Hyundai Motor

Hyundai Motor Company, established in 1967 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, is a prominent global automotive manufacturer. The company produces a wide range of vehicles, including cars, SUVs, trucks, and eco-friendly models under various brand names such as Sonata, Elantra, and IONIQ. Hyundai operates through three primary segments: Vehicle, Finance, and Others. The Vehicle segment is the largest, focusing on the manufacturing and sale of automobiles, while the Finance segment provides vehicle financing and related services. Additionally, the Others segment encompasses research and development, train manufacturing, and other activities. Hyundai has a strong presence in India through its subsidiary, Hyundai Motor India Limited, which is a leading passenger car exporter in the country. The company is also involved in strategic partnerships, including collaborations for electric vehicle development, and maintains a commitment to sustainability and innovative automotive technologies.

Euisun Chung

Co-CEO and Executive Chair

Ju-yung Chung

Founder

Tarun Garg

COO

In Cheol Lee

Executive Vice President and Head of Commercial Vehicle Division

Koby Simana

Venture Investment Manager

Sukhwan Yun

Senior Investment Manager (CVC) / Head of Operation at CRADLE Berlin

Past deals in Fuel Cell

H2 MOBILITY

Venture Round in 2022
Operator of a chain of hydrogen refueling station networks for fuel cell vehicles. The company develops hydrogen infrastructure to supply cars with fuel cell drives as well as offers hydrogen fuel and fuel cards, thereby enabling car owners to reduce emissions in Germany.

SES

Post in 2022
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. specializes in the development and manufacturing of rechargeable lithium metal batteries, targeting applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and located in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company operates at a pilot scale to produce rechargeable cells for prototype demonstrations and niche aerospace markets. SolidEnergy's core innovation lies in the materials it provides, specifically anodes and electrolytes, which are designed for integration with existing lithium-ion cell manufacturing processes. This compatibility enables the company to scale its production without the need for significant investment in new infrastructure. By supplying these materials to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers, SolidEnergy facilitates the creation of customized battery solutions for a variety of applications, positioning itself for growth in the mainstream consumer electronics and electric vehicle markets.

H2Pro

Series B in 2022
H2Pro, Ltd. is a company that specializes in innovative water-splitting technology aimed at producing hydrogen fuel. Founded in 2019 and based in Caesarea, Israel, H2Pro has developed a proprietary electrolysis method known as E-TAC (Electrochemical–Thermally-Activated Chemical water splitting). This technology effectively separates the hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions, offering a super-efficient approach to green hydrogen production.

HiiROC

Venture Round in 2021
HiiROC is an industrial company focused on producing hydrogen through a proprietary process that converts biomethane, flare gas, or natural gas into hydrogen without emitting CO2. Utilizing advanced plasma technology, HiiROC's modular and scalable systems generate low-cost, zero-emission hydrogen with significantly reduced energy requirements compared to traditional methods like water electrolysis. Additionally, HiiROC produces solid carbon as a byproduct instead of CO2, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional carbon black production methods that rely on high-emission oil furnace techniques. This innovative approach not only minimizes environmental impact but also enables clients to achieve lower capital and operational costs in their hydrogen production endeavors.

Factorial Energy

Series B in 2021
Manufacturer of nano-engineered batteries designed for electric vehicles, homes, and critical applications. The company's batteries increase energy density and improve capacity, have an extended life, and recharge faster than any other existing material, enabling battery manufacturers to use materials that are more environmentally friendly, safer, and less expensive.

SES

Corporate Round in 2021
SolidEnergy Systems Corp. specializes in the development and manufacturing of rechargeable lithium metal batteries, targeting applications in drones, wearables, smartphones, and electric vehicles. Founded in 2012 and located in Woburn, Massachusetts, the company operates at a pilot scale to produce rechargeable cells for prototype demonstrations and niche aerospace markets. SolidEnergy's core innovation lies in the materials it provides, specifically anodes and electrolytes, which are designed for integration with existing lithium-ion cell manufacturing processes. This compatibility enables the company to scale its production without the need for significant investment in new infrastructure. By supplying these materials to major lithium-ion cell manufacturers, SolidEnergy facilitates the creation of customized battery solutions for a variety of applications, positioning itself for growth in the mainstream consumer electronics and electric vehicle markets.

H2Pro

Series B in 2020
H2Pro, Ltd. is a company that specializes in innovative water-splitting technology aimed at producing hydrogen fuel. Founded in 2019 and based in Caesarea, Israel, H2Pro has developed a proprietary electrolysis method known as E-TAC (Electrochemical–Thermally-Activated Chemical water splitting). This technology effectively separates the hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions, offering a super-efficient approach to green hydrogen production.

H2Pro

Seed Round in 2019
H2Pro, Ltd. is a company that specializes in innovative water-splitting technology aimed at producing hydrogen fuel. Founded in 2019 and based in Caesarea, Israel, H2Pro has developed a proprietary electrolysis method known as E-TAC (Electrochemical–Thermally-Activated Chemical water splitting). This technology effectively separates the hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions, offering a super-efficient approach to green hydrogen production.

Rimac Group

Corporate Round in 2019
Rimac Group, based in Sveta Nedelja, Croatia, specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of electric vehicles and advanced automotive components. The company produces high-performance electric hypercars and a variety of electric vehicle components, including drivetrains, battery systems, and infotainment systems. Rimac Group also offers extensive engineering solutions, such as concept design, production strategy development, and quality control. In addition to manufacturing, the company provides prototyping services and the conversion of internal combustion engines to electric or hybrid powertrains. Founded in 2009, Rimac Group has established a strategic partnership with Hyundai Motor, further enhancing its capabilities in the automotive sector. The organization is driven by a passion for innovation and aims to redefine the electric vehicle landscape through cutting-edge technology and design.

Ionic Materials

Series C in 2018
Ionic Materials technology team has extensive experience in polymer science, electrochemistry and battery science and they are further supported by leading experts from academia and industry. Ionic’s polymer electrolyte represents a major breakthrough in battery technology. By enabling the creation of batteries that are safer, cheaper, and higher performance than the current state-of-the-art, Ionic’s polymer electrolyte shatters the traditional battery design paradigm, under which safety, cost, and performance must generally be traded off against one another. They are excited to bring this technology to market with core partners in the battery industry.
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