CoreMedic
Series B in 2025
CoreMedic AG, established in 2012 as a spin-out from the University of Bern's Heart Center, specializes in developing and manufacturing innovative devices for treating heart valve diseases, focusing on mitral valve regurgitation (MR). The company's flagship product is ChordArt, a minimally invasive, trans-femoral mitral valve repair system designed to address MR by replacing ruptured or elongated chordae. CoreMedic offers two systems facilitating the delivery and deployment of the implant, along with ChordArt S and ChordArt C, which reduce procedural invasiveness and enable vascular route repairs respectively. Headquartered in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland, the company aims to provide effective, minimally invasive alternatives to traditional open-heart surgery for patients with MR.
AMSilk GmbH is a Munich-based company that specializes in the production of spider silk proteins and other biomaterials for a variety of industrial applications. Founded in 2008, AMSilk manufactures high-quality silk biopolymers that serve diverse sectors, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and technical textiles. Its product offerings include BioShield-S1, a non-immunogenic spider silk film for protective coatings, as well as biosteel spider silk fibers. The company also develops a range of wound care products and surgical applications, such as the SanaSilk durable skin barrier. Additionally, AMSilk provides spider silk protein beads and coatings for medical technology, alongside nonwovens for filters, wound dressings, and specialty textiles. Utilizing a patented biotechnological process, AMSilk's materials are fully biodegradable under aerobic and marine conditions, promoting sustainability in various applications. The company collaborates with partners like Gruschwitz Textilwerke AG to enhance its product offerings.
KEWAZO GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Gilching, Germany, specializes in developing robotic systems designed to enhance material transport on construction sites. The company's primary offering, the robotic material hoist LIFTBOT, automates the vertical and horizontal movement of scaffolding components, allowing for safe, just-in-time delivery during assembly. By integrating robotics and data analytics, KEWAZO addresses labor shortages, reduces labor costs by up to 44%, and improves safety on site. Additionally, the company collects operational data from its robotic systems, which is provided to clients through a data analytics platform, facilitating more proactive management of construction projects and overall operations.
NavVis
Venture Round in 2021
NavVis GmbH, established in 2013 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in indoor spatial intelligence solutions. The company offers the NavVis M6, a mobile mapping system that captures 360° immersive imagery and point clouds for large-scale scanning projects. NavVis IndoorViewer, their digital twin software, combines point clouds with highly detailed 360° images, enabling stakeholders to explore and interact with scanned spaces. Their solutions cater to various industries, including automotive, construction, real estate, and insurance, serving applications such as CAD/BIM modeling, factory planning, and indoor mapping. NavVis' technology bridges the gap between the physical and digital worlds, providing high-quality data with survey-grade accuracy at speed and scale, thereby driving operational efficiencies and informed decision-making.
Efficient Energy
Series A in 2021
Efficient Energy GmbH, based in Feldkirchen near Munich, Germany, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of environmentally friendly refrigeration systems for both industrial and home applications. Established in 2006, the company is recognized for its innovative eChiller, which utilizes pure water as a refrigerant, effectively avoiding the use of harmful fluorinated gases. This technology addresses regulatory challenges in refrigeration while providing efficient cooling solutions for data centers, server rooms, and various industrial processes. The eChiller models offer cooling capacities ranging from 35 kW to 120 kW and are designed to deliver cost efficiency and a low carbon footprint. Efficient Energy also provides a range of services, including consulting, planning, installation, and maintenance, ensuring optimal energy efficiency for its clients. The company's pioneering work has garnered multiple awards, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices in refrigeration technology.
iOmx Therapeutics
Series B in 2021
iOmx Therapeutics AG is a Munich-based company specializing in immuno-oncology target discovery and drug development. The company focuses on creating first-in-class cancer therapeutics that target novel immune checkpoint modulators present on tumor cells. Utilizing a proprietary siRNA-based screening technology, iOmx systematically analyzes human tumor cells to identify innovative therapeutic targets and understand their mechanisms of action. The company's approach is rooted in the principles of cancer immune-checkpoint therapy, which aims to overcome tumors' inherent resistance to immune attacks. This resistance is often mediated by cell surface molecules that inhibit T cell activation. By neutralizing these negative interactions, iOmx Therapeutics seeks to reactivate the host immune response, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness of cancer treatments.
KEWAZO GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Gilching, Germany, specializes in developing robotic systems designed to enhance material transport on construction sites. The company's primary offering, the robotic material hoist LIFTBOT, automates the vertical and horizontal movement of scaffolding components, allowing for safe, just-in-time delivery during assembly. By integrating robotics and data analytics, KEWAZO addresses labor shortages, reduces labor costs by up to 44%, and improves safety on site. Additionally, the company collects operational data from its robotic systems, which is provided to clients through a data analytics platform, facilitating more proactive management of construction projects and overall operations.
AMSilk GmbH is a Munich-based company that specializes in the production of spider silk proteins and other biomaterials for a variety of industrial applications. Founded in 2008, AMSilk manufactures high-quality silk biopolymers that serve diverse sectors, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and technical textiles. Its product offerings include BioShield-S1, a non-immunogenic spider silk film for protective coatings, as well as biosteel spider silk fibers. The company also develops a range of wound care products and surgical applications, such as the SanaSilk durable skin barrier. Additionally, AMSilk provides spider silk protein beads and coatings for medical technology, alongside nonwovens for filters, wound dressings, and specialty textiles. Utilizing a patented biotechnological process, AMSilk's materials are fully biodegradable under aerobic and marine conditions, promoting sustainability in various applications. The company collaborates with partners like Gruschwitz Textilwerke AG to enhance its product offerings.
Efficient Energy
Venture Round in 2020
Efficient Energy GmbH, based in Feldkirchen near Munich, Germany, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of environmentally friendly refrigeration systems for both industrial and home applications. Established in 2006, the company is recognized for its innovative eChiller, which utilizes pure water as a refrigerant, effectively avoiding the use of harmful fluorinated gases. This technology addresses regulatory challenges in refrigeration while providing efficient cooling solutions for data centers, server rooms, and various industrial processes. The eChiller models offer cooling capacities ranging from 35 kW to 120 kW and are designed to deliver cost efficiency and a low carbon footprint. Efficient Energy also provides a range of services, including consulting, planning, installation, and maintenance, ensuring optimal energy efficiency for its clients. The company's pioneering work has garnered multiple awards, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices in refrigeration technology.
KEWAZO GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Gilching, Germany, specializes in developing robotic systems designed to enhance material transport on construction sites. The company's primary offering, the robotic material hoist LIFTBOT, automates the vertical and horizontal movement of scaffolding components, allowing for safe, just-in-time delivery during assembly. By integrating robotics and data analytics, KEWAZO addresses labor shortages, reduces labor costs by up to 44%, and improves safety on site. Additionally, the company collects operational data from its robotic systems, which is provided to clients through a data analytics platform, facilitating more proactive management of construction projects and overall operations.
Biocrates Life Sciences
Venture Round in 2019
Biocrates Life Sciences AG is a biotechnology company based in Innsbruck, Austria, specializing in targeted metabolic phenotyping solutions. Founded in 2002, the company develops and markets mass-spectrometry based kits and services that facilitate the analysis of endogenous metabolites. These tools are essential for discovering and validating biomarkers associated with complex multifactorial diseases, including cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. Biocrates provides a comprehensive metabolomics platform that integrates automated sample preparation workflows with advanced mass-spectrometric techniques, enabling rapid and reliable identification of hundreds of metabolites. Their products and services cater to a wide range of research areas, such as cardiovascular health, diabetes, endocrinology, pharmacology, and more. Biocrates Life Sciences distributes its solutions through authorized partners across various regions, including the Middle East, Europe, and parts of Asia.
CYNORA GmbH is a Bruchsal, Germany-based company specializing in the development and manufacturing of organic electronics, particularly for organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays. Founded in 2008, CYNORA focuses on creating advanced materials that utilize Thermally Activated Delayed Fluorescence (TADF) technology to produce efficient blue and green emitters. These emitters are designed to enhance the power efficiency and color contrast of OLED devices, addressing the growing demand for thinner, flexible screens with improved performance and lower energy consumption. By providing iridium-free, purely organic emitter systems tailored for modern vacuum processing, CYNORA aims to deliver significant value to OLED producers and meet the evolving expectations within the display market.
Efficient Energy
Venture Round in 2019
Efficient Energy GmbH, based in Feldkirchen near Munich, Germany, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of environmentally friendly refrigeration systems for both industrial and home applications. Established in 2006, the company is recognized for its innovative eChiller, which utilizes pure water as a refrigerant, effectively avoiding the use of harmful fluorinated gases. This technology addresses regulatory challenges in refrigeration while providing efficient cooling solutions for data centers, server rooms, and various industrial processes. The eChiller models offer cooling capacities ranging from 35 kW to 120 kW and are designed to deliver cost efficiency and a low carbon footprint. Efficient Energy also provides a range of services, including consulting, planning, installation, and maintenance, ensuring optimal energy efficiency for its clients. The company's pioneering work has garnered multiple awards, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices in refrigeration technology.
KONUX GmbH is a German company based in Munich, founded in 2014, that specializes in developing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions for railway and industrial applications. The company integrates smart sensor systems with artificial intelligence-driven analytics to provide real-time monitoring of asset and infrastructure conditions, enabling predictive maintenance and enhancing operational efficiency. KONUX's offerings include switch monitoring, asset monitoring, rolling stock monitoring, anomaly detection, and customized hardware solutions. By leveraging machine learning and IoT technologies, KONUX aims to transform railway operations, making them more sustainable, reliable, and cost-effective. The company has expanded its footprint across Europe and Asia and has gained recognition as one of the most innovative startups globally, underscoring its commitment to modernizing transportation systems.
NavVis GmbH, established in 2013 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in indoor spatial intelligence solutions. The company offers the NavVis M6, a mobile mapping system that captures 360° immersive imagery and point clouds for large-scale scanning projects. NavVis IndoorViewer, their digital twin software, combines point clouds with highly detailed 360° images, enabling stakeholders to explore and interact with scanned spaces. Their solutions cater to various industries, including automotive, construction, real estate, and insurance, serving applications such as CAD/BIM modeling, factory planning, and indoor mapping. NavVis' technology bridges the gap between the physical and digital worlds, providing high-quality data with survey-grade accuracy at speed and scale, thereby driving operational efficiencies and informed decision-making.
Efficient Energy
Venture Round in 2018
Efficient Energy GmbH, based in Feldkirchen near Munich, Germany, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of environmentally friendly refrigeration systems for both industrial and home applications. Established in 2006, the company is recognized for its innovative eChiller, which utilizes pure water as a refrigerant, effectively avoiding the use of harmful fluorinated gases. This technology addresses regulatory challenges in refrigeration while providing efficient cooling solutions for data centers, server rooms, and various industrial processes. The eChiller models offer cooling capacities ranging from 35 kW to 120 kW and are designed to deliver cost efficiency and a low carbon footprint. Efficient Energy also provides a range of services, including consulting, planning, installation, and maintenance, ensuring optimal energy efficiency for its clients. The company's pioneering work has garnered multiple awards, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices in refrigeration technology.
KEWAZO GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Gilching, Germany, specializes in developing robotic systems designed to enhance material transport on construction sites. The company's primary offering, the robotic material hoist LIFTBOT, automates the vertical and horizontal movement of scaffolding components, allowing for safe, just-in-time delivery during assembly. By integrating robotics and data analytics, KEWAZO addresses labor shortages, reduces labor costs by up to 44%, and improves safety on site. Additionally, the company collects operational data from its robotic systems, which is provided to clients through a data analytics platform, facilitating more proactive management of construction projects and overall operations.
KONUX GmbH is a German company based in Munich, founded in 2014, that specializes in developing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions for railway and industrial applications. The company integrates smart sensor systems with artificial intelligence-driven analytics to provide real-time monitoring of asset and infrastructure conditions, enabling predictive maintenance and enhancing operational efficiency. KONUX's offerings include switch monitoring, asset monitoring, rolling stock monitoring, anomaly detection, and customized hardware solutions. By leveraging machine learning and IoT technologies, KONUX aims to transform railway operations, making them more sustainable, reliable, and cost-effective. The company has expanded its footprint across Europe and Asia and has gained recognition as one of the most innovative startups globally, underscoring its commitment to modernizing transportation systems.
BioNTech is a Germany-based biotechnology company that specializes in developing innovative immunotherapies for cancer and other serious diseases, as well as vaccines for infectious diseases, including COVID-19. The company’s oncology pipeline includes a range of drug classes, such as mRNA-based drugs that encode antigens and neoantigens, cell therapies, bispecific antibodies, and antibody-drug conjugates. BioNTech has established partnerships with several major pharmaceutical companies, enhancing its research and development capabilities. Its COVID-19 vaccine, Comirnaty, represents its first commercialized product, demonstrating the company's commitment to addressing urgent health challenges through advanced therapeutic approaches.
Siltectra
Series B in 2017
SILTECTRA GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in advanced laser-based wafering technology for semiconductor manufacturers. The company has developed innovative kerfless wafering and thinning solutions that enable the separation of wafers from semiconductor materials, such as silicon carbide, gallium nitride, and sapphire, without material loss. This technology is particularly beneficial for applications in solar inverters and various electronic devices, providing significant performance and cost advantages to the global semiconductor industry. SILTECTRA operates as a subsidiary of Infineon Technologies AG and aims to enhance manufacturing processes across multiple industries through its cutting-edge solutions.
Hemovent is a medical technology company based in Aachen, Germany, focused on developing a portable ECMO (Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation) unit. Founded by Christof Lenz and Oliver Marseille, the company aims to create an innovative device that supports or replaces heart and lung functions during cardiac or respiratory failure. Hemovent's device is designed to provide respiratory support for patients with severely damaged lungs and serves as a temporary life support system, taking over heart function in cases of acute heart failure. This technology enables hospitals to stabilize patients and address underlying health issues effectively, while also allowing for increased patient mobility during treatment.
Efficient Energy
Venture Round in 2017
Efficient Energy GmbH, based in Feldkirchen near Munich, Germany, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of environmentally friendly refrigeration systems for both industrial and home applications. Established in 2006, the company is recognized for its innovative eChiller, which utilizes pure water as a refrigerant, effectively avoiding the use of harmful fluorinated gases. This technology addresses regulatory challenges in refrigeration while providing efficient cooling solutions for data centers, server rooms, and various industrial processes. The eChiller models offer cooling capacities ranging from 35 kW to 120 kW and are designed to deliver cost efficiency and a low carbon footprint. Efficient Energy also provides a range of services, including consulting, planning, installation, and maintenance, ensuring optimal energy efficiency for its clients. The company's pioneering work has garnered multiple awards, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices in refrigeration technology.
LXP Group
Series A in 2017
LXP Group GmbH is a German company specializing in the development of the LX-Process, an innovative technology for processing 2G biomass. Founded in 2009 and based in Marienwerder, the company focuses on converting agricultural residues into key components such as cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin. The LX-Process facilitates the production of 2G ethanol and bio-based chemicals while addressing common challenges in bio-processing, such as the presence of inhibitors that arise from traditional pre-treatment methods. This versatile technology is designed for both large-scale ethanol manufacturing and the retrofitting of smaller, decentralized biogas plants, making it an adaptable solution for diverse energy processing needs.
Siltectra
Series B in 2017
SILTECTRA GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in advanced laser-based wafering technology for semiconductor manufacturers. The company has developed innovative kerfless wafering and thinning solutions that enable the separation of wafers from semiconductor materials, such as silicon carbide, gallium nitride, and sapphire, without material loss. This technology is particularly beneficial for applications in solar inverters and various electronic devices, providing significant performance and cost advantages to the global semiconductor industry. SILTECTRA operates as a subsidiary of Infineon Technologies AG and aims to enhance manufacturing processes across multiple industries through its cutting-edge solutions.
KONUX GmbH is a German company based in Munich, founded in 2014, that specializes in developing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions for railway and industrial applications. The company integrates smart sensor systems with artificial intelligence-driven analytics to provide real-time monitoring of asset and infrastructure conditions, enabling predictive maintenance and enhancing operational efficiency. KONUX's offerings include switch monitoring, asset monitoring, rolling stock monitoring, anomaly detection, and customized hardware solutions. By leveraging machine learning and IoT technologies, KONUX aims to transform railway operations, making them more sustainable, reliable, and cost-effective. The company has expanded its footprint across Europe and Asia and has gained recognition as one of the most innovative startups globally, underscoring its commitment to modernizing transportation systems.
Siltectra
Series B in 2016
SILTECTRA GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in advanced laser-based wafering technology for semiconductor manufacturers. The company has developed innovative kerfless wafering and thinning solutions that enable the separation of wafers from semiconductor materials, such as silicon carbide, gallium nitride, and sapphire, without material loss. This technology is particularly beneficial for applications in solar inverters and various electronic devices, providing significant performance and cost advantages to the global semiconductor industry. SILTECTRA operates as a subsidiary of Infineon Technologies AG and aims to enhance manufacturing processes across multiple industries through its cutting-edge solutions.
KONUX GmbH is a German company based in Munich, founded in 2014, that specializes in developing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions for railway and industrial applications. The company integrates smart sensor systems with artificial intelligence-driven analytics to provide real-time monitoring of asset and infrastructure conditions, enabling predictive maintenance and enhancing operational efficiency. KONUX's offerings include switch monitoring, asset monitoring, rolling stock monitoring, anomaly detection, and customized hardware solutions. By leveraging machine learning and IoT technologies, KONUX aims to transform railway operations, making them more sustainable, reliable, and cost-effective. The company has expanded its footprint across Europe and Asia and has gained recognition as one of the most innovative startups globally, underscoring its commitment to modernizing transportation systems.
Hemovent is a medical technology company based in Aachen, Germany, focused on developing a portable ECMO (Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation) unit. Founded by Christof Lenz and Oliver Marseille, the company aims to create an innovative device that supports or replaces heart and lung functions during cardiac or respiratory failure. Hemovent's device is designed to provide respiratory support for patients with severely damaged lungs and serves as a temporary life support system, taking over heart function in cases of acute heart failure. This technology enables hospitals to stabilize patients and address underlying health issues effectively, while also allowing for increased patient mobility during treatment.
NavVis GmbH, established in 2013 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in indoor spatial intelligence solutions. The company offers the NavVis M6, a mobile mapping system that captures 360° immersive imagery and point clouds for large-scale scanning projects. NavVis IndoorViewer, their digital twin software, combines point clouds with highly detailed 360° images, enabling stakeholders to explore and interact with scanned spaces. Their solutions cater to various industries, including automotive, construction, real estate, and insurance, serving applications such as CAD/BIM modeling, factory planning, and indoor mapping. NavVis' technology bridges the gap between the physical and digital worlds, providing high-quality data with survey-grade accuracy at speed and scale, thereby driving operational efficiencies and informed decision-making.
Efficient Energy
Venture Round in 2015
Efficient Energy GmbH, based in Feldkirchen near Munich, Germany, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of environmentally friendly refrigeration systems for both industrial and home applications. Established in 2006, the company is recognized for its innovative eChiller, which utilizes pure water as a refrigerant, effectively avoiding the use of harmful fluorinated gases. This technology addresses regulatory challenges in refrigeration while providing efficient cooling solutions for data centers, server rooms, and various industrial processes. The eChiller models offer cooling capacities ranging from 35 kW to 120 kW and are designed to deliver cost efficiency and a low carbon footprint. Efficient Energy also provides a range of services, including consulting, planning, installation, and maintenance, ensuring optimal energy efficiency for its clients. The company's pioneering work has garnered multiple awards, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices in refrigeration technology.
Siltectra
Series B in 2015
SILTECTRA GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in advanced laser-based wafering technology for semiconductor manufacturers. The company has developed innovative kerfless wafering and thinning solutions that enable the separation of wafers from semiconductor materials, such as silicon carbide, gallium nitride, and sapphire, without material loss. This technology is particularly beneficial for applications in solar inverters and various electronic devices, providing significant performance and cost advantages to the global semiconductor industry. SILTECTRA operates as a subsidiary of Infineon Technologies AG and aims to enhance manufacturing processes across multiple industries through its cutting-edge solutions.
NavVis GmbH, established in 2013 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in indoor spatial intelligence solutions. The company offers the NavVis M6, a mobile mapping system that captures 360° immersive imagery and point clouds for large-scale scanning projects. NavVis IndoorViewer, their digital twin software, combines point clouds with highly detailed 360° images, enabling stakeholders to explore and interact with scanned spaces. Their solutions cater to various industries, including automotive, construction, real estate, and insurance, serving applications such as CAD/BIM modeling, factory planning, and indoor mapping. NavVis' technology bridges the gap between the physical and digital worlds, providing high-quality data with survey-grade accuracy at speed and scale, thereby driving operational efficiencies and informed decision-making.
Siltectra
Series A in 2014
SILTECTRA GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in advanced laser-based wafering technology for semiconductor manufacturers. The company has developed innovative kerfless wafering and thinning solutions that enable the separation of wafers from semiconductor materials, such as silicon carbide, gallium nitride, and sapphire, without material loss. This technology is particularly beneficial for applications in solar inverters and various electronic devices, providing significant performance and cost advantages to the global semiconductor industry. SILTECTRA operates as a subsidiary of Infineon Technologies AG and aims to enhance manufacturing processes across multiple industries through its cutting-edge solutions.
Efficient Energy
Venture Round in 2013
Efficient Energy GmbH, based in Feldkirchen near Munich, Germany, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of environmentally friendly refrigeration systems for both industrial and home applications. Established in 2006, the company is recognized for its innovative eChiller, which utilizes pure water as a refrigerant, effectively avoiding the use of harmful fluorinated gases. This technology addresses regulatory challenges in refrigeration while providing efficient cooling solutions for data centers, server rooms, and various industrial processes. The eChiller models offer cooling capacities ranging from 35 kW to 120 kW and are designed to deliver cost efficiency and a low carbon footprint. Efficient Energy also provides a range of services, including consulting, planning, installation, and maintenance, ensuring optimal energy efficiency for its clients. The company's pioneering work has garnered multiple awards, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices in refrigeration technology.
Siltectra
Series A in 2013
SILTECTRA GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in advanced laser-based wafering technology for semiconductor manufacturers. The company has developed innovative kerfless wafering and thinning solutions that enable the separation of wafers from semiconductor materials, such as silicon carbide, gallium nitride, and sapphire, without material loss. This technology is particularly beneficial for applications in solar inverters and various electronic devices, providing significant performance and cost advantages to the global semiconductor industry. SILTECTRA operates as a subsidiary of Infineon Technologies AG and aims to enhance manufacturing processes across multiple industries through its cutting-edge solutions.
Siltectra
Seed Round in 2012
SILTECTRA GmbH, founded in 2010 and based in Dresden, Germany, specializes in advanced laser-based wafering technology for semiconductor manufacturers. The company has developed innovative kerfless wafering and thinning solutions that enable the separation of wafers from semiconductor materials, such as silicon carbide, gallium nitride, and sapphire, without material loss. This technology is particularly beneficial for applications in solar inverters and various electronic devices, providing significant performance and cost advantages to the global semiconductor industry. SILTECTRA operates as a subsidiary of Infineon Technologies AG and aims to enhance manufacturing processes across multiple industries through its cutting-edge solutions.
NFON
Venture Round in 2012
NFON is a Munich-based provider of cloud-based telecommunications services, specializing in integrated business communication solutions for corporate customers across Europe. The company's primary offering is its outsourced telephone system, known as IP Centrex, which delivers a comprehensive package designed to help businesses of all sizes reduce phone system costs by up to 50%. NFON's services encompass various aspects of business communication, including telephony, video calls, and screen sharing, along with necessary hardware components. The company also focuses on integration, ensuring that its cloud telephony system seamlessly fits into existing customer workflows and business processes. Additionally, NFON offers products aimed at optimizing customer contact, as well as services that prepare companies for cloud transition, enhancing their operational efficiency. With a fully redundant, high-performance computer center and over 100 functions, NFON is positioned as a key player in the telecommunications sector.
IDENT Technology
Venture Round in 2011
IDENT Technology AG specializes in developing and licensing innovative technology solutions for near-field communication (NFC) and human-machine interface (HMI), focusing on capacitive near-field detection, interaction, and identification applications. Their flagship products include SKINPLEX GestIC for gesture detection, SKINPLEX zeropower sensor system for touchless sensing in harsh environments, and SKINPLEX ultra-low-power proximity system for device wake-up and power-down functionality. Established in 2002 and headquartered in Wessling, Germany, IDENT Technology serves a diverse range of industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, healthcare, and telecommunications.
CYNORA GmbH is a Bruchsal, Germany-based company specializing in the development and manufacturing of organic electronics, particularly for organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays. Founded in 2008, CYNORA focuses on creating advanced materials that utilize Thermally Activated Delayed Fluorescence (TADF) technology to produce efficient blue and green emitters. These emitters are designed to enhance the power efficiency and color contrast of OLED devices, addressing the growing demand for thinner, flexible screens with improved performance and lower energy consumption. By providing iridium-free, purely organic emitter systems tailored for modern vacuum processing, CYNORA aims to deliver significant value to OLED producers and meet the evolving expectations within the display market.
AMSilk GmbH is a Munich-based company that specializes in the production of spider silk proteins and other biomaterials for a variety of industrial applications. Founded in 2008, AMSilk manufactures high-quality silk biopolymers that serve diverse sectors, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and technical textiles. Its product offerings include BioShield-S1, a non-immunogenic spider silk film for protective coatings, as well as biosteel spider silk fibers. The company also develops a range of wound care products and surgical applications, such as the SanaSilk durable skin barrier. Additionally, AMSilk provides spider silk protein beads and coatings for medical technology, alongside nonwovens for filters, wound dressings, and specialty textiles. Utilizing a patented biotechnological process, AMSilk's materials are fully biodegradable under aerobic and marine conditions, promoting sustainability in various applications. The company collaborates with partners like Gruschwitz Textilwerke AG to enhance its product offerings.
Efficient Energy
Venture Round in 2011
Efficient Energy GmbH, based in Feldkirchen near Munich, Germany, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of environmentally friendly refrigeration systems for both industrial and home applications. Established in 2006, the company is recognized for its innovative eChiller, which utilizes pure water as a refrigerant, effectively avoiding the use of harmful fluorinated gases. This technology addresses regulatory challenges in refrigeration while providing efficient cooling solutions for data centers, server rooms, and various industrial processes. The eChiller models offer cooling capacities ranging from 35 kW to 120 kW and are designed to deliver cost efficiency and a low carbon footprint. Efficient Energy also provides a range of services, including consulting, planning, installation, and maintenance, ensuring optimal energy efficiency for its clients. The company's pioneering work has garnered multiple awards, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices in refrigeration technology.
Corimmun is a clinical drug development company based in Martinsried, near Munich, Germany, specializing in innovative therapeutics and diagnostics for heart and vascular diseases. The company is dedicated to addressing unmet medical needs in the field of cardiovascular health. Corimmun's expertise encompasses the entire process of drug development, from initial research through to commercialization. By focusing on novel treatment options, Corimmun aims to improve outcomes for patients suffering from cardiovascular conditions.
IDENT Technology
Venture Round in 2010
IDENT Technology AG specializes in developing and licensing innovative technology solutions for near-field communication (NFC) and human-machine interface (HMI), focusing on capacitive near-field detection, interaction, and identification applications. Their flagship products include SKINPLEX GestIC for gesture detection, SKINPLEX zeropower sensor system for touchless sensing in harsh environments, and SKINPLEX ultra-low-power proximity system for device wake-up and power-down functionality. Established in 2002 and headquartered in Wessling, Germany, IDENT Technology serves a diverse range of industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, healthcare, and telecommunications.
Biocrates Life Sciences
Venture Round in 2010
Biocrates Life Sciences AG is a biotechnology company based in Innsbruck, Austria, specializing in targeted metabolic phenotyping solutions. Founded in 2002, the company develops and markets mass-spectrometry based kits and services that facilitate the analysis of endogenous metabolites. These tools are essential for discovering and validating biomarkers associated with complex multifactorial diseases, including cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. Biocrates provides a comprehensive metabolomics platform that integrates automated sample preparation workflows with advanced mass-spectrometric techniques, enabling rapid and reliable identification of hundreds of metabolites. Their products and services cater to a wide range of research areas, such as cardiovascular health, diabetes, endocrinology, pharmacology, and more. Biocrates Life Sciences distributes its solutions through authorized partners across various regions, including the Middle East, Europe, and parts of Asia.
PDC Biotech
Series A in 2010
PDC Biotech GmbH is a biotechnology company based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in the development of innovative therapeutics for the treatment of preterm labor and primary dysmenorrhea, addressing significant unmet medical needs. Founded in 2008, the company focuses on a pipeline of products that target the prostaglandin F2α (FP) receptor, including synthetic octapeptides designed as allosteric modulators of this receptor. Key products in development include PDC31 and the PDC41 Series, a non-intravenous formulation intended for self-administration by patients. PDC Biotech employs various delivery methods for its formulations, such as nasal, sublingual, pulmonary, vaginal, and rectal suppositories. The company has secured exclusive worldwide rights to a family of FP receptor antagonists, enabling it to advance its therapeutic offerings in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Efficient Energy
Seed Round in 2008
Efficient Energy GmbH, based in Feldkirchen near Munich, Germany, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of environmentally friendly refrigeration systems for both industrial and home applications. Established in 2006, the company is recognized for its innovative eChiller, which utilizes pure water as a refrigerant, effectively avoiding the use of harmful fluorinated gases. This technology addresses regulatory challenges in refrigeration while providing efficient cooling solutions for data centers, server rooms, and various industrial processes. The eChiller models offer cooling capacities ranging from 35 kW to 120 kW and are designed to deliver cost efficiency and a low carbon footprint. Efficient Energy also provides a range of services, including consulting, planning, installation, and maintenance, ensuring optimal energy efficiency for its clients. The company's pioneering work has garnered multiple awards, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices in refrigeration technology.
Corimmun is a clinical drug development company based in Martinsried, near Munich, Germany, specializing in innovative therapeutics and diagnostics for heart and vascular diseases. The company is dedicated to addressing unmet medical needs in the field of cardiovascular health. Corimmun's expertise encompasses the entire process of drug development, from initial research through to commercialization. By focusing on novel treatment options, Corimmun aims to improve outcomes for patients suffering from cardiovascular conditions.
Biocrates Life Sciences
Series A in 2006
Biocrates Life Sciences AG is a biotechnology company based in Innsbruck, Austria, specializing in targeted metabolic phenotyping solutions. Founded in 2002, the company develops and markets mass-spectrometry based kits and services that facilitate the analysis of endogenous metabolites. These tools are essential for discovering and validating biomarkers associated with complex multifactorial diseases, including cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. Biocrates provides a comprehensive metabolomics platform that integrates automated sample preparation workflows with advanced mass-spectrometric techniques, enabling rapid and reliable identification of hundreds of metabolites. Their products and services cater to a wide range of research areas, such as cardiovascular health, diabetes, endocrinology, pharmacology, and more. Biocrates Life Sciences distributes its solutions through authorized partners across various regions, including the Middle East, Europe, and parts of Asia.