Montan-Ventures-Saar

Overview

Montan-Ventures-Saar is a venture capital firm based in Saarland, Germany, specializing in investments in technology-driven companies. As the venture arm of Montan-Stiftung-Saar, it focuses on identifying and developing new business areas to actively participate in current developments. The firm aims to secure the long-term competitiveness of the Saarland steel industry by expanding into new sectors along the value chain of industrial processes. The firm's investment strategy targets startups in the process industry, particularly those involved in disruptive technologies such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, CO2 reduction, and energy efficiency. Montan-Ventures-Saar typically invests between €200,000 and €1 million in early-stage companies, from the startup phase up to the second financing round, with a preference for startups that have achieved product-market fit. The geographical focus includes the Saar-Lor-Lux region, as well as startups from Germany, France, and Luxembourg. Montan-Ventures-Saar offers startups valuable insights into the process industry and access to an extensive network of experts. This support enables startups to stay abreast of current trends in industrial companies and to develop further based on this experience. The firm's portfolio includes industry-related B2B startups in areas such as augmented reality, predictive maintenance, and IoT, with notable investments in companies like RE'FLEKT, Zensor, Rhebo, and DeVeTec. These investments reflect Montan-Ventures-Saar's commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the industrial sector through strategic venture capital engagements.

Investment Focus

• Technology-driven companies
• Startups in the process industry
• Companies involved in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, CO2 reduction, energy efficiency
• Startups with product-market fit
• Companies based in Germany, France, Luxembourg, or the Saar-Lor-Lux region

Portfolio Companies