• Elea & Lili

  Participated · Seed · Mar 2026

  Elea & Lili originated from VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and holds a patent family built on over a decade of VTT biomaterials research. Its core product, Cellulose Super Absorbent (CSA™), is a cellulose-based, biodegradable, microplastic-free alternative to fossil-based superabsorbent polymers, designed to be compatible with existing diaper production lines and to match SAP performance. The company is targeting two primary markets: disposable diapers and agricultural water-retention products, citing regulatory and consumer pressure and an EU restriction from 2028 on persistent plastic components in soil. CSA™ has undergone safety and skin compatibility testing according to relevant ISO standards. Elea & Lili plans pilot-to-industrial scale-up through partnerships with leading cellulose and biomaterials companies and aims for initial commercial launches in the U.S. and Europe.

• Skipperi

  Participated · Series A · Feb 2023

  Skipperi operates a shared‑use boating subscription (Skipperi Fleet) and a peer‑to‑peer rental marketplace (Skipperi Rent). Skipperi Fleet members can access any of 400+ boats across six countries with no sign‑up fees; members pay a seasonal monthly fee and fuel. Skipperi Rent lets owners rent their boats to qualified boaters while the company handles maintenance, equipment, insurance and availability. The company offers theoretical and practical training through its academy and requires boaters to pass Skipperi’s boating exam or hold locally required permits. Founded in 2017 and based in Helsinki, Skipperi currently operates in over 40 locations across Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, New Zealand and Canada. It raised €7M in a Series A and plans to use the funds to expand to Brisbane and several US locations while strengthening its platform and tech team; total funding to date is €12.6M.

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