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Emertec operates as a venture capital firm, specializing in the management of early-stage funds directed towards innovative companies. It primarily invests across vital sectors including clean technology, information and communication technologies, software, healthcare, semiconductors, and mobile technology. The firm employs a strategic investment approach, identifying and nurturing promising startups that align with its focus on sustainable growth and adapting to evolving industry demands.
Emertec was established in Grenoble in 1999, founded with the core insight of invigorating seed investment within the burgeoning technology landscape. The firm aimed to provide essential capital and strategic guidance to emerging enterprises, recognizing the need to foster risk-taking and innovation in critical industries. Over two decades, it has developed into a national venture capital presence, maintaining its dedication to supporting foundational technological advancements.
The firm's clients are the early-stage companies it chooses to back, which leverage Emertec's capital to develop their product offerings and scale operations. Emertec envisions a future propelled by sustainable innovation, actively contributing to the growth of impactful technologies. Its long-term mission is to continue identifying and empowering the next generation of pioneering ventures that address global challenges through their technological advancements.
Emertec has 5 tracked investments across 4 companies. The latest tracked deal is $15.2M Series B in Ynsect in December 2016.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2016 | Ynsect | $15.2M Series B | BPI Green Tech Investment, Future Positive Capital | Demeter, VisVires NEW Protein |
| Dec 1, 2015 | Naïo Technologies | $3.0M Seed | — | Capagro, Wiseed |
| Jan 5, 2015 | Ynsect | $6.5M Other Equity | — | Demeter Partners, VisVires NEW Protein |
| May 19, 2010 | Movidius | $7.5M Series B | — | AIB, Capital E, Celtic House Venture Partners |
| Apr 12, 2010 | Clean Mobile | $9.0M Other Equity | — | Capital E, Earlybird, High Tech Grunderfonds, Silicon Valley Technology Group |