Participated · Series A · Jun 2026

Almetra develops a manufacturing intelligence platform that combines AI-powered overhead cameras, machine data, IT systems and operator knowledge into a single source of operational intelligence for production lines. Its cameras process video locally to produce structured metrics such as cycle times, output rates and equipment utilisation, with built-in worker privacy through anonymisation and retention of only short randomized snippets for root-cause analysis. The companys proprietary models are trained specifically for industrial production environments and adapt to customers processes without requiring full IT integration. Almetra plans to broaden its automation capabilities and pursue robotics applications in selected production environments, and is using recent funding to expand into the US and advance product development. The company raised €16.3 million in a Series A led by blisce/, reflecting an early growth funding stage to scale technology and deployments.

Led · Seed · Jun 2026

Zelara develops an AI-native learning system for lifecycle marketing that continuously learns from individual customer interactions to determine the optimal message, channel, and timing. The platform operates on top of existing CRM and customer engagement systems so brands can retain strategic control while Zelara handles ongoing decision-making, execution, and learning. Founders Nikolas Schriefer and Björn Heckel built the company to move beyond campaign- and segment-based approaches toward per-customer optimisation. Zelara reported a demonstrated result with a leading European neobank, increasing customer reactivation by 66% without changing existing CRM infrastructure. The company plans to use its recent €3 million pre-seed raise to expand product capabilities across more touchpoints, grow the team, and pursue partnerships to drive commercial adoption. The article does not disclose revenue or broader user metrics.

Participated · Seed · Jun 2026

Companion.energy operates a platform that unifies energy contracts, live operational data, and distributed assets to continuously forecast demand, track market exposure, and automatically execute energy decisions. The company positions its software as a system of execution rather than a monitoring dashboard, directing assets to times of lower prices or profitable grid sales. Founded in 2022, the 19-person startup reports more than €1M in annual recurring revenue after tenfold growth since May 2024 and serves major customers including TotalEnergies, KPN, the Port of Antwerp–Bruges, Interparking, and Proximus Group. It now manages over 2 TWh of annual energy use and supports more than 200 MW of distributed solar, wind, batteries, and EV charging assets. Companion.energy plans to use its recent funding to enhance multi-asset, multi-market optimisation and to expand into Germany and Spain.

Participated · Equity · Apr 2026

Founded in 2020 and based in Berlin, Patronus builds a digital safety and companion solution for older adults centered on a smartwatch and a family mobile app. The wristwatch-style device provides mobile connectivity and a one-press connection to an emergency call centre, removing the need for dedicated home infrastructure. The companion app keeps family members informed and connected without intrusive monitoring. Patronus reports tens of thousands of users and higher daily usage rates than traditional emergency devices, and its platform has handled a substantial number of emergency responses. The company plans to scale across Europe and to expand product features, including development of an AI-powered companion and additional family-focused wellbeing capabilities.

Participated · Series A · Feb 2026

VoiceLine offers an AI assistant that allows field sales and mobile service personnel to dictate quick voice notes after customer interactions; the system instantly turns those spoken inputs into structured visit reports, CRM updates, follow-up tasks, and preparatory briefs that sync with existing enterprise software. Managers gain real-time visibility into frontline activities, customer needs, and market signals, improving decision-making and continuity. The platform can be deployed within days and is designed to meet enterprise-grade security requirements. VoiceLine is already used by mid-market and large enterprises such as DACHSER, ABB, Knauf, KSB, and Elis, supporting deployments across multiple countries and thousands of users. With the latest funding, the company intends to grow its headcount substantially in product, sales, customer success, and partnerships. It also plans to extend the platform to additional frontline use cases and accelerate international expansion. No revenue figures were disclosed in the article.