Korys

Korys is a Belgium-based family office established in 2000 by the Colruyt family, named after the Latin word for hazelnut tree, which connects to their family heritage. The firm employs a multi-disciplinary investment strategy, focusing on a diversified portfolio that includes listed stocks, bonds, private equity funds, and direct investments in small and medium-sized enterprises. Korys emphasizes a long-term investment approach aimed at generating attractive returns while fostering a positive impact on society and the environment, guided by their "three P" philosophy: People, Planet, and Profit. The firm's expertise spans several sectors, particularly Cleantech, consumer goods and retail, and life sciences, allowing them to invest effectively in companies at various stages, from seed funding to expansion.

Griet Aerts

Partner

Frederik Bauwens

Investment Director

Karel Van Cleemput

Senior Investment Manager

Dries Crevits

Partner

David Devigne

Investment Director

Quentin Dupont

Investment Manager

Brieuc de Hults

Investment Director

Daniel Leuthardt

Investment Director

Katti Van Oosterwijck

Senior Investment Manager

Eva Van Overmeire

Senior Investment Manager

Pablo Queriat

Senior Investment Manager

Gert Ryckmans

Senior Investment Manager

Frederik Simoens

Investment Manager

Vincent De Smet

Investment Manager

Richard Stadler

Investment Manager

Hilde Van der Straeten

Investment Director

Hari Subramanian

Partner

Jérôme Thomas

Investment Director

Vincent Vliebergh

Managing Partner

34 past transactions

Sahyadri Farms

Venture Round in 2022
Producer of fruits and vegetables intended to transform the scenario of traditional Indian farming. The company procures, processes and markets fruits and vegetables from its network of small and marginal farmers including fresh fruits like grapes, vegetables and processed foods such as aseptic pulps and frozen fruit pulps, enabling farmers to export their products abroad.

Trunkrs

Series B in 2022
Trunkrs is offers same-day delivery to webshops, is investing in the electrification of the distribution and distribution centers.

SensorFact

Venture Round in 2022
SensorFact B.V., founded in 2016 and based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, specializes in intelligent energy management systems for small and medium-sized enterprises in the manufacturing sector. The company provides low-cost, non-intrusive wireless sensors that measure real-time energy consumption, enabling businesses to monitor energy flows and identify savings opportunities. By translating sustainability into practical actions, SensorFact simplifies the complex concepts of energy management and sustainability for its clients. Its integrated system not only collects and analyzes data but also offers clear reporting, empowering industries to reduce their energy waste and overall footprint while lowering energy costs.

SensorFact

Series A in 2021
SensorFact B.V., founded in 2016 and based in Utrecht, the Netherlands, specializes in intelligent energy management systems for small and medium-sized enterprises in the manufacturing sector. The company provides low-cost, non-intrusive wireless sensors that measure real-time energy consumption, enabling businesses to monitor energy flows and identify savings opportunities. By translating sustainability into practical actions, SensorFact simplifies the complex concepts of energy management and sustainability for its clients. Its integrated system not only collects and analyzes data but also offers clear reporting, empowering industries to reduce their energy waste and overall footprint while lowering energy costs.

reMYND

Series B in 2021
reMYND NV is engaged in the development of disease-modifying treatments for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, diabetes, and other disorders associated with protein misfolding and cellular dysfunction. The company's investigational compounds include ReS19-T for Alzheimer's, ReS39 for diabetes, and ReS3-T, which targets neuronal hyperactivity in Alzheimer's and epilepsy. Additionally, reMYND provides a phenotypic screening platform to discover small molecule treatments that counteract toxicity from misfolded proteins, like Tau and Synuclein. The company operates as a contract research organization (CRO), offering services to assess the effects of experimental Alzheimer's treatments using proprietary transgenic mouse models. It has supported numerous pharmaceutical clients, including several from the top ten global companies, by providing critical in-vivo proof-of-concept data for candidate drugs in clinical development. Founded in 2002, reMYND is based in Leuven, Belgium, and serves clients primarily in the United States, Europe, and Japan.

Inscripta

Venture Round in 2020
Inscripta, Inc. is a gene editing technology company focused on developing advanced CRISPR enzymes, specifically MADzymes, for precision gene editing. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, with additional offices in Pleasanton and San Diego, Inscripta aims to revolutionize genome engineering through its innovative benchtop platform. This platform integrates an instrument, consumables, software, and assays to facilitate fully automated and scalable editing of single cells, enabling researchers to conduct massively parallel experiments with unprecedented efficiency. By offering tools that simplify the editing process and making its MAD7 CRISPR nuclease available for research, Inscripta seeks to empower scientists in overcoming existing technical and licensing barriers, fostering a new era of biological discovery.

Eneida

Series A in 2020
Eneida designs and develops smart sensors and artificial intelligence applications for resilient and agile low voltage grid. Its product called Deep Grid is a collaborative energy IoT platform for the remote and online optimization of the low voltage network. The company aims to help electric utilities to make the most of their low voltage network. Eneida was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Coimbra, Portugal.

Ampacimon

Venture Round in 2020
Ampacimon SA specializes in dynamic line rating systems for transmission and distribution system operators globally. Established in 2010 and based in Grace-Hollogne, Belgium, with an additional office in Cumming, Georgia, the company develops a range of products including ADR View, ADR Sense, ADR Operate, ADR Trend, and ADR Horizon. These tools utilize historical weather data and real-time monitoring to help grid operators manage congestion, optimize operational parameters, and forecast ampacity over varying timeframes. By addressing challenges such as aging infrastructure and the integration of renewable energy sources, Ampacimon's solutions enable operators to implement low-cost reconfiguration actions and significantly reduce capital expenditures associated with new transmission lines.

VoltStorage

Venture Round in 2020
VoltStorage GmbH is a company based in Olching, Germany, specializing in the development and production of solar energy storage systems. Utilizing eco-friendly vanadium redox flow technology, VoltStorage creates power storage devices that capture surplus solar energy during the day for use at night. This innovative approach allows homeowners to maximize the efficiency of their solar panel systems, ensuring a consistent supply of renewable energy even during periods of low sunlight. In addition to its products, VoltStorage offers installation and technical support services, facilitating a seamless transition to sustainable energy solutions. The company's mission is to promote 100 percent renewable energy availability, contributing to a cleaner and fairer world for future generations.

Urbantz

Series A in 2020
Urbantz S.A. is a logistics technology provider that specializes in last-mile delivery management. Its platform optimizes and controls both first and last mile operations, offering a comprehensive solution that spans from the initial order to the delivery to the recipient. The service is designed for companies of various sizes, including retailers, e-commerce businesses, and logistics operators, aiming to enhance the delivery experience for recipients while reducing costs and environmental impact. With a focus on real-time visibility and reliability, Urbantz enables users to monitor the entire delivery chain and develop a sustainable urban logistics network.

Amphivena Therapeutics

Series C in 2019
Amphivena Therapeutics is a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company focused on developing bifunctional antibody therapies aimed at treating hematologic malignancies. Founded in 2012 and based in South San Francisco, California, the company utilizes its proprietary ReSTORE platform to create dual-action biologics that enhance the patient's immune response against cancer. These therapies are designed to relieve immune suppression while activating T cells, thereby promoting the destruction of tumor cells and their precursors. The platform emphasizes avidity, target selectivity, and safety, and can be engineered to include additional functionalities for targeting solid tumors. As a subsidiary of Affimed N.V., Amphivena Therapeutics aims to provide innovative treatment options for patients facing blood cancers.

Sitemark

Series A in 2019
Sitemark develops a platform and application that help its users improve operational efficiency through high quality aerial data. The platform provides services, such as precise measurements of distance, area, volume, gradient, and temperature. The application developed by the company helps users plan automated flight paths. The company caters to industries, such as solar, construction, and mining and aggregates. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Leuven, Belgium.

SET Ventures

Funding Round in 2019
SET Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2007 and based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It specializes in early to mid-stage investments in European technology companies, particularly within the energy and renewable sectors. The firm concentrates on innovative energy generation, distribution, storage, and efficiency technologies. Its investment strategy encompasses smart energy solutions, which integrate intelligent software and services with hardware components. Key areas of focus include renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and bioenergy, as well as advanced energy storage technologies and energy-efficient applications in buildings and transportation. SET Ventures typically invests between €0.5 million and €6 million in each portfolio company, aiming to support ventures that contribute to the transition of the energy system. The firm also emphasizes the importance of taking active roles in its investments, often seeking seats on supervisory boards to guide the companies it supports.

reMYND

Venture Round in 2018
reMYND NV is engaged in the development of disease-modifying treatments for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, diabetes, and other disorders associated with protein misfolding and cellular dysfunction. The company's investigational compounds include ReS19-T for Alzheimer's, ReS39 for diabetes, and ReS3-T, which targets neuronal hyperactivity in Alzheimer's and epilepsy. Additionally, reMYND provides a phenotypic screening platform to discover small molecule treatments that counteract toxicity from misfolded proteins, like Tau and Synuclein. The company operates as a contract research organization (CRO), offering services to assess the effects of experimental Alzheimer's treatments using proprietary transgenic mouse models. It has supported numerous pharmaceutical clients, including several from the top ten global companies, by providing critical in-vivo proof-of-concept data for candidate drugs in clinical development. Founded in 2002, reMYND is based in Leuven, Belgium, and serves clients primarily in the United States, Europe, and Japan.

MIMETAS

Series B in 2018
MIMETAS B.V., founded in 2013 and based in Leiden, the Netherlands, specializes in the development of microfluidics-based culture plates designed for the cultivation and screening of three-dimensional organ and tissue models. The company's product line includes OrganoPlate 2-lane and 3-lane systems, which facilitate early-stage screening for drug efficacy and toxic side effects. By addressing the discrepancies between traditional in vitro and animal models and actual patient responses, MIMETAS aims to enhance the predictability of drug testing. Its OrganoPlates enable high-throughput screening of customized disease, toxicology, and transport models, thereby providing researchers and clinicians with innovative tools for compound testing and fundamental research.

Greenbyte

Venture Round in 2018
Greenbyte AB is a company based in Gothenburg, Sweden, that specializes in cloud-based software solutions for the renewable energy sector. Established in 2008, Greenbyte develops a software platform designed for the owners, operators, and developers of wind turbines and solar energy plants. Their offerings include a wind farm management system and a solar photovoltaics management system, which provide insights aimed at enhancing power output from these renewable energy assets. Additionally, Greenbyte offers a wind resource monitoring system that supports the management of wind measurement campaigns, enabling clients to optimize the performance and efficiency of their energy operations.

Ontoforce

Series A in 2018
ONTOFORCE N.V., founded in 2011 and based in Gent, Belgium, specializes in semantic search technology for effective information management. The company offers disQover, a search engine that intelligently links various autonomous data sources, enabling users to connect internal and private data with external and public information. Additionally, ONTOFORCE provides schoolKID, a platform designed to manage and share student information across educational institutions, as well as consultancy services to support its clients in optimizing their data usage.

ProDigest

Venture Round in 2017
ProDigest is a pre-clinical contract research organization that specializes in gastrointestinal research for the food, feed, and pharmaceutical industries. The company offers customized solutions, leveraging its expertise in gastrointestinal transit, bioavailability, and metabolism of food compounds and pharmaceuticals. ProDigest employs a human intestinal microbial ecosystem platform and focuses on in vitro simulations to study various aspects such as immune modulation, efficacy, and the final functionality of food and pharmaceutical products in the body. This specialized knowledge positions ProDigest as a vital partner for companies seeking to innovate and develop effective products in their respective markets.

Greenbyte

Venture Round in 2017
Greenbyte AB is a company based in Gothenburg, Sweden, that specializes in cloud-based software solutions for the renewable energy sector. Established in 2008, Greenbyte develops a software platform designed for the owners, operators, and developers of wind turbines and solar energy plants. Their offerings include a wind farm management system and a solar photovoltaics management system, which provide insights aimed at enhancing power output from these renewable energy assets. Additionally, Greenbyte offers a wind resource monitoring system that supports the management of wind measurement campaigns, enabling clients to optimize the performance and efficiency of their energy operations.

Ojah

Acquisition in 2017
Ojah b.v., founded in 2009 and headquartered in Ochten, the Netherlands, specializes in the production of gluten-free foods and meat products. The company operates as a subsidiary of Kerry Group plc as of June 30, 2018. Ojah is committed to offering high-quality gluten-free options, catering to the growing demand for alternative food products.

Greenbyte

Venture Round in 2016
Greenbyte AB is a company based in Gothenburg, Sweden, that specializes in cloud-based software solutions for the renewable energy sector. Established in 2008, Greenbyte develops a software platform designed for the owners, operators, and developers of wind turbines and solar energy plants. Their offerings include a wind farm management system and a solar photovoltaics management system, which provide insights aimed at enhancing power output from these renewable energy assets. Additionally, Greenbyte offers a wind resource monitoring system that supports the management of wind measurement campaigns, enabling clients to optimize the performance and efficiency of their energy operations.

Smartmat

Venture Round in 2016
Smartmat N.V. provides food delivery services in the form of dinner boxes. The company focuses on local and biological ingredients. The company was founded in 2012 and is based in Antwerp, Belgium.

BlueBee

Series A in 2016
Bluebee Holding B.V., based in Rijswijk, the Netherlands, develops a cloud-based genomics analysis platform that accelerates the processing of sequencing data. Founded in 2011, the company provides solutions for research centers, sequencing service providers, clinical labs, and kit providers, enabling them to manage, process, and share large volumes of genomic data efficiently and affordably. The platform is designed to address the challenges posed by the rapid advancements in next-generation DNA sequencing technology, offering high-performance computing and clinical-grade security. By facilitating faster data processing and deep analytics, Bluebee aims to enhance the implementation of whole genome diagnostics in clinical settings, ultimately supporting the development of personalized treatments and innovative healthcare solutions. As of June 2020, Bluebee operates as a subsidiary of Illumina, Inc.

Genae

Venture Round in 2016
genae is the leading medical device Contract Research Organization (CRO) that accelerates innovation through collaborative insights & global expertise with results that matter. Dedicated to Medical Devices, delivering what is promised.

MyOptique Group

Venture Round in 2015
MyOptique Group is a prominent player in the European optical industry, specializing in online sales of prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. By eliminating the need for traditional high street retailers, the group provides customers with enhanced service and cost savings. It operates a suite of online retail brands, including Glasses Direct, Sunglasses Shop, and MyOptique.com, among others. The company caters to a diverse clientele, offering more than 150 brands and 7,000 styles of eyewear. Notably, over two-thirds of its sales occur outside the UK, highlighting its strong international presence in the growing online optical market.

Voltalia

Post in 2015
Voltalia SA is a producer and service provider of renewable electricity, specializing in solar, wind, hydro, and biomass energy. The company is involved throughout the entire value chain of renewable projects, including development, financing, engineering, procurement, construction, and operation and maintenance. Voltalia operates in 20 countries, with a significant presence in Europe, and has developed and built over 1.3 GW of renewable capacity. As of the end of 2019, it had an installed capacity of 0.7 GW and was managing an additional 0.5 GW for third parties. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Paris, France, Voltalia also sells projects and procures equipment for solar power plants, alongside providing maintenance services. The company is a subsidiary of Voltalia Investissement SA.

Eurowatt

Acquisition in 2014
Eurowatt is an independent producer of electricity produced from renewable energy. Actor recognized in France and in Europe, the group ensures all the phases of a project and masters all the activities of the wind: Development Construction exploitation With more than 10 years of experience in the development and production of renewable energy, he is now one of the fifteen main developers of wind farms in France, with more than 160 wind turbines (300 MW) and 78 in operation (154 MW).

MyOptique Group

Series C in 2014
MyOptique Group is a prominent player in the European optical industry, specializing in online sales of prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses. By eliminating the need for traditional high street retailers, the group provides customers with enhanced service and cost savings. It operates a suite of online retail brands, including Glasses Direct, Sunglasses Shop, and MyOptique.com, among others. The company caters to a diverse clientele, offering more than 150 brands and 7,000 styles of eyewear. Notably, over two-thirds of its sales occur outside the UK, highlighting its strong international presence in the growing online optical market.

Parkwind

Seed Round in 2013
Parkwind NV develops, finances, builds, and operates wind farms in the North Sea. Parkwind NV has a strategic partnership with Sumitomo Corporation.

Biocartis

Series D in 2012
Biocartis Group NV is a molecular diagnostics company focused on enhancing clinical practice in oncology through its proprietary Idylla platform. This platform utilizes real-time polymerase chain reaction technology to deliver critical molecular information that assists in treatment selection and monitoring. Biocartis offers a range of diagnostic products, including solid biopsy tests for various mutations such as BRAF, KRAS, NRAS, and EGFR, as well as plasma liquid biopsy tests for ctKRAS and ctNRAS. The company collaborates with major pharmaceutical partners like AstraZeneca and Bristol-Myers Squibb to develop companion diagnostic tests that support targeted therapies. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Mechelen, Belgium, Biocartis aims to improve the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of personalized medical treatments, contributing significantly to the fields of oncology and infectious diseases through its innovative diagnostic solutions.

Agendia

Private Equity Round in 2012
Agendia's molecular diagnostic technology provides cancer patients and their physicians with a glimpse into their genome, answers to the most pressing questions and enables personalized treatment plans. Agendia’s breast cancer tests were developed using an unbiased gene selection by analyzing the complete human genome. Agendia’s tests can help physicians assess a patient’s individual risk for metastasis, which patients may benefit from chemo, hormonal or combination therapy, and which patients may not require these treatments and can instead be treated with other, less arduous and less costly methods.

Planet-eco

Venture Round in 2010
Planet-eco NV, founded in 2008 and based in Ninove, Belgium, specializes in the retail and installation of sustainable energy technologies. The company offers a range of products including solar panels, solar water heaters, gas condensing boilers, heat pumps, underfloor heating systems, ventilation systems, and water softeners. Planet-eco focuses on analyzing clients' energy consumption to provide customized solutions that address technical, financial, and subsidy-related aspects of energy efficiency. Their aim is to promote the adoption of renewable energy technologies while ensuring tailored, effective installations for their customers.

Bricsnet

Venture Round in 2007
A comprehensive and easy-to-use Integrated Workplace Management System. Bricsnet brings your real estate portfolio into perspective, so that you can better understand and manage its impact on your business. Whether your focus is financial oversight, operations or planning, Bricsnet Enterprise provides both global oversight and detailed insight into the issues that keep you awake. Their comprehensive application suite addresses Project Management, Lease Administration, Real Estate Transactions, Budgeting, Planning, Space Occupancy and Utilization, Maintenance, Repairs, Operations and more – all completely modular so you can get to work fast and focus on what's critical to your business.

Inge watertechnologies

Series B in 2007
Inge Watertechnologies specializes in ultrafiltration technology aimed at enhancing water treatment processes for various applications, including drinking water, seawater, wastewater, and processed water. The company employs a membrane separation process that utilizes high-tech membranes with ultra-small pore filters. This advanced technology effectively captures particles, suspended solids, and microorganisms, including bacteria and viruses, ensuring a reliable supply of clean water. Inge's solutions are designed to promote smart and safe water treatment, addressing the growing demand for dependable water sources across different sectors.
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