Nabtesco Technology Ventures
Corporate VCZurich · Seed–Series A · 3 people tracked
Investment thesis
Nabtesco Technology Ventures pursues open innovation as part of Nabtesco Corporation's growth strategy, seeking leading-edge technology in motion control, robotics, transportation, and manufacturing. The fund invests primarily, though not exclusively, in robotics, motors, sensors, additive manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things technologies. By backing disruptive ventures globally, it strengthens Nabtesco's position as a leader in manufacturing technology and accelerates investment and collaboration around the world.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 3 people
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What they invest in
from 7 of 7 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×4Robotics ×4Deep Tech ×3Advanced Manufacturing ×2IoT ×2Cleantech ×1Construction Tech ×1Energy ×1
HQs:United States×2Switzerland×1Japan×1
Investments · 7 tracked
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Alva Industries develops electric motors and drive systems using a patented FiberPrinting production technology for ironless, slotless stator windings, offering compact torque motors such as SlimTorq and GearTorq.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningCleantechDeep TechHardwareRobotics
Co-investorsDRONE FUNDEmerald Technology Ventures AgNysnø Climate InvestmentsSandwater
Embotech is an ETH spin-off deep-tech company focused on autonomous driving systems and Level 4 autonomy platforms for industrial applications, with emphasis on functional safety certification.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & TransportationRoboticsZurich, CH
Dr. Alexander Domahidi(Founder)Andreas Kyrtatosin
Co-investorsBMW i VenturesEmerald Technology Ventures AgYttrium
Hiboo is a software platform that collects and centralizes data from mixed fleets of heavy equipment and utility vehicles regardless of make, model, or year, offering reports and alerts on downtime, faults, fuel use, and carbon impact.
Construction TechIoTSaaS
Clément Bénard(Founder)inFrançois Jacob(Founder)in
Co-investorsEmerald Technology Ventures AgIsaiISAI GestionSBI Ventures Europe GmbHCitizen CapitalRing Capital
EnergySan Diego, US
Joseph Gottlieb(Executive Officer, Director)Raphael Diamond(Executive Officer, Director)Richard Sander(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardBlair Anderson(Director)Lee Burrows(Director)Adam Goldstein(Director)
Co-investorsEmerald Technology Ventures AgCycle Capital
Sensyn Robotics develops SENSYN CORE, a platform using AI, IoT, and robots (such as drones) to support digital transformation of business processes for social and industrial infrastructure.
AI & Machine LearningIoTRobotics
Co-investorsDRONE FUNDEmerald Technology Ventures AgGlobis Capital PartnersJapan FinanceSumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank
sewts develops robotics automation using Physical AI to handle tasks that are difficult to automate.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechRobotics
Alexander Bley Bremer(Founder)inTill Rickert(Founder)inTim Doerks(Founder)in
Co-investorsBayern KapitalEmerald Technology Ventures AgCNB CapitalEquityPitcher Ventures
Advanced ManufacturingGrandview, US
DARYLL NOTTINGHAM(DIRECTOR BUSINESS OPERATIONS AND CONTRACTS)JEFFERY T. KOSTOS(PRESIDENT AND CEO, MANAGEMENT BOARD MEMBER)JOON KIM(CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER AND MANAGEMENT BOARD MEMBER)MITCH MABREY(VICE PRESIDENT BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND ENGINEERING)
BoardMICHAEL YIM(MANAGEMENT BOARD MEMBER)DENNIS ODELL(MANAGEMENT BOARD MEMBER)
Co-investorsEmerald Technology Ventures AgKCRise FundABB Technology VenturesChevron Technology VenturesEvergy Ventures
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesAlva Industries · arcticstartup.com · Aug 20, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Nabtesco Technology Ventures invest at?
- Nabtesco Technology Ventures invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Nabtesco Technology Ventures focus on?
- Nabtesco Technology Ventures focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, AI & Machine Learning, Cleantech, Consumer, Deep Tech, Energy, Enterprise Software, Hardware, IoT, Mobility & Transportation, New Materials, Robotics, SaaS, Semiconductors.
- Where is Nabtesco Technology Ventures located?
- Nabtesco Technology Ventures is headquartered in Zurich, CH.
- Does Nabtesco Technology Ventures lead rounds?
- Nabtesco Technology Ventures typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
- Who does Nabtesco Technology Ventures co-invest with?
- Nabtesco Technology Ventures most often shares deals with DRONE FUND, Emerald Technology Ventures Ag, Nysnø Climate Investments, among 4 tracked co-investors.
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