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Nauta Capital

Europe, England, United Kingdom, London

Description

Nauta Capital is a prominent pan-European Venture Capital firm with a dedicated focus on early-stage B2B software companies. Headquartered in London, with additional offices in Barcelona and Munich, the firm strategically positions itself to identify and support promising technology ventures across the continent. Nauta Capital primarily targets Series A and early Series B rounds, seeking out businesses that demonstrate strong product-market fit, scalable business models, and a clear path to global expansion within the enterprise software landscape.

The firm's investment thesis revolves around backing capital-efficient B2B software companies that are poised for significant growth. Nauta Capital typically invests between €3 million and €7 million in initial cheques, often leading or co-leading these funding rounds. Beyond capital, they are known for providing hands-on operational support, leveraging their deep industry expertise and extensive network to help portfolio companies navigate challenges in areas such as sales, marketing, talent acquisition, and internationalization.

Nauta Capital has a robust track record, having raised multiple funds to support its investment strategy. Their latest fund, Fund V, closed at €120 million in 2021, bringing their total assets under management to over €350 million across various funds. This substantial capital base underscores their long-term commitment to fostering innovation within the European B2B software ecosystem, enabling them to make meaningful investments and support their portfolio companies through various growth stages.

Investor Profile

Nauta Capital has backed more than 162 startups, with 7 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 86 rounds, about 53% of its total and boasts 23 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Spain, United Kingdom, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, SaaS, Analytics.
  • Led 7 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $3.2M – $7.6M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (28%)
  • Seed (26%)
  • Series Unknown (18%)
  • Series B (15%)
  • Series C (4%)
  • Pre Seed (4%)
  • Series D (3%)
  • Series E (1%)
  • Debt Financing (1%)

Country Focus

  • Spain (35%)
  • United Kingdom (27%)
  • United States (22%)
  • Germany (9%)
  • Finland (2%)
  • France (2%)
  • Sweden (1%)
  • Ireland (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Saas
  • Analytics
  • Mobile
  • Information Technology
  • Enterprise Software
  • Internet
  • E-commerce
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Advertising
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Who does Nauta Capital frequently co-invest with?

Gemini Israel Ventures
Asia, Tel Aviv, Israel, Herzliya
Co-Investments: 5
Antler
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 4
Elaia
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 5
NXT Ventures
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Marblehead
Co-Investments: 5
Bankinter
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Madrid
Co-Investments: 4
Osage Venture Partners
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Bala Cynwyd
Co-Investments: 4
Ascent Venture Partners
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 4
Oxford Capital
Europe, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, Oxford
Co-Investments: 4
Lightspeed Venture Partners
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 4
Innovation Endeavors
North America, California, United States, Palo Alto
Co-Investments: 5

Which angels does Nauta Capital often collaborate with?

CF
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
NB
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
LC
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Shared Deals: 2
SC
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Shared Deals: 1
IC
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
John Libby
North America, California, United States, Irvine
Shared Deals: 1
CB
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
MB
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
JM
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Shared Deals: 2
AE
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Nauta Capital?

Neurolabs

London, England, United Kingdom

Setting the global standard for image recognition powered by synthetic data.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Computer VisionRetail TechnologySoftware
Series AApr 23, 2025
Amount Raised: $7,800,000
Unravel

London, England, United Kingdom

Unravel delivers immersive digital transformation and engagement with travellers through short-format, shoppable videos.

AppsInternetSoftwareTravel
Series AApr 2, 2025
Amount Raised: $7,000,000
Zelt

London, England, United Kingdom

Zelt is an HRtech startup that helps businesses oversee their entire workforce throughout the employee lifecycle within a single system.

Bookkeeping and PayrollHuman ResourcesSaaSSoftware
Series AJan 30, 2025
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
WEECOVER

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Weecover facilitates online and digital insurance on-boarding processes for Companies, Customers and Distribution partners.

Digital MediaFinancial ServicesFinTechInsuranceInsurTech
Series UnknownJan 23, 2025
Amount Raised: $4,372,950
NetBird

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

NetBird is a cybersecurity company that is building an open-source platform to simplify the deployment of Virtual Private Networks.

Cyber SecurityIaaSInformation ServicesInformation Technology
SeedDec 3, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,203,800
Acai Travel

New York, New York, United States

Acai Travel unleashes the full potential of travel operations with AI-powered automation, for faster and leaner customer service.

SeedNov 4, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,000,000
Wegrow-app

Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Wegrow-app is a company that uses a gamified platform to engage teams, grow businesses, and achieve CSR targets.

Information TechnologySoftware
Series ASep 18, 2024
Amount Raised: $7,779,818
Danelfin

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Danelfin operates as an AI-enhanced stock analytics platform.

AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)
Series UnknownJun 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,148,442
ifeel

Madrid, Madrid, Spain

ifeel is the all-in-one emotional well-being platform for organisations and individuals.

Health Care
Series BMay 29, 2024
Amount Raised: $19,874,209
HappySignals

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

HappySignals develops an experience management platform that helps improve employee experience and productivity.

AnalyticsBig DataInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyManagement Information SystemsProductivity ToolsSaaS
Series UnknownApr 22, 2024
Amount Raised: $12,785,925