The Venture Codex

Led · Seed · Jan 2026

Founded in 2021 and employing eight people, Sweetech has built a patented production platform that manufactures rare sugars, or oligosaccharides, using an innovative, eco-friendly fermentation process. The technology positions the company as the only player able to supply these health-benefiting molecules at industrial scale. Early commercial traction includes collaborations with major cosmetics brands and active negotiations with nutraceutical firms. The fresh capital will fund pilot-scale production slated for 2026, expand the customer portfolio, and bolster in-house R&D. Sweetech previously secured a €250 k pre-seed round in 2023 from sector-specialist business angels. The company’s strategy centers on scaling manufacturing capability while deepening partnerships across cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and eventually pharmaceuticals.

Participated · Equity · Nov 2023

Cognitive Design Systems (CDS) builds DfAM and generative-design software—notably its "Cognitive Additive" solution—that analyzes cost, feasibility and sustainability of 3D‑printed parts. The company has integrated modules into third‑party platforms including Synera and Stratasys's GrabCAD Print. CDS is also developing support for conventional manufacturing processes such as injection molding, die casting and machining. It aims to introduce AI and automation to assist CAD designers and reduce design cycle times. Platform development began in 2021, and the company plans geographic expansion and salesforce growth in Europe and the United States. CDS plans to use new funding to accelerate technology development and deepen integrations with major CAD platforms.