Gladium Overview
Gladium is an investment and consulting firm based in Gothenburg, Sweden, specializing in the process industry. The firm is led by founder Jan Svärd and has a particular interest in water technology investments. Gladium's investment strategy includes ticket sizes ranging from $7 million to $30 million, targeting companies with proven EBITDA between $3 million and $15 million. The firm has invested in companies like Atium, a water treatment technology manufacturer.
Is Gladium the right investor for your startup? Browse their investment focus, stage preferences, and geographic scope to see how well they align with your fundraising goals. Your full match score with Gladium, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
Gladium
Investment focus
Invest in
- Nordics
Industries / verticals
- Engineering / Manufacturing
Stages
Seed, Series A
First ticket size
SEK 7,000,000 - SEK 30,000,000
How to approach funds like Gladium
When approaching Gladium, emphasize your company's operational track record and clear path to profitability, as they prioritize businesses with established EBITDA and scalable solutions. Highlight how your technology addresses critical challenges in the process industry, particularly in water or environmental tech, and be prepared to discuss both technical differentiation and commercial traction. Demonstrating a strong management team with deep industry expertise and a realistic growth plan will resonate with their hands-on, sector-focused approach.
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