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Aboa Advest

Family office

Turku · Seed–Late Stage · 9 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Aboa Advest is a family-owned Finnish investment company pursuing impact investing that delivers both social/environmental benefits and financial returns. Since revising its strategy in 2020, its primary focus is investing in venture capital funds, alongside some direct startup investments and buyout funds. It concentrates on the Blue Economy — the sustainable use of ocean resources — and DeepTech, science-based ventures. As co-founder of A’Pelago, it runs the Nordic Blue Accelerator programme in the Baltic Sea region. The firm invests with a long-term horizon, expecting significant returns over roughly ten years, and supports portfolio companies through advisory work, coaching, and fundraising assistance.

Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.

Stage
Seed–Late Stage
HQ
Turku, FI
Leads rounds
Follows
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2015

Team · 9 people

from the firm's website
James Hughes· Founder and Managing Partner
Kaj Hagros· Managing Partner Nordics
Patrik Anckar· CEO and co-founder
Iiro Hollmén· Partner
Meri Anckar· CEO
Ville Valtonen

Frequently asked questions

What stage does Aboa Advest invest at?
Aboa Advest invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
What sectors does Aboa Advest focus on?
Aboa Advest focuses on Cleantech, Climate Tech, Deep Tech, Impact & Social Good.
Where is Aboa Advest located?
Aboa Advest is headquartered in Turku, FI.
Does Aboa Advest lead rounds?
Aboa Advest typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.

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