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Loudspring

Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki

Description

Loudspring is a Helsinki-based public investment company with a dedicated focus on the clean technology sector, specifically targeting companies that enhance resource efficiency. Listed on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market Finland, Loudspring operates with a strategic vision to address global challenges related to energy, water, materials, and food by investing in and developing innovative solutions. Unlike traditional venture capital firms that primarily seek minority stakes in early-stage startups, Loudspring adopts an active ownership model, often acquiring significant or majority control in its portfolio companies.

The company's core strategy revolves around building long-term value within its existing holdings through strategic development and hands-on operational support. This approach is exemplified by their key investments, such as Eagle Filters, where Loudspring holds a 60% stake, and Sofi Filtration, in which they possess a 70% ownership. These companies represent Loudspring's commitment to fostering growth and improving the profitability of businesses aligned with their resource efficiency mandate. Their active involvement extends to supporting these companies in their internationalization efforts and market expansion.

While Loudspring's primary emphasis is on nurturing its current portfolio, the company also considers new investments that align with its strategic criteria and valuation parameters. Given their model of acquiring significant or majority stakes in operational companies, their typical first cheque sizes are notably larger than those of conventional early-stage VCs. Based on the scale of their past strategic acquisitions and the financial profiles of the companies at the time of investment, Loudspring's initial investments for significant control typically range from approximately $1 million to $4.5 million. This reflects their commitment to substantial, value-creating partnerships rather than smaller, diversified portfolio plays.

Loudspring's unique position as a publicly traded entity with a specialized focus on clean technology allows investors to participate in the growth of companies addressing critical environmental and resource challenges. With a market capitalization that has typically ranged between €10-15 million, the company leverages its public listing to provide liquidity and transparency while pursuing its mission of saving natural resources through strategic investments.

Investor Profile

Loudspring has backed more than 24 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 16 rounds, about 67% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series A, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Finland, Sweden, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning.
  • Typical check size: $1M – $4.5M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (71%)
  • Series A (8%)
  • Seed (8%)
  • Grant (4%)
  • Pre Seed (4%)
  • Series B (4%)

Country Focus

  • Finland (79%)
  • Sweden (13%)
  • United States (8%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Machine Learning
  • Saas
  • Apps
  • Big Data
  • Energy Management
  • Facility Management
  • Heating, Ventilation, And Air Conditioning (Hvac)
  • Property Management
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FAQ

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Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Loudspring frequently co-invest with?

Business Finland
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 1
Emerald Technology Ventures
Europe, Zurich, Switzerland, Zürich
Co-Investments: 2
Norrlandsfonden
Europe, Norrbottens Lan, Sweden, Luleå
Co-Investments: 1
LUT University
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Lappeenranta
Co-Investments: 1
Finnvera Venture Capital
Europe, Eastern Finland, Finland, Kuopio
Co-Investments: 1
Tesi
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 1
Sofinnova Partners
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
Voima Ventures
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Helsinki
Co-Investments: 1
EQT Ventures
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Co-Investments: 1
Rancilio Cube Sicaf
Europe, Lombardia, Italy, Milano
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does Loudspring often collaborate with?

PC
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Shared Deals: 1
AH
Europe, Southern Finland, Finland, Uusimaa
Shared Deals: 1
JT
Europe, Harjumaa, Estonia, Tallinn
Shared Deals: 1
AH
Europe, Harjumaa, Estonia, Tallinn
Shared Deals: 1
MO
North America, Washington, United States, Seattle
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Loudspring?

Sofi Filtration

Espoo, Southern Finland, Finland

Sofi Filtration is a Finnish provider of innovative industrial water filtration technology.

Industrial EngineeringMechanical EngineeringWaterWater Purification
Series UnknownSep 21, 2020
Amount Raised: $3,528,901
Nuuka

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

Nuuka is a Building SaaS company diagnosing and optimizing HVAC to create future buildings today.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataEnergy ManagementFacility ManagementHeating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Machine LearningProperty ManagementSaaSSmart BuildingSoftware
Series UnknownMay 6, 2019
Amount Raised: $784,077
Eagle Filters

Kotka, Southern Finland, Finland

Eagle Filters is a custom air filtration solutions and air intake handling company.

Clean EnergyCleanTechEnergy
Series UnknownJan 21, 2019
Amount Raised: $909,480
ResQ Club

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

ResQ Club allows consumers to "rescue" valuable food at risk of going to waste, from e.g. restaurants and bakeries.

AppsCustomer ServiceFood and BeverageRestaurantsWaste Management
Series UnknownJan 11, 2018
Nuuka

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

Nuuka is a Building SaaS company diagnosing and optimizing HVAC to create future buildings today.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataEnergy ManagementFacility ManagementHeating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Machine LearningProperty ManagementSaaSSmart BuildingSoftware
Series UnknownOct 31, 2017
ResQ Club

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

ResQ Club allows consumers to "rescue" valuable food at risk of going to waste, from e.g. restaurants and bakeries.

AppsCustomer ServiceFood and BeverageRestaurantsWaste Management
Series UnknownAug 11, 2017
Nuuka

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

Nuuka is a Building SaaS company diagnosing and optimizing HVAC to create future buildings today.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataEnergy ManagementFacility ManagementHeating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Machine LearningProperty ManagementSaaSSmart BuildingSoftware
GrantJan 24, 2017
Amount Raised: $643,705
SansOx

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

SansOx is dedicated into developing and marketing new innovative solutions and technologies for worldwide clean water market.

AgricultureIndustrialWaterWater Purification
Pre SeedDec 31, 2016
Amount Raised: $94,703
Nocart

Lahti, Southern Finland, Finland

Nocart Ltd specializes in producing a wide range of services for industrial automation.

ConsultingIndustrial AutomationTraining
Series UnknownDec 14, 2016
Amount Raised: $5,256,794
Watty

Stockholm, Stockholms Lan, Sweden

Watty makes tools to help people understand what's happening at home in real-time, powered by AI.

AnalyticsAppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Internet of ThingsMachine LearningReal TimeSaaS
SeedJul 12, 2016
Amount Raised: $3,319,318