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

Pedro Rangel

President and Chairman

Past deals in Portugal

Delox

Seed Round in 2022
Delox, founded in 2018 and based in Cascais, Portugal, specializes in the design and development of bio-decontamination devices aimed at creating clean and safe environments. As a spin-off from the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon, the company has developed innovative technologies, including DeloxHP, a solid formulation that safely releases concentrated hydrogen peroxide vapor. This advancement allows for the creation of compact and cost-effective bio-decontamination solutions, such as the Delox Box. Delox's applications span various sectors, including the sterilization of medical devices, bio-decontamination of laboratory equipment, and room decontamination in hospitals, the food industry, and even space environments. The company focuses on providing non-toxic solutions to combat microorganisms, ensuring safe handling and transportation of hydrogen peroxide through its cartridge system.

Fibersail

Seed Round in 2022
Fibersail is a technology company specializing in the monitoring of wind turbine blades through an advanced shape sensing system based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) fiber optic technology. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Oeiras, Portugal, with an additional office in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Fibersail provides real-time analysis of the shape, condition, and behavior of wind turbine blades. This innovative service enables wind turbine operators to optimize performance and enhance availability while reducing the risk of failures and lowering maintenance costs. By integrating fiber optic sensors along the entire length of critical structures, Fibersail offers a straightforward solution for continuous monitoring, contributing to the overall safety and efficiency of wind energy infrastructure.

Prodsmart

Seed Round in 2019
Prodsmart, Informática, Lda. is a software development company based in Lisbon, Portugal, specializing in analytics and optimization solutions for manufacturing assembly lines and job shops. Founded in 2013, the company offers a real-time tracking system that helps factories transition to a digital smart factory model by eliminating paperwork and collecting data via smartphones on the shop floor. Its software provides various functionalities, including shop floor management, real-time dashboards, planning and scheduling, product traceability, inventory management, and custom reporting, all accessible remotely. Prodsmart serves a diverse range of industries, such as automotive, construction, electronics, food and beverage, and textiles, among others. Notable clients include Componor, Mitsubishi, and Alualpha, reflecting the company's significant presence in the manufacturing sector.

Delox

Seed Round in 2018
Delox, founded in 2018 and based in Cascais, Portugal, specializes in the design and development of bio-decontamination devices aimed at creating clean and safe environments. As a spin-off from the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon, the company has developed innovative technologies, including DeloxHP, a solid formulation that safely releases concentrated hydrogen peroxide vapor. This advancement allows for the creation of compact and cost-effective bio-decontamination solutions, such as the Delox Box. Delox's applications span various sectors, including the sterilization of medical devices, bio-decontamination of laboratory equipment, and room decontamination in hospitals, the food industry, and even space environments. The company focuses on providing non-toxic solutions to combat microorganisms, ensuring safe handling and transportation of hydrogen peroxide through its cartridge system.

Prodsmart

Seed Round in 2018
Prodsmart, Informática, Lda. is a software development company based in Lisbon, Portugal, specializing in analytics and optimization solutions for manufacturing assembly lines and job shops. Founded in 2013, the company offers a real-time tracking system that helps factories transition to a digital smart factory model by eliminating paperwork and collecting data via smartphones on the shop floor. Its software provides various functionalities, including shop floor management, real-time dashboards, planning and scheduling, product traceability, inventory management, and custom reporting, all accessible remotely. Prodsmart serves a diverse range of industries, such as automotive, construction, electronics, food and beverage, and textiles, among others. Notable clients include Componor, Mitsubishi, and Alualpha, reflecting the company's significant presence in the manufacturing sector.

Unbabel

Series B in 2018
Unbabel Inc. specializes in providing online translation services that facilitate communication between businesses and their customers in multiple languages. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, Pittsburgh, and Lisbon, the company integrates machine translation technology with a network of human editors. This approach allows Unbabel to deliver high-quality translations for user-generated content, such as emails and chats, across various digital channels. By leveraging artificial intelligence and a global community of bilingual translators, Unbabel ensures that enterprises can offer prompt and authentic translations, thereby enhancing customer service and enabling businesses to effectively engage with a diverse, international audience.

Unbabel

Series A in 2016
Unbabel Inc. specializes in providing online translation services that facilitate communication between businesses and their customers in multiple languages. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, Pittsburgh, and Lisbon, the company integrates machine translation technology with a network of human editors. This approach allows Unbabel to deliver high-quality translations for user-generated content, such as emails and chats, across various digital channels. By leveraging artificial intelligence and a global community of bilingual translators, Unbabel ensures that enterprises can offer prompt and authentic translations, thereby enhancing customer service and enabling businesses to effectively engage with a diverse, international audience.

KIDE

Convertible Note in 2016
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BioMimetx

Seed Round in 2016
BioMimetx is a biotech startup based in Cantanhede, Portugal, that specializes in developing environmentally friendly antifouling solutions to combat marine biofouling. The company harnesses natural bacteria sourced from the environment, which secrete molecules that serve as effective antimicrobials, larvicides, and algaecides. These products can be integrated into marine paints and applied to hulls, nets, and other materials used in marine environments. By utilizing these innovative solutions, BioMimetx aims to help industries reduce fuel consumption and minimize the risk of introducing invasive species, all while preserving the health of marine ecosystems.

Fibersail

Seed Round in 2016
Fibersail is a technology company specializing in the monitoring of wind turbine blades through an advanced shape sensing system based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) fiber optic technology. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Oeiras, Portugal, with an additional office in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Fibersail provides real-time analysis of the shape, condition, and behavior of wind turbine blades. This innovative service enables wind turbine operators to optimize performance and enhance availability while reducing the risk of failures and lowering maintenance costs. By integrating fiber optic sensors along the entire length of critical structures, Fibersail offers a straightforward solution for continuous monitoring, contributing to the overall safety and efficiency of wind energy infrastructure.

Prodsmart

Seed Round in 2016
Prodsmart, Informática, Lda. is a software development company based in Lisbon, Portugal, specializing in analytics and optimization solutions for manufacturing assembly lines and job shops. Founded in 2013, the company offers a real-time tracking system that helps factories transition to a digital smart factory model by eliminating paperwork and collecting data via smartphones on the shop floor. Its software provides various functionalities, including shop floor management, real-time dashboards, planning and scheduling, product traceability, inventory management, and custom reporting, all accessible remotely. Prodsmart serves a diverse range of industries, such as automotive, construction, electronics, food and beverage, and textiles, among others. Notable clients include Componor, Mitsubishi, and Alualpha, reflecting the company's significant presence in the manufacturing sector.

Unbabel

Seed Round in 2015
Unbabel Inc. specializes in providing online translation services that facilitate communication between businesses and their customers in multiple languages. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York, Pittsburgh, and Lisbon, the company integrates machine translation technology with a network of human editors. This approach allows Unbabel to deliver high-quality translations for user-generated content, such as emails and chats, across various digital channels. By leveraging artificial intelligence and a global community of bilingual translators, Unbabel ensures that enterprises can offer prompt and authentic translations, thereby enhancing customer service and enabling businesses to effectively engage with a diverse, international audience.

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 biotech startup based in Cantanhede, Portugal, that specializes in developing environmentally friendly antifouling solutions to combat marine biofouling. The company harnesses natural bacteria sourced from the environment, which secrete molecules that serve as effective antimicrobials, larvicides, and algaecides. These products can be integrated into marine paints and applied to hulls, nets, and other materials used in marine environments. By utilizing these innovative solutions, BioMimetx aims to help industries reduce fuel consumption and minimize the risk of introducing invasive species, all while preserving the health of marine ecosystems.

PLUX wireless biosignals S.A.

Seed Round in 2013
PLUX wireless biosignals S.A. specializes in developing biosignal monitoring platforms that integrate wearable body sensors with wireless connectivity, algorithms, and software applications. The company offers a range of products, including biosignalsplux, a toolkit for researchers to collect and analyze biosignal data; BITalino, designed for learning and prototyping applications utilizing body signals; physioplux, which supports physiotherapists in patient recovery; and ergoplux, aimed at ergonomics teams to prevent workplace injuries. Additionally, PLUX develops customized sensors for specific applications, converts raw data into actionable insights, and assists in transforming laboratory prototypes into market-ready products. The company also engages in clinical trials and provides tailored solutions for unique projects. Serving OEMs, physiotherapists, researchers, and various industries, PLUX is headquartered in Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal, with an additional office in Lisbon and has been operational since its founding in 2007.

PLUX wireless biosignals S.A.

Seed Round in 2011
PLUX wireless biosignals S.A. specializes in developing biosignal monitoring platforms that integrate wearable body sensors with wireless connectivity, algorithms, and software applications. The company offers a range of products, including biosignalsplux, a toolkit for researchers to collect and analyze biosignal data; BITalino, designed for learning and prototyping applications utilizing body signals; physioplux, which supports physiotherapists in patient recovery; and ergoplux, aimed at ergonomics teams to prevent workplace injuries. Additionally, PLUX develops customized sensors for specific applications, converts raw data into actionable insights, and assists in transforming laboratory prototypes into market-ready products. The company also engages in clinical trials and provides tailored solutions for unique projects. Serving OEMs, physiotherapists, researchers, and various industries, PLUX is headquartered in Arruda dos Vinhos, Portugal, with an additional office in Lisbon and has been operational since its founding in 2007.
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