Invest-NL Overview

Invest-NL is a government-backed impact investor based in the Netherlands, dedicated to financing innovative and sustainable projects that contribute to the country's economic growth and environmental goals. With a fund size of €250 million, Invest-NL primarily invests in disruptive key enabling technologies, including deep tech, energy, life sciences & health, agrifood, and the biobased & circular economy. The firm targets multi-stage companies, from startups to scale-ups, with Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) ranging from 3 to 9. Investment sizes range from €1 million to €15 million per round, with a maximum of €37.5 million per company. Invest-NL co-invests pari passu with private lead investors, primarily using equity instruments, and maintains ownership stakes below 50%. The firm focuses on companies based in the Netherlands, aiming to create impact through job creation, research and development, and contributions to the Dutch innovation ecosystem and economy.

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Invest-NL

VC Fund

Investment focus

Invest in

  • Baltics
  • Nordics
  • Western Europe
  • Southern Europe
  • Central Eastern Europe
  • North America 1 / 5

Product type

  • Software
  • Hardware
  • Software-enabled hardware

Industries / verticals

  • AgriTech / FoodTech
  • BioTech & Life Sciences
  • Energy
  • Engineering / Manufacturing
  • MedTech & Devices
  • Waste Management / Recycling

Investment role

Lead and follow

Stages

Seed, Series A, Series B or later

First ticket size

€1,000,000 - €15,000,000

How to approach funds like Invest-NL

When engaging Invest-NL, founders should clearly articulate the measurable societal or environmental impact their solution delivers, especially in the context of Dutch national priorities. Demonstrate a robust pathway to commercialization and scalability, with a focus on how your technology advances the Dutch innovation ecosystem. Highlight strong partnerships with private investors, as Invest-NL typically co-invests and values syndication with credible market players. Be prepared to discuss your company’s progress along the TRL spectrum and how additional capital will accelerate both impact and market traction.

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