Orbia Ventures

Orbia is a diverse group of companies focused on enhancing life globally through innovative solutions. The organization is dedicated to addressing critical challenges such as food security, water scarcity, urban development, data connectivity, and health access, utilizing both basic and advanced materials. Operating across multiple sectors, including Precision Agriculture, Building and Infrastructure, Fluorinated Solutions, Polymer Solutions, and Data Communications, Orbia's commercial presence spans over 110 countries, with operational sites in more than 50. The company's global headquarters are situated in Mexico City, Boston, Amsterdam, and Tel Aviv, reflecting its commitment to delivering impactful solutions worldwide.

Shai Albaranes

Corporate Vice President, Innovation and Ventures

Shai Albaranes

Corporate Vice President

Sameer Bharadwaj Ph.D

CEO

Eitan Dekel

Managing Director

Ben Price

Investment Director

22 past transactions

Greeneye Technology

Venture Round in 2024
Greeneye Technology is a company based in Tel-Aviv, Israel, founded in 2017, that focuses on precision agriculture through the use of artificial intelligence. The company has developed a proprietary selective spraying system that transforms conventional sprayers into smart machines capable of detecting weeds and applying herbicides precisely and in real-time. This innovative approach significantly reduces herbicide usage by as much as 90%, moving away from the traditional method of indiscriminate spraying. Greeneye's technology leverages machine learning and computer vision to automate field scouting and optimize herbicide application, providing farmers with valuable insights into their fields. The multidisciplinary team at Greeneye combines expertise in various fields, including agronomy and mechanical engineering, to deliver sustainable solutions that enhance agricultural practices globally.

SeeTree

Series C in 2024
SeeTree is an intelligence platform focused on providing detailed insights into individual trees for growers, enabling them to monitor tree health and productivity effectively. The company employs advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, drone imaging, and a variety of sensors, to gather and analyze data from millions of trees. By integrating information from drones, satellites, IoT sensors, and weather data, SeeTree offers a comprehensive overview that helps farmers identify weak trees within clusters and optimize their agricultural practices. This multifaceted approach allows growers to allocate their resources more efficiently and improve overall farm management at a cost-effective rate.

Type One Energy Group

Seed Round in 2023
Type One Energy Group is dedicated to delivering sustainable and affordable fusion power. Established in 2019 by a team of renowned fusion scientists and experienced business leaders, the company focuses on developing advanced stellarator fusion energy systems. Utilizing proven manufacturing techniques, modern computational physics, and high-field superconducting magnets, Type One Energy aims to create optimized reactor designs. Its FusionDirect development program seeks to establish a fusion power plant within the next decade through a low-risk, efficient approach that emphasizes partnerships and capital efficiency. By advancing fusion technology, Type One Energy aspires to provide reliable and abundant power to meet global energy demands.

Chloris Geospatial

Seed Round in 2023
Chloris Geospatial specializes in innovative remote sensing technology aimed at monitoring natural resources and addressing critical natural capital issues. The company employs advanced methods that combine remote sensing, machine learning, and ecological science to accurately measure carbon stocks, as well as gains and losses, while quantifying uncertainty. Their sensor fusion technology provides insights at a global scale and with high accuracy, equipping clients with essential measurements of natural capital. This enables organizations to tackle pressing global climate challenges and other natural crises effectively.

Deepomatic

Series B in 2022
Deepomatic is a visual automation platform that specializes in computer vision applications, designed to assist organizations in transforming smartphone camera footage into actionable insights. Its user-friendly SaaS platform supports field service workers by automatically detecting crucial aspects of their operations. The data collected enables organizations to gain a comprehensive view of their infrastructure and operations. Deepomatic primarily focuses on the telecommunications sector but is also prepared to expand its services to various field service verticals, including utilities, construction, and property management. By developing personalized computer vision models, the company aims to help businesses control costs, uncover opportunities, and enhance customer experiences through improved task automation and operational visibility.

Ascend Elements

Series C in 2022
Ascend Elements specializes in the production of advanced battery materials by reclaiming valuable elements from spent lithium-ion batteries. The company employs hydroprocess recycling and direct recycling methods, which deconstruct old cathode materials at the atomic level to generate new cathode materials. This innovative approach not only enhances the efficiency of recycling processes but also enables clients to maximize their returns on assets, ultimately supporting the production of economically viable and low-cost battery materials.

Greeneye Technology

Series A in 2022
Greeneye Technology is a company based in Tel-Aviv, Israel, founded in 2017, that focuses on precision agriculture through the use of artificial intelligence. The company has developed a proprietary selective spraying system that transforms conventional sprayers into smart machines capable of detecting weeds and applying herbicides precisely and in real-time. This innovative approach significantly reduces herbicide usage by as much as 90%, moving away from the traditional method of indiscriminate spraying. Greeneye's technology leverages machine learning and computer vision to automate field scouting and optimize herbicide application, providing farmers with valuable insights into their fields. The multidisciplinary team at Greeneye combines expertise in various fields, including agronomy and mechanical engineering, to deliver sustainable solutions that enhance agricultural practices globally.

FortePhest

Series B in 2022
FortePhest Ltd is a biotechnology company established in 2017 and based in Israel, specializing in crop protection. The company focuses on developing innovative herbicides to manage both regular and herbicide-resistant weeds. Its product lineup includes H-Forte, a broad-spectrum herbicide, and H-Fort for Glyphosate, which enhances the effectiveness of glyphosate against resistant weeds. FortePhest aims to provide environmentally friendly and sustainable solutions inspired by natural plant protectors, leveraging research from renowned institutions such as Cornell University, The Weizmann Institute of Science, and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. By exploring novel mechanisms of action derived from plants, FortePhest strives to improve crop productivity for farmers.

Verdagy

Series A in 2022
Verdagy is focused on advancing water electrolysis technology to enable large-scale production of green hydrogen. Based in Moss Landing, California, the company develops high-performance cells, electrolyzers, and plants aimed at achieving low upfront capital and operating costs. Their innovative approach positions them to offer competitive unit economics in hydrogen production, making it more accessible for various industries to adopt clean energy solutions. Verdagy operates laboratory and pilot plant facilities to support the rapid scaling of its technology platform.

Osmoses

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Osmoses specializes in clean membrane technology aimed at decarbonizing gas separations, with a goal of eliminating one gigaton of carbon emissions annually. The company has developed advanced molecular filters that offer exceptional size selectivity, enabling the purification of hydrogen and natural gas. Additionally, these filters facilitate large-scale carbon capture, significantly transforming traditional chemical separation processes. By reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions in industrial operations, Osmoses provides a solution that helps businesses lower costs, minimize product loss, and create value for their clients, contributing to broader efforts in combating climate change.

Ascend Elements

Venture Round in 2021
Ascend Elements specializes in the production of advanced battery materials by reclaiming valuable elements from spent lithium-ion batteries. The company employs hydroprocess recycling and direct recycling methods, which deconstruct old cathode materials at the atomic level to generate new cathode materials. This innovative approach not only enhances the efficiency of recycling processes but also enables clients to maximize their returns on assets, ultimately supporting the production of economically viable and low-cost battery materials.

StormSensor

Series A in 2021
StormSensor, Inc. is a company based in Seattle, Washington, that specializes in stormwater management solutions aimed at tracking and preventing flooding, sewage overflows, and other stormwater issues. Founded in 2015, it develops Scute sensors that provide real-time monitoring of stormwater systems. Additionally, StormSensor offers Terrapin, a cloud-based software platform that allows users to visualize data on maps and time-series, correlate it with real-time weather information, and receive alerts for significant flow events. This system automates workflow for inspections, data monitoring, and regulatory reporting, thereby helping clients streamline compliance processes in a complex regulatory environment. By providing critical insights into urban flooding, illicit discharges, and the impacts of climate change, StormSensor enables its clients to respond effectively to climate-driven risks and make informed decisions regarding infrastructure maintenance and improvements.

Ascend Elements

Series B in 2021
Ascend Elements specializes in the production of advanced battery materials by reclaiming valuable elements from spent lithium-ion batteries. The company employs hydroprocess recycling and direct recycling methods, which deconstruct old cathode materials at the atomic level to generate new cathode materials. This innovative approach not only enhances the efficiency of recycling processes but also enables clients to maximize their returns on assets, ultimately supporting the production of economically viable and low-cost battery materials.

SeeTree

Series B in 2020
SeeTree is an intelligence platform focused on providing detailed insights into individual trees for growers, enabling them to monitor tree health and productivity effectively. The company employs advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, drone imaging, and a variety of sensors, to gather and analyze data from millions of trees. By integrating information from drones, satellites, IoT sensors, and weather data, SeeTree offers a comprehensive overview that helps farmers identify weak trees within clusters and optimize their agricultural practices. This multifaceted approach allows growers to allocate their resources more efficiently and improve overall farm management at a cost-effective rate.

Silvec Biologics

Seed Round in 2020
Silvec Biologics specializes in developing RNA therapies aimed at treating and preventing diseases in trees, vines, and bushes. By employing RNA-based molecules, the company offers innovative solutions that eliminate the need for genetic modification. Its therapies work by introducing virus-like RNA into the plant's vascular system, effectively targeting and destroying viral and fungal pathogens. This approach not only safeguards the health of these plants but also supports food growers in maintaining abundant and diverse food supplies, thereby contributing to the preservation of natural resources and ensuring sustainability for future generations.

Sylvin Technologies

Acquisition in 2018
Sylvin Technologies is a manufacturer based in Pennsylvania that specializes in producing flexible, semi-rigid, and rigid vinyl and vinyl alloy compounds. The company serves various industries, including automotive, wire and cable, and construction. Sylvin Technologies offers a wide range of products, including electrical components, building materials, toys, and solutions for extrusion and injection molding. Their capabilities allow them to provide both custom and standard formulations in a diverse array of colors and material enhancements, catering to the specific needs of their customers.

Netafim

Acquisition in 2017
Netafim Limited, founded in 1965 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in irrigation solutions for agriculture, greenhouses, landscaping, and mining. The company is renowned for pioneering drip irrigation technology, which helps maximize food production while minimizing environmental impact. Its product offerings include drippers, dripper lines, sprinklers, filters, valves, connectors, and polyethylene pipes. Additionally, Netafim provides advanced digital solutions such as NetBeat, which automates irrigation and crop protection, and various software tools for system design and performance calculation. By focusing on sustainable practices in water and food security, Netafim aims to assist growers of all sizes in achieving efficient and productive agricultural practices. As of February 2018, it operates as a subsidiary of Orbia Advance Corporation, S.A.B. de C.V.

Vinyl Compounds

Acquisition in 2016
Vinyl Compounds Ltd specializes in the design and manufacture of bespoke and commodity PVC compounds suitable for both flexible and rigid applications. With a production capacity of 100,000 tons, the company serves various industries, including building and construction, pipe and profile manufacturing, footwear, and consumer goods. Additionally, Vinyl Compounds has established a collection network for pre-consumer uPVC window profiles, allowing the supply of PVC recyclate in both pulverized and formulated forms. The company also produces PVC stabilizer one-packs and offers PVC tooling design and manufacturing through its sister company, Eagley Plastics.

Dura-Line

Acquisition in 2014
Dura-Line is a prominent international manufacturer and distributor of communication and energy infrastructure products. The company specializes in high-density polyethylene conduits, cable-in-conduit systems, and a variety of accessories essential for telecommunications, enterprise networking, transportation, and energy markets. Dura-Line’s offerings include innovative solutions such as FuturePath and various connectivity products designed to meet critical installation needs. With a focus on product quality, availability, and ongoing innovation, Dura-Line is committed to providing the necessary infrastructure that supports networks globally. The experienced sales team and technical support staff ensure that customers receive tailored solutions backed by extensive industry knowledge.

Vestolit

Acquisition in 2014
VESTOLIT GmbH & Co. KG is a manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) based in Marl, Germany. Founded in 1995, the company operates integrated PVC production plants across Europe. Its product range includes PVC used as raw materials for various applications, such as window frames, flooring, wallpaper, tarpaulin fabrics, and automotive underbody coatings. Additionally, VESTOLIT produces methyl chloride, hydrochloric acid, and chlorine alkali products. The company sells its products through a network of sales partners and representatives in Europe, North America, South America, Australia, Asia, and Africa. VESTOLIT operates as a subsidiary of VESTOLIT Holding GmbH.

Ineos Fluor

Acquisition in 2010
Ineos Fluor Ltd. manufactures and supplies specialty chemicals

Colpozos

Acquisition in 2008
Colpozos S.A. provides irrigation and well-drilling services. It also provides water management services for large biofuel projects using sugarcane, palm and foodstuffs.
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