PINC

Overview

PINC is the corporate venture capital arm of Paulig Group, a Finland-based food and beverage company. Established in 2018, PINC focuses on investing in early-stage startups that contribute to a tastier, healthier, and more sustainable planet. Operating as an evergreen fund, PINC does not have a predetermined exit timeframe, allowing for long-term partnerships with portfolio companies. The fund seeks both financial returns and strategic alignment with Paulig's business objectives, aiming to drive innovation in the food industry. PINC's investment strategy emphasizes sectors such as agrifood, biotechnology, and sustainable packaging. The fund typically invests between €200,000 and €1 million in pre-seed and seed-stage companies across the Nordic and European regions. Notable investments include BlueRedGold, a Swedish AgriTech startup developing scalable indoor saffron cultivation systems using robotics and AI; Scindo, a UK-based company creating AI-driven enzymes for sustainable chemistry; and Rainbow Crops, a Belgian startup focused on developing climate-resilient crop varieties through AI-powered technology. By leveraging Paulig Group's extensive network and resources, PINC provides portfolio companies with access to consumer insights, brand and product development expertise, and a vast European sales and distribution network. This strategic support aims to accelerate the growth and impact of startups aligned with PINC's mission to foster a sustainable food system for the future.

Investment Focus

• Pre-seed and seed-stage companies
• Focus on agrifood, biotechnology, and sustainable packaging sectors
• Strategic link to Paulig Group preferred
• Geographical focus on Nordic and European regions

Portfolio Companies