
VTT Ventures
Description
VTT Ventures Ltd. is the dedicated corporate venture arm and a fully owned subsidiary of VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd., a leading research and technology organization in Northern Europe. Established with the explicit mission to commercialize VTT's extensive research and intellectual property, the firm plays a crucial role in transforming cutting-edge scientific innovations into viable high-tech companies. Its strategic focus is on creating and nurturing spin-off companies directly leveraging VTT's world-class expertise and patented technologies, thereby bridging the gap between advanced research and market application.
The firm primarily targets deep tech ventures, investing across a diverse range of sectors that include clean technologies, industrial innovations, health tech, and digital solutions. VTT Ventures typically engages with companies at the seed and early growth stages, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance and access to VTT's vast network of researchers, facilities, and industry connections. This hands-on approach is designed to accelerate the development and market entry of complex, science-based products and services.
VTT Ventures' initial investments typically range from €50,000 to €500,000. Converting these figures, this translates to approximately $54,500 to $545,000 USD, based on a 1.09 EUR to USD exchange rate. Beyond the initial capital injection, VTT Ventures also offers the potential for follow-on investments, supporting its portfolio companies as they scale and achieve key milestones. The firm's unique position as an integral part of VTT allows it to offer unparalleled access to scientific validation, technical development resources, and a deep understanding of the underlying technologies, making it a distinctive partner for science-based startups emerging from Finland's robust research ecosystem.
Investor Profile
VTT Ventures has backed more than 23 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 3 rounds, about 13% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Finland.
- Strong thematic focus on Product Design, Manufacturing, Electronics.
- Typical check size: $54.5K – $545K.
Stage Focus
- Seed (43%)
- Series Unknown (30%)
- Series B (13%)
- Series A (13%)
Country Focus
- Finland (100%)
Industry Focus
- Product Design
- Manufacturing
- Electronics
- 3d Technology
- Automotive
- Internet Of Things
- Lighting
- Biotechnology
- Semiconductor
- Energy
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