TGR technology targets CO2 emissions from iron production processes. The firm’s advanced, energy-efficient carbon capture systems can be integrated into new power plants or retrofitted to existing facilities, allowing for the extraction of up to 90% of CO2 from flue gases. By providing scalable and cost-effective solutions, Carbon Clean Solutions helps industries decarbonize and take advantage of the value of captured carbon.
Gamaya SA specializes in farmland analytics solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of both large industrial farms and small-holder operations. Founded in 2015 and based in Lausanne, Switzerland, the company offers a range of tools tailored to specific crops, including SOYFIT for soybean cultivation and CANEFIT for sugarcane. Their Agronomic Intelligence Platform serves large-scale tobacco growers. By leveraging advanced technologies such as hyperspectral imaging, embedded cameras, and analytical software, Gamaya provides farmers with actionable insights for early detection of diseases, pests, and stress, as well as monitoring growth and optimizing fertilization. This approach enables better decision-making regarding the use of chemicals and fertilizers, ultimately improving yield while minimizing environmental impact.
Gamaya SA specializes in farmland analytics solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of both large industrial farms and small-holder operations. Founded in 2015 and based in Lausanne, Switzerland, the company offers a range of tools tailored to specific crops, including SOYFIT for soybean cultivation and CANEFIT for sugarcane. Their Agronomic Intelligence Platform serves large-scale tobacco growers. By leveraging advanced technologies such as hyperspectral imaging, embedded cameras, and analytical software, Gamaya provides farmers with actionable insights for early detection of diseases, pests, and stress, as well as monitoring growth and optimizing fertilization. This approach enables better decision-making regarding the use of chemicals and fertilizers, ultimately improving yield while minimizing environmental impact.
Exasun B.V., based in The Hague, Netherlands, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of solar photovoltaic panels. Established in 2012, the company produces a range of high-efficiency glass-glass solar modules, including black glass, X-façade, X-tile, and X-colour models, designed for various applications such as flat roofs, slanted roofs, and façades. Exasun's products are tailored to meet the needs of building-integrated photovoltaic applications, offering special dimensions to ensure compatibility with different roof coverings and tile designs. The company markets its innovative solar solutions through a network of premium installers, emphasizing both functionality and aesthetics to enhance the adoption of solar energy. The advanced production line at Exasun has been developed in collaboration with suppliers and Dutch machine builders, ensuring high-quality manufacturing processes.
Innosolids BV is a company based in Maastricht, Netherlands, specializing in the production and supply of color solutions for the plastics industry. It offers a diverse range of products, including pigments, masterbatch, liquid colors, compounds, and micro beads, as well as functional additives such as UV absorbers, heat stabilizers, antistatic products, flame retardants, nucleation agents, lubricants, and antioxidants. These products are utilized across various sectors, including sports and leisure, construction, automotive, and medical applications. Innosolids is positioned near the Brightland Campus, which enhances its technical capabilities and access to innovations in technology and chemistry. The company's experienced technical staff has a strong background in research and development, enabling it to effectively meet the needs of its clients in Europe and beyond.
Solesta B.V., located in Barendrecht, the Netherlands, is a Dutch solar energy company that specializes in innovative solar energy solutions. The company has developed the patented Silverline system, which is a flexible and compact solution for generating both solar heat and electricity. This system is designed for easy installation and is durable and cost-effective, making it suitable for both new and existing homes. Solesta's technology allows households to reduce their annual energy consumption by 25% to 50%. The solar energy system includes roof-mounted solar collectors that convert sunlight into heat, which is then stored for heating water in a combi boiler, thereby decreasing gas consumption and CO2 emissions. The system can be expanded with additional collectors or modules, and it can also integrate photovoltaic panels for electricity generation. Solesta's systems have been successfully installed in numerous homes, as well as in commercial settings like the Ronald McDonald House in Valkenburg, and the company has extended its market reach to Germany and Belgium.
Metal Membranes develops, manufactures, and supplies inorganic porous membranes for liquid and gas filtration. The company offers metal membranes for various industrial applications, as well as for conducting microbiological analysis and filtration application processes. I
High Voltage Water specializes in innovative water treatment solutions, particularly through its advanced electro spraying technology, located at its research center in Leeuwarden, Netherlands. The company focuses on enhancing thermal desalination processes by significantly reducing both energy consumption and capital costs associated with water purification. Utilizing electrohydrodynamic atomization and electrospray technology, High Voltage Water's solutions aim to optimize desalination in municipal and industrial facilities. The company collaborates with local and international partners to advance the commercial implementation of its technologies, striving to improve efficiency and sustainability in water treatment.
Squirro is a company that specializes in Augmented Intelligence solutions, aimed at helping businesses capitalize on opportunities, enhance client relationships, and improve decision-making processes. Its core offering is an Insights Engine that leverages artificial intelligence to provide contextualized insights from various relevant data sources, which can be accessed through workbench integrations and self-service applications. Squirro primarily serves global organizations in sectors such as Financial Services, Insurance, Telecommunications, and Manufacturing. Notable clients include the Bank of England and Standard Chartered. Founded in 2012, Squirro has established a presence in multiple cities, including Zürich, London, Munich, New York, and Singapore. The company's focus is on transforming disparate data into meaningful narratives that drive strategic actions.
Photanol is engaged in developing innovative technology that transforms CO2 and sunlight into valuable organic compounds using engineered cyanobacteria. This process enables the production of various products, including biofuels, food ingredients, and chemical bio-blocks. The company employs a team of researchers specializing in molecular biology, biochemistry, and process engineering, focusing on creating efficient methods to capture sunlight and convert it into biochemical compounds. By leveraging its proprietary technology, Photanol aims to provide affordable and sustainable solutions for clients in different markets, addressing both environmental challenges and the demand for renewable resources.
BioActor develops proprietary health ingredients for use in functional foods, medical nutrition and dietary supplements. All these ingredients address chronic health concerns, such as diabetes,osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, that would benefit from preventative measures through the diet. BioActor's product development strategy relies on three simple tenets: a new health ingredient must be based on a patentable scientific discovery; it must be food grade from a natural and renewable source; and its health effect must be clinically proven. BioActor's first product, BONOLIVE, a first in class bone health ingredient that is clinically proven to stimulate bone producing cells, is a great example of this strategy and will be launched in the USA this year. BioActor successfully implemented its product development strategy by establishing alliances with top nutrition research institutes (e.g. INRA, CSIC, Maastricht University, UCL, Ghent University) and by establishing production partnerships with industrial players to shorten the path to market.
Microdish BV, founded in the Netherlands in 2008, specializes in enhancing microbial culture through the design and manufacture of microengineered culture chips and nanoscale reagents. The company focuses on developing miniaturized disposable culture chips and innovative micro-cultivation methods to facilitate the growth and detection of microorganisms. Microdish engages in direct sales of its culture chips and collaborates on co-development projects with both industrial and academic partners. Additionally, the company undertakes service contracts, aiming to establish productive strategic partnerships with organizations that offer complementary technologies. Through these efforts, Microdish strives to advance microbial culture techniques and foster innovation in the field of microbiology.
Greenclouds has developed a solution that significantly lowers the huge power consumption and CO2 emission at data centers, which – on average – use less than 30% of their capacity while servers are running all the time. Greenclouds enables sharing of capacity between major data centers and provides to web application customers that seek close to unlimited scalability with highest performance.
Ensartech is engages in mastering high temperature processes to process highly polluted waste and residual streams of various industries and convert them into various types of energy.
BiAqua is a water technology company based in Badhoevedorp, the Netherlands, focused on providing bio-based solutions and services to address serious water contamination issues. The company targets various markets, including water pollution, arsenic, biofouling, and bacterial contamination, serving both water companies and consumers globally. BiAqua employs regenerable adsorbent technology to enhance water quality by removing phosphates, total organic carbon (TOC), and turbidity, which helps reduce biofouling in reverse osmosis membranes. This innovative approach enables clients to access low-cost, arsenic-filtered water while preventing bacterial growth, contributing to improved water security and public health. BiAqua has established a strategic partnership with Icos Capital to further its mission in the water sector.
Private Equity Round in 2008
ReSteel International develops leading technological solutions for the steel scrap recycling industry.
Ensartech is engages in mastering high temperature processes to process highly polluted waste and residual streams of various industries and convert them into various types of energy.
Dutch Rainmaker is a young technology driven innovative company active in the water sector. Our products feature breakthrough technology with highly sustainable features. The two concepts for freshwater generation have the potential to revolutionize water generation on a global scale. Dutch Rainmaker has developed a truly disruptive technology producing water off -grid, powered solely by renewable energy, with the highest energy efficiency ratings, no discharge and for the AW-product line there is no need to access inflow water.
i-RES is offers development, Realization and Exploitation of Projects to produce competitively priced (sustainable) energy through modular gasifiers based on the input of (an-)organic rest-streams, transforming it to heat and/or electricity.