Caixa Capital

Caixa Capital is the private equity and venture capital division of Caixa Geral de Depósitos, based in Lisbon, Portugal. Established in 1991, it has over two decades of experience in the industry, making it a prominent player in the Portuguese investment landscape. The firm manages more than 700 million Euros and boasts a diverse portfolio of over 80 investments across various sectors, including consumer, enterprise, life sciences, cleantech, energy, industrial, infrastructure, and services. Caixa Capital focuses on investing in companies with strong management teams and high growth potential, aiming to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns while contributing positively to society. Its longstanding presence and extensive network link it to key European sector associations, reinforcing its status as a leading investor in the region.

Rui Jerónimo

Investment Manager

Walter Palma

Investment Manager

Past deals in Portugal

Delox

Seed Round in 2022
Delox designs and develops bio-decontamination devices and automatic decontamination robots that use a solid hydrogen peroxide formulation to deliver rapid, safe disinfection and maintain sterile conditions in healthcare, laboratory and industrial environments. Originating as a spin-off from the University of Lisbon's Faculty of Sciences, the company focuses on compact, cost-effective solutions such as the Delox Box, supported by DeloxHP cartridges that store and release concentrated hydrogen peroxide vapor. Its products enable sterilization of medical devices in hospitals, room decontamination in medical facilities, pharma and food industries, as well as decontamination of laboratory equipment and environmental test chambers. Founded in 2018 and based in Cascais, Portugal, Delox targets facilities that require non-toxic, efficient bio-decontamination to preserve biosafety and reduce downtime.

Fibersail

Seed Round in 2022
Fibersail is a technology company based in Oeiras, Portugal, with an additional office in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Founded in 2014, it specializes in providing continuous and automated real-time shape monitoring services for wind turbine blades. Using a shape sensing system based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) fiber optic technology, Fibersail analyzes the shape, condition, and behavior of windmill blades. This real-time information aids wind turbine operators in maximizing performance and availability while reducing the risk of failures and minimizing maintenance costs. The company's innovative fiber optic sensors facilitate easy and seamless integration along the entire length of critical structures, ensuring precise monitoring of their condition and structural integrity.

HypeLabs

Seed Round in 2019
HypeLabs is the company that created the Hype SDK, an interoperable mesh networking software that improves connectivity on all kinds of devices, from mobile to desktop to IoT, allowing them to connect even when there is no internet. The software works by intelligently connecting devices in local mesh networks using existing connectivity technologies, such as Bluetooth, WiFi, LoRa and others. This network enables content to securely hop between devices, until it reaches a destination or an Internet exit point, improving range and deliverability. Founded in 2016, the company is located in San Francisco (USA), Porto (Portugal), London (UK) and Krakow (Poland). AngelPad #10 (Spring '16) alumni & Deutsche Telekom WARP alumni.

Prodsmart

Seed Round in 2019
Prodsmart, Informática, Lda. is a Portuguese company founded in 2013 that specializes in developing analytics, management, and optimization software for manufacturing assembly lines and job shops. The company offers a comprehensive tracking system that enables factories to eliminate paperwork and collect real-time data through the use of smartphones on the shop floor. Its software provides functionalities such as shop floor management, real-time dashboards, planning and scheduling, product traceability, inventory management, custom reports, and real-time alerts. Prodsmart serves a diverse range of industries including automotive, electronics, food and beverage, textiles, and industrial manufacturing, among others. The company’s clients include notable firms such as Mitsubishi and Componor, reflecting its commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and visibility within manufacturing processes.

Delox

Seed Round in 2018
Delox designs and develops bio-decontamination devices and automatic decontamination robots that use a solid hydrogen peroxide formulation to deliver rapid, safe disinfection and maintain sterile conditions in healthcare, laboratory and industrial environments. Originating as a spin-off from the University of Lisbon's Faculty of Sciences, the company focuses on compact, cost-effective solutions such as the Delox Box, supported by DeloxHP cartridges that store and release concentrated hydrogen peroxide vapor. Its products enable sterilization of medical devices in hospitals, room decontamination in medical facilities, pharma and food industries, as well as decontamination of laboratory equipment and environmental test chambers. Founded in 2018 and based in Cascais, Portugal, Delox targets facilities that require non-toxic, efficient bio-decontamination to preserve biosafety and reduce downtime.

Prodsmart

Seed Round in 2018
Prodsmart, Informática, Lda. is a Portuguese company founded in 2013 that specializes in developing analytics, management, and optimization software for manufacturing assembly lines and job shops. The company offers a comprehensive tracking system that enables factories to eliminate paperwork and collect real-time data through the use of smartphones on the shop floor. Its software provides functionalities such as shop floor management, real-time dashboards, planning and scheduling, product traceability, inventory management, custom reports, and real-time alerts. Prodsmart serves a diverse range of industries including automotive, electronics, food and beverage, textiles, and industrial manufacturing, among others. The company’s clients include notable firms such as Mitsubishi and Componor, reflecting its commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and visibility within manufacturing processes.

Unbabel

Series B in 2018
Unbabel Inc., established in 2013, specializes in online translation services. Headquartered in San Francisco with additional offices in New York, Pittsburgh, and Lisbon, the company combines machine translation with human editing to facilitate global business communication. Unbabel translates user-generated content like emails, wikis, and forums, offering solutions for customer service, tickets, and chat. Its services enable enterprises to serve customers in their native languages, bridging language barriers and fostering multilingual understanding.

HypeLabs

Seed Round in 2017
HypeLabs is the company that created the Hype SDK, an interoperable mesh networking software that improves connectivity on all kinds of devices, from mobile to desktop to IoT, allowing them to connect even when there is no internet. The software works by intelligently connecting devices in local mesh networks using existing connectivity technologies, such as Bluetooth, WiFi, LoRa and others. This network enables content to securely hop between devices, until it reaches a destination or an Internet exit point, improving range and deliverability. Founded in 2016, the company is located in San Francisco (USA), Porto (Portugal), London (UK) and Krakow (Poland). AngelPad #10 (Spring '16) alumni & Deutsche Telekom WARP alumni.

Unbabel

Series A in 2016
Unbabel Inc., established in 2013, specializes in online translation services. Headquartered in San Francisco with additional offices in New York, Pittsburgh, and Lisbon, the company combines machine translation with human editing to facilitate global business communication. Unbabel translates user-generated content like emails, wikis, and forums, offering solutions for customer service, tickets, and chat. Its services enable enterprises to serve customers in their native languages, bridging language barriers and fostering multilingual understanding.

C2C NewCap

Seed Round in 2016
C2C NewCap, founded in 2014 by Rui Silva and Andre Mao de Ferro, is a Lisbon-based manufacturer specializing in the production of supercapacitors designed for efficient electrical energy storage. The company focuses on developing next-generation devices that utilize proprietary electrodes and an aqueous electrolyte, which contribute to a low environmental impact. C2C NewCap aims to provide clients with energy storage solutions that not only enhance operational efficiency but also reduce overall environmental and operational costs.

Movvo

Series A in 2016
Movvo, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing an indoor-tracking and real-time analytics platform aimed at enhancing the understanding of shopper behavior in physical spaces. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Oporto, Portugal, with additional offices in London and Hong Kong, Movvo serves a diverse clientele, including shopping malls, retail stores, airports, hospitals, and other entertainment venues. The platform leverages advanced wireless sensor technology and integrates various public and private datasets, applying machine learning to deliver actionable insights and facilitate rapid scenario planning. By analyzing in-store browsing and shopping patterns, Movvo enables businesses to optimize retail performance, improve asset management decisions, and enhance the overall visitor experience in commercial real estate.

KIDE

Convertible Note in 2016
KIDE Lda is an online retailer based in Braga, Portugal, specializing in children's apparel. Founded in 2015, the company provides a wide range of clothing products for boys and girls aged from newborn to 14 years, including tops, bottoms, all-in-ones, outerwear, and sleepwear, as well as shoes and accessories like hats and bags. KIDE emphasizes a curated selection of items from emerging designers and independent brands, ensuring that customers have access to unique and stylish options for their children. The company is committed to delivering orders efficiently, aiming to connect customers directly with fashion designers and enhance the overall shopping experience.

BioMimetx

Seed Round in 2016
BioMimetx is a biotechnology startup based in Cantanhede, Portugal, dedicated to developing environmentally friendly antifouling solutions to combat marine biofouling. The company focuses on harnessing environmental bacteria that secrete beneficial molecules, which serve as natural antimicrobials, algaecides, and larvicides. By incorporating these bio-based compounds into marine paints and coatings, BioMimetx aims to protect surfaces such as hulls and nets, thereby minimizing fuel consumption and reducing the risk of introducing invasive species. This innovative approach not only addresses critical challenges in marine industries but also prioritizes the preservation of marine ecosystems.

Fibersail

Seed Round in 2016
Fibersail is a technology company based in Oeiras, Portugal, with an additional office in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Founded in 2014, it specializes in providing continuous and automated real-time shape monitoring services for wind turbine blades. Using a shape sensing system based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) fiber optic technology, Fibersail analyzes the shape, condition, and behavior of windmill blades. This real-time information aids wind turbine operators in maximizing performance and availability while reducing the risk of failures and minimizing maintenance costs. The company's innovative fiber optic sensors facilitate easy and seamless integration along the entire length of critical structures, ensuring precise monitoring of their condition and structural integrity.

Prodsmart

Seed Round in 2016
Prodsmart, Informática, Lda. is a Portuguese company founded in 2013 that specializes in developing analytics, management, and optimization software for manufacturing assembly lines and job shops. The company offers a comprehensive tracking system that enables factories to eliminate paperwork and collect real-time data through the use of smartphones on the shop floor. Its software provides functionalities such as shop floor management, real-time dashboards, planning and scheduling, product traceability, inventory management, custom reports, and real-time alerts. Prodsmart serves a diverse range of industries including automotive, electronics, food and beverage, textiles, and industrial manufacturing, among others. The company’s clients include notable firms such as Mitsubishi and Componor, reflecting its commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and visibility within manufacturing processes.

Exogenus Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2015
Exogenus Therapeutics, S.A. is a biotechnology company based in Cantanhede, Portugal, founded in 2015. The company focuses on the development of cellular-based therapies for regenerative medicine, particularly aimed at treating skin lesions. It is currently advancing its primary product, Exo-Wound, which targets chronic wounds. Exogenus Therapeutics utilizes an exosome-based platform technology that capitalizes on the regenerative, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties of proprietary vesicles. This innovative approach aims to create a diverse pipeline of therapeutic solutions for skin and autoimmune diseases. The company originated from the Nanoinspire project, which was developed in collaboration with notable institutions such as Crioestaminal SA, Biocant, and the Centre for Neurosciences and Cellular Biology of Coimbra University.

Unbabel

Seed Round in 2015
Unbabel Inc., established in 2013, specializes in online translation services. Headquartered in San Francisco with additional offices in New York, Pittsburgh, and Lisbon, the company combines machine translation with human editing to facilitate global business communication. Unbabel translates user-generated content like emails, wikis, and forums, offering solutions for customer service, tickets, and chat. Its services enable enterprises to serve customers in their native languages, bridging language barriers and fostering multilingual understanding.

MagniFinance

Seed Round in 2015
MagniFinance is a financial technology company based in Lisbon, Portugal, that provides an online platform for cash flow prediction and management tailored for small and midsize businesses. Founded in March 2015 by Andre Silva, Diogo Nesbitt, and Jorge Rodrigues dos Santos, the company offers a comprehensive financial management solution that includes features for billing, document management, and certified invoicing. Its platform enables users to create invoices that are recognized by the tax authority, capture and organize banking transactions, and efficiently manage their financial documents. Additionally, MagniFinance utilizes technology to process information from images of invoices, allowing clients to track the status of payments and maintain an organized accounting system.

FAPOR

Acquisition in 2014
FAPOR is a ceramic ware producing company for ends such as table, kitchen, and decorative. Established in Portugal, in 1986, Fapor specializes in the manufacture and sale of utility tableware, both in earthenware and stoneware. In 1991 the range of products increased and they began to manufacture their own tableware line that allowed them access to new markets. In 1996, they decisively strengthened their export customer base and currently export 99% of their output to diverse markets such as the USA, Australia, and Europe.

BioMimetx

Seed Round in 2014
BioMimetx is a biotechnology startup based in Cantanhede, Portugal, dedicated to developing environmentally friendly antifouling solutions to combat marine biofouling. The company focuses on harnessing environmental bacteria that secrete beneficial molecules, which serve as natural antimicrobials, algaecides, and larvicides. By incorporating these bio-based compounds into marine paints and coatings, BioMimetx aims to protect surfaces such as hulls and nets, thereby minimizing fuel consumption and reducing the risk of introducing invasive species. This innovative approach not only addresses critical challenges in marine industries but also prioritizes the preservation of marine ecosystems.

PLUX wireless biosignals S.A.

Seed Round in 2013
PLUX wireless biosignals S.A. is a company that specializes in the development of biosignal monitoring platforms, utilizing wearable body sensors, wireless connectivity, algorithms, and software applications. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal, with an additional office in Lisbon, PLUX offers a range of products tailored for researchers, physiotherapists, and industries worldwide. Its offerings include biosignalsplux, a toolkit for collecting and analyzing biosignal data; BITalino, designed for learning and prototyping applications using body signals; physioplux, focused on enhancing patient recovery in physiotherapy; and ergoplux, which assists ergonomics teams in preventing workplace injuries. Additionally, the company develops custom biosignal solutions, engages in clinical trials, and converts laboratory prototypes into market-ready products, thus supporting diverse applications in education, research, and healthcare.

Movvo

Seed Round in 2012
Movvo, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing an indoor-tracking and real-time analytics platform aimed at enhancing the understanding of shopper behavior in physical spaces. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Oporto, Portugal, with additional offices in London and Hong Kong, Movvo serves a diverse clientele, including shopping malls, retail stores, airports, hospitals, and other entertainment venues. The platform leverages advanced wireless sensor technology and integrates various public and private datasets, applying machine learning to deliver actionable insights and facilitate rapid scenario planning. By analyzing in-store browsing and shopping patterns, Movvo enables businesses to optimize retail performance, improve asset management decisions, and enhance the overall visitor experience in commercial real estate.

PLUX wireless biosignals S.A.

Seed Round in 2011
PLUX wireless biosignals S.A. is a company that specializes in the development of biosignal monitoring platforms, utilizing wearable body sensors, wireless connectivity, algorithms, and software applications. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal, with an additional office in Lisbon, PLUX offers a range of products tailored for researchers, physiotherapists, and industries worldwide. Its offerings include biosignalsplux, a toolkit for collecting and analyzing biosignal data; BITalino, designed for learning and prototyping applications using body signals; physioplux, focused on enhancing patient recovery in physiotherapy; and ergoplux, which assists ergonomics teams in preventing workplace injuries. Additionally, the company develops custom biosignal solutions, engages in clinical trials, and converts laboratory prototypes into market-ready products, thus supporting diverse applications in education, research, and healthcare.

Biosurfit

Seed Round in 2010
Biosurfit is a Portuguese medical technology company spun off from Universidade de Lisboa. It specializes in developing innovative technologies for in-vitro diagnostic testing, aiming to provide healthcare providers with comprehensive patient information for accurate diagnosis and efficient treatment decisions.
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