DeepDrive
Series B in 2024
DeepDrive is a Munich-based high-tech company specializing in advanced drive units for electric vehicles. The company has developed patented DeepDrive Dual Rotor technology, which enhances vehicle range by up to 20% while significantly reducing production costs. This innovative technology allows for compact and torque-dense drive units that can be integrated within vehicle wheels or used as traditional central drives. DeepDrive's solutions are designed for low-cost, large-scale production, aiming to deliver maximum performance and efficiency. The company collaborates with eight of the top ten automakers on various development projects and plans to launch its Dual Rotor technology for mass production by 2026. Supported by a team of over 30 experts from the automotive industry, DeepDrive has garnered investment from notable entities, including BMW i Ventures and Continental's CVC, as well as industry veterans.
Valuedesk
Series A in 2024
Valuedesk GmbH is a service company based in Bielefeld, Germany, that specializes in structured savings and efficiency management. Founded in 2017, Valuedesk provides a comprehensive solution that enables organizations to record, analyze, and implement improvements and savings across various industries, including automotive, biotechnology, energy, food, furniture, construction, chemicals, IT, logistics, telecommunications, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and textiles. The company's adaptable system focuses on cost optimization, utilizing methodologies, workshops, and seminars to enhance transparency and communication within teams. By applying systematic approaches and technology, Valuedesk helps clients identify hidden savings and optimization potentials, develop tailored implementation concepts, and achieve long-term profitability.
Blickfeld
Venture Round in 2023
Blickfeld GmbH, established in 2017 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the production of LiDAR sensors and associated software. These sensors, based on patented silicon MEMS mirrors and commercial off-the-shelf components, measure direct distance information in 3D, enabling autonomous vehicles to perceive and analyze their surroundings. The company's object detection and mapping software processes data from these sensors, facilitating applications in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. Blickfeld caters to the automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors, offering low-cost LiDAR systems to support the mass market's transition towards autonomous mobility and IoT applications.
Rencore
Venture Round in 2023
Rencore is an independent software vendor based in Munich, Germany, specializing in Microsoft 365 Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) solutions. The company's offerings are designed to help organizations manage their Microsoft cloud environments, including SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, and Azure, by simplifying GRC processes and daily tasks. Rencore's solutions gather relevant information across these platforms, continuously identify compliance violations, and automate enforcement and resolution processes. By providing a flexible and scalable governance framework tailored to specific business needs, Rencore enables IT administrators to focus on strategic initiatives rather than routine governance tasks, ultimately supporting improved business continuity and lifecycle management.
Lilium GmbH is an aviation company based in Wessling, Germany, focused on providing an on-demand air taxi service to enhance urban and suburban mobility. Founded in 2015, Lilium has developed the Lilium Jet, a fully-electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft designed to facilitate regional travel that is significantly faster than traditional rail or road options while remaining competitively priced. The Lilium Jet, which can accommodate seven passengers, is engineered for high performance with low noise emissions, supporting the company's goal of creating a sustainable and efficient transportation network for people and goods. The company's journey began with the successful first flight of its demonstrator aircraft in 2019, marking a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionize air mobility.
ChargeX GmbH, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in electric vehicle charging solutions. The company designs and manufactures modular charging systems, known as Aqueduct, which cater to the daily energy demands of electric vehicles. These systems are particularly suited for installation in underground parking garages and parking lots, enhancing client competitiveness and customer satisfaction. In addition to its charging equipment, ChargeX also offers installation services, targeting residential, corporate, and infrastructural sectors to support the growing adoption of electric mobility.
DeepDrive
Series A in 2023
DeepDrive is a Munich-based high-tech company specializing in advanced drive units for electric vehicles. The company has developed patented DeepDrive Dual Rotor technology, which enhances vehicle range by up to 20% while significantly reducing production costs. This innovative technology allows for compact and torque-dense drive units that can be integrated within vehicle wheels or used as traditional central drives. DeepDrive's solutions are designed for low-cost, large-scale production, aiming to deliver maximum performance and efficiency. The company collaborates with eight of the top ten automakers on various development projects and plans to launch its Dual Rotor technology for mass production by 2026. Supported by a team of over 30 experts from the automotive industry, DeepDrive has garnered investment from notable entities, including BMW i Ventures and Continental's CVC, as well as industry veterans.
Wire is the most secure collaboration platform, transforming the way businesses communicate at the same speed and with the same impact that our founders disrupted telephony with Skype. Headquartered in Berlin with offices in Switzerland and San Francisco, Wire’s award-winning collaboration and communications platform counts over 1,800 government and enterprise customers worldwide, including EY, Fortum, the German government and four other G7 governments. Recognized for its secure collaboration platform as a leader and high performer by G2 Crowd, IDC, Forrester and Gartner, Wire offers messaging, audio/video conferencing, file-sharing, and external collaboration - all protected by the most advanced end-to-end encryption.
DeepDrive
Seed Round in 2022
DeepDrive is a Munich-based high-tech company specializing in advanced drive units for electric vehicles. The company has developed patented DeepDrive Dual Rotor technology, which enhances vehicle range by up to 20% while significantly reducing production costs. This innovative technology allows for compact and torque-dense drive units that can be integrated within vehicle wheels or used as traditional central drives. DeepDrive's solutions are designed for low-cost, large-scale production, aiming to deliver maximum performance and efficiency. The company collaborates with eight of the top ten automakers on various development projects and plans to launch its Dual Rotor technology for mass production by 2026. Supported by a team of over 30 experts from the automotive industry, DeepDrive has garnered investment from notable entities, including BMW i Ventures and Continental's CVC, as well as industry veterans.
HQS Quantum Simulations
Seed Round in 2022
HQS Quantum Simulations GmbH is a Karlsruhe, Germany-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing quantum algorithms to predict molecular properties. Its technology targets sectors such as performance materials, specialty chemicals, and pharmaceuticals, addressing the challenges associated with product development in these industries. The traditional process of designing products based on functional molecules involves numerous time-consuming and costly steps, making efficient simulations crucial for reducing time-to-market and research and development costs. While conventional simulations have limitations, the company aims to leverage the capabilities of quantum computing to enhance predictive accuracy and efficiency in chemical and pharmaceutical research. Through this innovative approach, HQS Quantum Simulations seeks to improve the understanding of chemical and physical interactions, thereby facilitating faster development cycles for its clients.
Blickfeld
Series A in 2021
Blickfeld GmbH, established in 2017 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the production of LiDAR sensors and associated software. These sensors, based on patented silicon MEMS mirrors and commercial off-the-shelf components, measure direct distance information in 3D, enabling autonomous vehicles to perceive and analyze their surroundings. The company's object detection and mapping software processes data from these sensors, facilitating applications in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. Blickfeld caters to the automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors, offering low-cost LiDAR systems to support the mass market's transition towards autonomous mobility and IoT applications.
Capmo is a Munich-based B2B SaaS startup focused on transforming the construction and real estate industries through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2018, the company has rapidly expanded, growing its team to nearly 70 employees from over 15 countries. Capmo's platform utilizes artificial intelligence to streamline construction management, enhancing task management, building documentation, and defect management processes. It also facilitates direct synchronization of plans among employees, trades, and subcontractors, supporting efficient project execution. By the end of 2022, Capmo aims to redefine the digital landscape of the construction sector in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, helping clients deliver projects such as homes, schools, and hospitals on time, within budget, and in an environmentally friendly manner. The company serves several hundred customers and tens of thousands of users across Europe, managing more than 10,000 construction projects with its software.
Valuedesk
Seed Round in 2021
Valuedesk GmbH is a service company based in Bielefeld, Germany, that specializes in structured savings and efficiency management. Founded in 2017, Valuedesk provides a comprehensive solution that enables organizations to record, analyze, and implement improvements and savings across various industries, including automotive, biotechnology, energy, food, furniture, construction, chemicals, IT, logistics, telecommunications, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and textiles. The company's adaptable system focuses on cost optimization, utilizing methodologies, workshops, and seminars to enhance transparency and communication within teams. By applying systematic approaches and technology, Valuedesk helps clients identify hidden savings and optimization potentials, develop tailored implementation concepts, and achieve long-term profitability.
shyftplan
Series A in 2021
shyftplan GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing software solutions for the human resources sector. Founded in 2012, the company offers a comprehensive SaaS platform that facilitates employee management and communication. Its core functionality centers on shift scheduling, while also encompassing absence management, time tracking, working time accounts, HR management, and payroll services. The platform enables HR managers to create and manage shift plans, assigning employees to specific shifts based on their competencies. Additionally, shyftplan enhances workforce management by integrating employee intelligence and facilitating communication for non-desk workers, thus connecting them to their work environments and organizational frameworks.
Wire is the most secure collaboration platform, transforming the way businesses communicate at the same speed and with the same impact that our founders disrupted telephony with Skype. Headquartered in Berlin with offices in Switzerland and San Francisco, Wire’s award-winning collaboration and communications platform counts over 1,800 government and enterprise customers worldwide, including EY, Fortum, the German government and four other G7 governments. Recognized for its secure collaboration platform as a leader and high performer by G2 Crowd, IDC, Forrester and Gartner, Wire offers messaging, audio/video conferencing, file-sharing, and external collaboration - all protected by the most advanced end-to-end encryption.
DyeMansion
Series B in 2020
DyeMansion GmbH, established in Munich, Germany in 2013, specializes in post-processing and coloring of 3D-printed laser sintered parts. The company offers high-volume finishing systems that transform raw, 3D-printed parts into high-value consumer and industrial products, such as eyewear, automotive components, and medical devices. DyeMansion works with major 3D printing systems like EOS, HP, and 3D Systems, enabling precision coloring and finish to exact specifications. With over 400 customers, including leading global manufacturers, DyeMansion has become the global leader in additive manufacturing finishing systems for 3D-printed polymer parts.
Blickfeld
Series A in 2020
Blickfeld GmbH, established in 2017 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the production of LiDAR sensors and associated software. These sensors, based on patented silicon MEMS mirrors and commercial off-the-shelf components, measure direct distance information in 3D, enabling autonomous vehicles to perceive and analyze their surroundings. The company's object detection and mapping software processes data from these sensors, facilitating applications in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. Blickfeld caters to the automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors, offering low-cost LiDAR systems to support the mass market's transition towards autonomous mobility and IoT applications.
Capmo is a Munich-based B2B SaaS startup focused on transforming the construction and real estate industries through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2018, the company has rapidly expanded, growing its team to nearly 70 employees from over 15 countries. Capmo's platform utilizes artificial intelligence to streamline construction management, enhancing task management, building documentation, and defect management processes. It also facilitates direct synchronization of plans among employees, trades, and subcontractors, supporting efficient project execution. By the end of 2022, Capmo aims to redefine the digital landscape of the construction sector in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, helping clients deliver projects such as homes, schools, and hospitals on time, within budget, and in an environmentally friendly manner. The company serves several hundred customers and tens of thousands of users across Europe, managing more than 10,000 construction projects with its software.
HQS Quantum Simulations
Seed Round in 2019
HQS Quantum Simulations GmbH is a Karlsruhe, Germany-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing quantum algorithms to predict molecular properties. Its technology targets sectors such as performance materials, specialty chemicals, and pharmaceuticals, addressing the challenges associated with product development in these industries. The traditional process of designing products based on functional molecules involves numerous time-consuming and costly steps, making efficient simulations crucial for reducing time-to-market and research and development costs. While conventional simulations have limitations, the company aims to leverage the capabilities of quantum computing to enhance predictive accuracy and efficiency in chemical and pharmaceutical research. Through this innovative approach, HQS Quantum Simulations seeks to improve the understanding of chemical and physical interactions, thereby facilitating faster development cycles for its clients.
Fazua
Debt Financing in 2019
FAZUA GmbH is a company that develops and manufactures innovative e-bike drive systems, aiming to enhance cycling mobility while preserving the natural feel of traditional biking. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, FAZUA's flagship product, the evation drive system, integrates an engine, gearbox, battery, and power electronics that can be easily removed and replaced with a cover. This design allows bike manufacturers to create sleek frames that discreetly house the drive system in the downtube. The company focuses on meeting the demands of sporty cyclists while providing a seamless transition between motorized and non-motorized riding experiences.
GNA Biosolutions
Series C in 2019
GNA Biosolutions is a molecular technology company located in Martinsried, Germany, specializing in innovative diagnostic devices for detecting and analyzing DNA. Their core technology, Pulse Controlled Amplification, enhances molecular testing by integrating ultrafast nucleic acid amplification with intrinsic sample preparation. This advancement allows for efficient and simplified diagnosis of human pathogens in laboratory settings, as well as on-site applications and Point of Care scenarios. GNA Biosolutions aims to make the benefits of molecular testing accessible to a broader audience, facilitating rapid and accurate results from sample collection to analysis.
FlixBus, operated by FlixMobility, is a notable provider of intercity travel, focusing on affordable, convenient, and environmentally-friendly transportation solutions. Since its inception in 2013, the company has established Europe's largest long-distance bus network and introduced green long-distance trains in 2018, alongside a pilot for all-electric buses in Germany and France. The platform offers travelers a sustainable alternative to private transportation, featuring amenities such as free WiFi, flexible online booking, and innovative ticketing systems. FlixBus also expanded its services to the United States in 2018, bringing its unique travel model to a broader audience. By collaborating with regional bus partners and private train companies, FlixMobility combines technological innovation with traditional transportation expertise, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving mobility landscape. As a result, FlixBus has transformed the travel experience for over 100 million people across Europe and the United States while contributing to job creation in the mobility sector.
Kiutra GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the manufacture of innovative refrigeration solutions, particularly magnetic cooling technology that provides cryogen-free cooling services. The company offers turn-key cryostats designed for research and industrial clients, facilitating low-temperature investigations of material samples and enhancing the development of quantum hardware and related electronics. Kiutra's cooling platforms achieve continuous sub-Kelvin temperatures without reliance on rare and costly helium-3, which simplifies the provision of cryogenic environments in a compact and cost-effective manner. This technology is crucial for various applications in quantum computing, quantum communications, and quantum sensing, enabling advancements in scalable quantum technologies.
Ciara GmbH is a Munich-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based digital assistant platform tailored for sales teams. Its software enables users to create and manage digital playbooks that guide sales representatives during phone conversations. The platform integrates seamlessly with customer relationship management systems, providing contextual prompts, relevant talking points, and answers to sales objections. Additionally, it records, transcribes, and analyzes meetings, offering valuable insights into sales performance and deal statuses. By equipping sales teams with interactive guides and real-time alerts, Ciara enhances the quality of customer interactions and helps sales representatives manage their opportunities more effectively, ultimately facilitating quicker deal closures.
Vimcar GmbH, established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in fleet management solutions for small and medium businesses. The company offers a digital car logbook using an on-board diagnostic (OBD) plug that connects to the cloud, recording vehicle trips and providing real-time insights into vehicle activity. This data-driven approach helps fleet managers reduce operational costs and ensure legal compliance. Vimcar has equipped over 110,000 vehicles with its software solutions in German-speaking countries and expanded to the United Kingdom in early 2020.
Capmo is a Munich-based B2B SaaS startup focused on transforming the construction and real estate industries through innovative digital solutions. Founded in 2018, the company has rapidly expanded, growing its team to nearly 70 employees from over 15 countries. Capmo's platform utilizes artificial intelligence to streamline construction management, enhancing task management, building documentation, and defect management processes. It also facilitates direct synchronization of plans among employees, trades, and subcontractors, supporting efficient project execution. By the end of 2022, Capmo aims to redefine the digital landscape of the construction sector in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, helping clients deliver projects such as homes, schools, and hospitals on time, within budget, and in an environmentally friendly manner. The company serves several hundred customers and tens of thousands of users across Europe, managing more than 10,000 construction projects with its software.
DyeMansion
Series A in 2018
DyeMansion GmbH, established in Munich, Germany in 2013, specializes in post-processing and coloring of 3D-printed laser sintered parts. The company offers high-volume finishing systems that transform raw, 3D-printed parts into high-value consumer and industrial products, such as eyewear, automotive components, and medical devices. DyeMansion works with major 3D printing systems like EOS, HP, and 3D Systems, enabling precision coloring and finish to exact specifications. With over 400 customers, including leading global manufacturers, DyeMansion has become the global leader in additive manufacturing finishing systems for 3D-printed polymer parts.
Blickfeld
Seed Round in 2018
Blickfeld GmbH, established in 2017 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the production of LiDAR sensors and associated software. These sensors, based on patented silicon MEMS mirrors and commercial off-the-shelf components, measure direct distance information in 3D, enabling autonomous vehicles to perceive and analyze their surroundings. The company's object detection and mapping software processes data from these sensors, facilitating applications in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. Blickfeld caters to the automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors, offering low-cost LiDAR systems to support the mass market's transition towards autonomous mobility and IoT applications.
fos4X GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, specializes in manufacturing advanced fiber optic measurement equipment designed for monitoring lightweight structures, particularly in the wind energy sector. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on innovative fiber optic sensors that significantly outperform traditional measurement technologies, tolerating substantially higher load cycles and strain amplitudes. These compact sensors are particularly suited for assessing rotor blade efficiency and wind cogeneration in wind turbines, enabling clients to optimize energy production and monitor structural performance. In September 2020, fos4X was acquired by Polytech A/S, expanding its reach in the field of smart wind energy solutions.
Innoactive
Series A in 2018
Innoactive GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in developing virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) enterprise software tailored for industries such as automotive, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, and retail. The company focuses on simplifying the creation and use of collaborative VR/AR applications for planning, simulation, and training. Innoactive Portal serves as a central platform for content management, allowing employees to meet virtually and enhance their workstations regardless of their location. Additionally, the company offers a starter kit that includes VR headsets, mobile workstations, and notebooks available for rent, facilitating seamless integration of VR/AR technology into various business operations.
FAZUA GmbH is a company that develops and manufactures innovative e-bike drive systems, aiming to enhance cycling mobility while preserving the natural feel of traditional biking. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, FAZUA's flagship product, the evation drive system, integrates an engine, gearbox, battery, and power electronics that can be easily removed and replaced with a cover. This design allows bike manufacturers to create sleek frames that discreetly house the drive system in the downtube. The company focuses on meeting the demands of sporty cyclists while providing a seamless transition between motorized and non-motorized riding experiences.
Blickfeld
Seed Round in 2017
Blickfeld GmbH, established in 2017 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the production of LiDAR sensors and associated software. These sensors, based on patented silicon MEMS mirrors and commercial off-the-shelf components, measure direct distance information in 3D, enabling autonomous vehicles to perceive and analyze their surroundings. The company's object detection and mapping software processes data from these sensors, facilitating applications in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. Blickfeld caters to the automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors, offering low-cost LiDAR systems to support the mass market's transition towards autonomous mobility and IoT applications.
shyftplan
Series A in 2017
shyftplan GmbH, based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in developing software solutions for the human resources sector. Founded in 2012, the company offers a comprehensive SaaS platform that facilitates employee management and communication. Its core functionality centers on shift scheduling, while also encompassing absence management, time tracking, working time accounts, HR management, and payroll services. The platform enables HR managers to create and manage shift plans, assigning employees to specific shifts based on their competencies. Additionally, shyftplan enhances workforce management by integrating employee intelligence and facilitating communication for non-desk workers, thus connecting them to their work environments and organizational frameworks.
Vimcar GmbH, established in 2013 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, specializes in fleet management solutions for small and medium businesses. The company offers a digital car logbook using an on-board diagnostic (OBD) plug that connects to the cloud, recording vehicle trips and providing real-time insights into vehicle activity. This data-driven approach helps fleet managers reduce operational costs and ensure legal compliance. Vimcar has equipped over 110,000 vehicles with its software solutions in German-speaking countries and expanded to the United Kingdom in early 2020.
KONUX GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the development of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions that integrate smart sensor systems with artificial intelligence-based analytics. The company's offerings include switch monitoring, asset monitoring, rolling stock monitoring, anomaly detection, and predictive analytics, all aimed at enhancing railway and industrial operations. By providing real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance capabilities, KONUX helps clients improve the reliability, capacity, and cost-efficiency of their railway systems. The company has expanded its reach across multiple countries in Europe and Asia and has been recognized by the World Economic Forum as one of the world's most innovative start-ups. With over $130 million raised from leading investors, KONUX is committed to modernizing railroad operations and contributing to a sustainable future in mobility.
Arzneimittelwerk Warngau
Series C in 2016
Arzneimittelwerk Warngau develops and markets drug delivery systems. Its portfolio includes active ingredient/biodegradable implants and transdermal systems in the areas of oncology, pain therapy, and neurology. It focuses on transdermal passive and microchip controlled patches, as well as subcutaneous biodegradable implants. Wilfried Fischer founded Arzneimittelwerk Warngau in 2008. It has its headquarters in Warngau in Germany.
VEACT GmbH, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in providing software solutions for after-sales marketing in the automotive industry. The company develops a platform that digitizes marketing processes, leveraging self-learning technology and extensive automotive expertise. By integrating various data sources, including invoices, service histories, and customer surveys, VEACT creates comprehensive customer profiles that facilitate predictive customer intelligence. This approach allows automotive dealerships and manufacturers to enhance the efficiency of their marketing and sales operations, ultimately resulting in reduced costs, improved customer loyalty, and increased revenue.
KONUX GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the development of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions that integrate smart sensor systems with artificial intelligence-based analytics. The company's offerings include switch monitoring, asset monitoring, rolling stock monitoring, anomaly detection, and predictive analytics, all aimed at enhancing railway and industrial operations. By providing real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance capabilities, KONUX helps clients improve the reliability, capacity, and cost-efficiency of their railway systems. The company has expanded its reach across multiple countries in Europe and Asia and has been recognized by the World Economic Forum as one of the world's most innovative start-ups. With over $130 million raised from leading investors, KONUX is committed to modernizing railroad operations and contributing to a sustainable future in mobility.
Dynamic Biosensors
Series A in 2016
Dynamic Biosensors GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, specializes in biomolecular interaction analysis solutions. The company offers the switchSENSE platform, which features the switchSENSE Analyzer and switchSENSE Biochip, enabling label-free interaction analysis through electrically actuated switchable DNA interfaces. These products facilitate various applications, including protein-protein, DNA-protein, and DNA-DNA analysis. By utilizing switchSENSE technology, Dynamic Biosensors provides highly sensitive measurement data that helps biotechnology institutions enhance the quality of their research while reducing the time and costs associated with molecular measurements.
FlixBus, operated by FlixMobility, is a notable provider of intercity travel, focusing on affordable, convenient, and environmentally-friendly transportation solutions. Since its inception in 2013, the company has established Europe's largest long-distance bus network and introduced green long-distance trains in 2018, alongside a pilot for all-electric buses in Germany and France. The platform offers travelers a sustainable alternative to private transportation, featuring amenities such as free WiFi, flexible online booking, and innovative ticketing systems. FlixBus also expanded its services to the United States in 2018, bringing its unique travel model to a broader audience. By collaborating with regional bus partners and private train companies, FlixMobility combines technological innovation with traditional transportation expertise, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving mobility landscape. As a result, FlixBus has transformed the travel experience for over 100 million people across Europe and the United States while contributing to job creation in the mobility sector.
VEACT GmbH, founded in 2010 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializes in providing software solutions for after-sales marketing in the automotive industry. The company develops a platform that digitizes marketing processes, leveraging self-learning technology and extensive automotive expertise. By integrating various data sources, including invoices, service histories, and customer surveys, VEACT creates comprehensive customer profiles that facilitate predictive customer intelligence. This approach allows automotive dealerships and manufacturers to enhance the efficiency of their marketing and sales operations, ultimately resulting in reduced costs, improved customer loyalty, and increased revenue.
Arzneimittelwerk Warngau
Series B in 2015
Arzneimittelwerk Warngau develops and markets drug delivery systems. Its portfolio includes active ingredient/biodegradable implants and transdermal systems in the areas of oncology, pain therapy, and neurology. It focuses on transdermal passive and microchip controlled patches, as well as subcutaneous biodegradable implants. Wilfried Fischer founded Arzneimittelwerk Warngau in 2008. It has its headquarters in Warngau in Germany.
Dynamic Biosensors
Series A in 2015
Dynamic Biosensors GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, specializes in biomolecular interaction analysis solutions. The company offers the switchSENSE platform, which features the switchSENSE Analyzer and switchSENSE Biochip, enabling label-free interaction analysis through electrically actuated switchable DNA interfaces. These products facilitate various applications, including protein-protein, DNA-protein, and DNA-DNA analysis. By utilizing switchSENSE technology, Dynamic Biosensors provides highly sensitive measurement data that helps biotechnology institutions enhance the quality of their research while reducing the time and costs associated with molecular measurements.
GNA Biosolutions
Series B in 2015
GNA Biosolutions is a molecular technology company located in Martinsried, Germany, specializing in innovative diagnostic devices for detecting and analyzing DNA. Their core technology, Pulse Controlled Amplification, enhances molecular testing by integrating ultrafast nucleic acid amplification with intrinsic sample preparation. This advancement allows for efficient and simplified diagnosis of human pathogens in laboratory settings, as well as on-site applications and Point of Care scenarios. GNA Biosolutions aims to make the benefits of molecular testing accessible to a broader audience, facilitating rapid and accurate results from sample collection to analysis.
fos4X GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, specializes in manufacturing advanced fiber optic measurement equipment designed for monitoring lightweight structures, particularly in the wind energy sector. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on innovative fiber optic sensors that significantly outperform traditional measurement technologies, tolerating substantially higher load cycles and strain amplitudes. These compact sensors are particularly suited for assessing rotor blade efficiency and wind cogeneration in wind turbines, enabling clients to optimize energy production and monitor structural performance. In September 2020, fos4X was acquired by Polytech A/S, expanding its reach in the field of smart wind energy solutions.
FlixBus, operated by FlixMobility, is a notable provider of intercity travel, focusing on affordable, convenient, and environmentally-friendly transportation solutions. Since its inception in 2013, the company has established Europe's largest long-distance bus network and introduced green long-distance trains in 2018, alongside a pilot for all-electric buses in Germany and France. The platform offers travelers a sustainable alternative to private transportation, featuring amenities such as free WiFi, flexible online booking, and innovative ticketing systems. FlixBus also expanded its services to the United States in 2018, bringing its unique travel model to a broader audience. By collaborating with regional bus partners and private train companies, FlixMobility combines technological innovation with traditional transportation expertise, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving mobility landscape. As a result, FlixBus has transformed the travel experience for over 100 million people across Europe and the United States while contributing to job creation in the mobility sector.
FlixBus, operated by FlixMobility, is a notable provider of intercity travel, focusing on affordable, convenient, and environmentally-friendly transportation solutions. Since its inception in 2013, the company has established Europe's largest long-distance bus network and introduced green long-distance trains in 2018, alongside a pilot for all-electric buses in Germany and France. The platform offers travelers a sustainable alternative to private transportation, featuring amenities such as free WiFi, flexible online booking, and innovative ticketing systems. FlixBus also expanded its services to the United States in 2018, bringing its unique travel model to a broader audience. By collaborating with regional bus partners and private train companies, FlixMobility combines technological innovation with traditional transportation expertise, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving mobility landscape. As a result, FlixBus has transformed the travel experience for over 100 million people across Europe and the United States while contributing to job creation in the mobility sector.
Orpheus GmbH
Series A in 2014
Orpheus GmbH, founded in 2005 by Dr. Joerg Dittrich and Michael Lauer, specializes in software solutions for spend and procurement performance management. Based in Nuremberg, Germany, with additional offices in Mainz and Cologne, the company offers a range of products, including SpendControl for procurement controlling and spending management, and InitiativeTracker for managing sourcing initiatives. Orpheus also provides data management solutions such as a data consolidation tool and DeltaClass for automated classification of invoices and orders. To enhance data security, the company offers the DataMaskingSuite. Additionally, Orpheus develops custom business intelligence solutions and provides consulting services in spend management and data management, assisting clients with system design, report implementation, and data validation. Its clientele includes small, medium, and large enterprises in Germany and internationally, with notable partnerships among innovative DAX and MDAX companies. As of February 2020, Orpheus operates as a subsidiary of McKinsey & Company, Inc.
fos4X GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, specializes in manufacturing advanced fiber optic measurement equipment designed for monitoring lightweight structures, particularly in the wind energy sector. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on innovative fiber optic sensors that significantly outperform traditional measurement technologies, tolerating substantially higher load cycles and strain amplitudes. These compact sensors are particularly suited for assessing rotor blade efficiency and wind cogeneration in wind turbines, enabling clients to optimize energy production and monitor structural performance. In September 2020, fos4X was acquired by Polytech A/S, expanding its reach in the field of smart wind energy solutions.
FlixBus, operated by FlixMobility, is a notable provider of intercity travel, focusing on affordable, convenient, and environmentally-friendly transportation solutions. Since its inception in 2013, the company has established Europe's largest long-distance bus network and introduced green long-distance trains in 2018, alongside a pilot for all-electric buses in Germany and France. The platform offers travelers a sustainable alternative to private transportation, featuring amenities such as free WiFi, flexible online booking, and innovative ticketing systems. FlixBus also expanded its services to the United States in 2018, bringing its unique travel model to a broader audience. By collaborating with regional bus partners and private train companies, FlixMobility combines technological innovation with traditional transportation expertise, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving mobility landscape. As a result, FlixBus has transformed the travel experience for over 100 million people across Europe and the United States while contributing to job creation in the mobility sector.
Orpheus GmbH
Series A in 2013
Orpheus GmbH, founded in 2005 by Dr. Joerg Dittrich and Michael Lauer, specializes in software solutions for spend and procurement performance management. Based in Nuremberg, Germany, with additional offices in Mainz and Cologne, the company offers a range of products, including SpendControl for procurement controlling and spending management, and InitiativeTracker for managing sourcing initiatives. Orpheus also provides data management solutions such as a data consolidation tool and DeltaClass for automated classification of invoices and orders. To enhance data security, the company offers the DataMaskingSuite. Additionally, Orpheus develops custom business intelligence solutions and provides consulting services in spend management and data management, assisting clients with system design, report implementation, and data validation. Its clientele includes small, medium, and large enterprises in Germany and internationally, with notable partnerships among innovative DAX and MDAX companies. As of February 2020, Orpheus operates as a subsidiary of McKinsey & Company, Inc.
Dynamic Biosensors
Seed Round in 2012
Dynamic Biosensors GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, specializes in biomolecular interaction analysis solutions. The company offers the switchSENSE platform, which features the switchSENSE Analyzer and switchSENSE Biochip, enabling label-free interaction analysis through electrically actuated switchable DNA interfaces. These products facilitate various applications, including protein-protein, DNA-protein, and DNA-DNA analysis. By utilizing switchSENSE technology, Dynamic Biosensors provides highly sensitive measurement data that helps biotechnology institutions enhance the quality of their research while reducing the time and costs associated with molecular measurements.
Orpheus GmbH
Seed Round in 2012
Orpheus GmbH, founded in 2005 by Dr. Joerg Dittrich and Michael Lauer, specializes in software solutions for spend and procurement performance management. Based in Nuremberg, Germany, with additional offices in Mainz and Cologne, the company offers a range of products, including SpendControl for procurement controlling and spending management, and InitiativeTracker for managing sourcing initiatives. Orpheus also provides data management solutions such as a data consolidation tool and DeltaClass for automated classification of invoices and orders. To enhance data security, the company offers the DataMaskingSuite. Additionally, Orpheus develops custom business intelligence solutions and provides consulting services in spend management and data management, assisting clients with system design, report implementation, and data validation. Its clientele includes small, medium, and large enterprises in Germany and internationally, with notable partnerships among innovative DAX and MDAX companies. As of February 2020, Orpheus operates as a subsidiary of McKinsey & Company, Inc.
fos4X GmbH, based in Munich, Germany, specializes in manufacturing advanced fiber optic measurement equipment designed for monitoring lightweight structures, particularly in the wind energy sector. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on innovative fiber optic sensors that significantly outperform traditional measurement technologies, tolerating substantially higher load cycles and strain amplitudes. These compact sensors are particularly suited for assessing rotor blade efficiency and wind cogeneration in wind turbines, enabling clients to optimize energy production and monitor structural performance. In September 2020, fos4X was acquired by Polytech A/S, expanding its reach in the field of smart wind energy solutions.