High-Tech Gründerfonds

High-Tech Gründerfonds Management GmbH is a venture capital firm based in Bonn, Germany, specializing in early-stage investments in high-tech startups. Established in 2005, the firm focuses on technology-driven companies across various sectors, including information and communication technology, life sciences, healthcare, automation, and cleantech. HTGF typically invests in companies that have been operational for no more than one year, aiming to contribute up to €0.6 million in initial funding and up to €3 million in follow-on financing. The firm seeks a minority stake, generally around 15%, and provides a subordinated loan convertible into equity, with deferred interest for up to four years to support liquidity. With a total investment volume of approximately €895.5 million across three funds, HTGF has successfully supported over 500 startups and attracted more than €2 billion in follow-on investments from external sources. The firm's investors include notable public and private entities, underscoring its role as a key player in fostering innovation and growth within the German startup ecosystem.

Daniela Bach

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Kay G. Balster

Senior Investment Manager

Jens Baumgärtner

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Gernot Berger

Investor

Kilian von Berlichingen

Investor

Anke Cassing

Principal

Tanja Emmerling

Partner

Caroline Fichtner

Senior Investment Manager

Yann Fiebig

Investment Manager

Alexander von Frankenberg

Managing Director and Founder

Bernd Goergen

Partner

Stefanie Grüter

Partner, Communications and Relations

Gregor Haidl

Principal / Authorised Signatory

Frank Hensel

Senior Investment Manager

Olaf Joeressen

Senior Investment Manager

Markus Kressmann

Partner

Maurice Kügler

Investment Manager

Klaus Lehmann

Senior Investment Manager

Dominik Lohle

Senior Investment Manager

Torsten Löffler

Principal ppa. - DeepTech Future Fonds

Fabian Mohr

Investor

Martin Möllmann

Investment Manager

Axel Nitsch

Investment Manager

Andreas Olmes

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Katharina Peters

Investment Manager

Tilmann Petersen

Investment Manager

Claudia Raber

Partner

Nikolaus Raupp

Investor

Frank Reinecke

Partner

Guido Schlitzer

Managing Director

Ulrich Schmitt

Principal

Romy Schnelle

Partner

Tobias Schulz

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Katharina Severin

Investment Manager

Niels Sharman

Investor

Esko Stahl

Investment Manager

Björn Sykora

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Angelika Vlachou

Partner

Johannes Weber

Principal

Marco Winzer

Partner

Julian Zachmann

Investor

Christian Ziach

Principal and Authorized Signatory

Markus Kückelhaus Ph.D

Partner, Industrial Tech Team

Past deals in Electronics

Delft Circuits

Venture Round in 2021
Delft Circuits specializes in the manufacture of cryogenic circuits designed for scientific instrumentation, quantum computing, and astronomy. The company provides custom-engineered superconducting circuits and cryogenic instrumentation that feature ultra-low thermal conductance and scalable cryogenic cabling. This technology enables researchers to conduct experiments and develop applications in quantum technologies by offering tailored cryogenic circuit packaging to meet specific requirements. Delft Circuits is committed to supporting quantum engineers and the broader industry in making advancements in quantum technologies.

Hprobe

Seed Round in 2020
Hprobe SA designs and builds automated wafer level magnetic test solutions for MRAM, HDD, magnetic sensors, and inductors. The company provides equipment and software for wafer prober testing automation. Hprobe SA was founded in 2017 and is based in Eybens, France.

Plasmion

Seed Round in 2019
Plasmion GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Augsburg, Germany, specializes in the development of ionization devices for various scientific and industrial applications. The company's flagship product, the SICRIT SC-20X, includes a control unit and ion source, facilitating quality control in diverse fields such as food safety, medical diagnostics, security, forensics, and emission monitoring. Plasmion is at the forefront of innovative sensor technology, utilizing ambient mass spectrometry to enhance analytical capabilities in both laboratory settings and industrial process control. This technology aims to improve sensitivity and selectivity, addressing the limitations of traditional sensors and enabling real-time measurements in various applications. The company serves a global clientele through a network of sales partners, making significant strides in advancing the use of electronic nose technology.

Inecosys

Seed Round in 2018
The Inecosys GmbH with headquarters in Munich and Neuried is an innovative company in the field of engine development. They support their customers in the implementation of prototypes and close-to-production solutions through measurement data acquisition, test bench control, cylinder pressure indexing and engine control units.

Zolitron

Venture Round in 2018
Zolitron Technology is a leading cognitive sensor technology company based in the wundervoll Ruhr Valley. They develop holistic IoT and industry 4.0 solutions based on their unique Micro-Energy-Harvesting sensor technology and their cognitive Z-Cloud Analytics platform.They collect and analyse the data you need to establish innovative business or service models. Enabling IoT business models and helping their clients to manage the digital transformation successfully by using cognitive sensor technology is their mission.

LightnTec

Seed Round in 2018
LightnTec GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Karlsruhe, Germany, specializes in the development of digital thin LED wallpapers. The company has created the Media-Screen-Matrix, a lightweight and highly transparent PET thin-film equipped with LED technology that can transform any façade into a dynamic media display. This innovative product is flexible, allowing it to be bent or cut to fit various applications, and is designed for energy efficiency, offering substantial cost savings. Weighing only 250 grams per square meter and available in 600mm width, the ribbons can be installed on glass façades, banners, or directly onto building exteriors. The Media-Screen-Matrix is also rated IP67, making it suitable for outdoor use. By enabling the playback of images, videos, and text from cloud sources, LightnTec provides clients with versatile solutions for creating immersive environments across a wide range of applications, including audio and video displays on various surfaces.

eBlocker

Venture Round in 2018
eBlocker GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Hamburg, Germany, specializes in designing and manufacturing smart devices that enhance online privacy. The eBlocker device connects to a user's home network, effectively anonymizing web activity by blocking advertisements, stopping trackers, and filtering inappropriate content for children. It operates by analyzing TCP/IP packages to identify and obstruct data collectors, ensuring that only desired information is shared. The latest models, eBlocker Pro and Family, are designed to protect the privacy of every individual user within the home network, providing constant updates to recognize various tracking methods.

otego

Seed Round in 2018
otego GmbH, founded in 2016 and based in Karlsruhe, Germany, specializes in the development of thermoelectric generators (TEGs) that efficiently convert heat into electric power. These generators are designed to provide an independent energy supply for wireless sensors and actuators, functioning effectively in conditions with varying temperatures. The company's technology is applicable in various sectors, including the Internet of Things, waste heat recovery, and Industry 4.0. As a spin-off from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, otego brings together a diverse team of professionals, including physicians, a chemist, and a business engineer, to advance its innovative energy solutions.

Ferroelectric Memory GmbH

Seed Round in 2017
Ferroelectric Memory GmbH provides embedded nonvolatile memory solutions (eNVM) based on ferroelectric hafnium oxide (FE-HfO2). It provides its technology to semiconductor manufacturers and fabless companies to utilize in fabs and chip designs. The company is based in Dresden, Germany.

Wiferion

Seed Round in 2017
Wiferion develops and provides energy systems intended for mobile robotics applications. Wiferion's innovative etaLINK technology brings contactless, inductive, wireless charging to the next level with efficiencies. The company makes innovations in several key areas of the system based on the principle of magnetic induction. Algorithms and an integrated communication link to the battery management system guarantees a gentle fast-charging process for the battery. Wiferion is able to meet customer needs in a time-efficient and cost-effective manner using a modular approach. By working with manufacturers of battery cells, it allows for long-term, high-quality, and consistent availability. Wiferion was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Freiburg, Germany.

Synapticon

Venture Round in 2017
Synapticon GmbH specializes in advanced components and engineering services for cyber-physical systems, focusing on embedded computing products for applications in service robotics, industrial automation, and related fields. Founded in 2010 and based in Gruibingen, Germany, the company offers a range of products including distributed real-time control and data acquisition modules, mobile stream computing modules for compute-intensive applications, and tools for configuring Synapticon-based hardware systems. Additionally, Synapticon provides cloud services for maintenance and integration with web-based applications, as well as development services for robotics. The company's innovative approach integrates traditionally separate components—such as motors, drives, sensors, and gearboxes—into cohesive units, digitalizing performance and quality factors to enhance motion control systems. Synapticon's solutions cater to various industries, including home automation, smart grids, and the Internet of Things, making it a preferred partner for OEMs and professional users seeking to advance their technologies.

eddyson

Seed Round in 2014
eddyson GmbH specializes in providing connectivity solutions for large and medium-sized companies both in Germany and internationally. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Göttingen, the company offers a comprehensive range of services related to business-to-business (B2B) products. These services include the creation and maintenance of business partner mappings, support and maintenance of implemented systems, and the realization of various integration requirements. Additionally, eddyson provides tailored programming solutions, training courses, and workshops focused on electronic data interchange (EDI) and converter systems. The company also assists with startup operations, interface design, and the installation or backup of existing systems, ensuring seamless connectivity and operational efficiency for its clients.

CustomCells

Venture Round in 2013
CustomCells specializes in the development and production of customized energy storage solutions, particularly focusing on lithium-ion battery cells. The company provides tailored battery systems, electrode foils, and rechargeable accumulators designed for a wide range of applications, including weather stations, satellites, sensors, unmanned underwater vehicles, and concept cars. By leveraging advanced cell construction technology, CustomCells manufactures products from prototypes to series production, ensuring that each solution meets specific customer requirements. The company maintains a strong connection with research and development as well as material suppliers, allowing it to access the latest advancements in energy storage technologies. This capability enables CustomCells to deliver significant performance benefits compared to standard solutions, all while adhering to a qualified ISO 9001 production environment.

Somonic Solutions

Seed Round in 2013
Somonic Solutions GmbH, founded in 2012 and located in Dresden, Germany, specializes in the development of measuring instruments tailored for electroplating technology. The company's primary product, the dresor, is designed to measure the deposition rate in both electroplating and electroless metal deposition processes. These instruments enable continuous monitoring of deposition thickness and rate, allowing customers to automatically calculate plating time, thereby enhancing efficiency and precision in industrial applications.

Exelonix

Seed Round in 2013
Exelonix produces ans sells communication products for different markets. Based on modern tablet technology Exelonixs provides innovative communication and home automation solutions via cellular networks. Exelonix is located in Dresden, a city that uniquely combines an over 800 year historic, baroque background with a pulsating high tech multi billion Euro semiconductor businesses that have turned the region into Europe's number one silicon site

LEDeXCHANGE

Seed Round in 2013
LEDeXCHANGE develops and produces cutting edge LED lighting products and distributes these exclusively in the B2B marketplace.

Synapticon

Seed Round in 2012
Synapticon GmbH specializes in advanced components and engineering services for cyber-physical systems, focusing on embedded computing products for applications in service robotics, industrial automation, and related fields. Founded in 2010 and based in Gruibingen, Germany, the company offers a range of products including distributed real-time control and data acquisition modules, mobile stream computing modules for compute-intensive applications, and tools for configuring Synapticon-based hardware systems. Additionally, Synapticon provides cloud services for maintenance and integration with web-based applications, as well as development services for robotics. The company's innovative approach integrates traditionally separate components—such as motors, drives, sensors, and gearboxes—into cohesive units, digitalizing performance and quality factors to enhance motion control systems. Synapticon's solutions cater to various industries, including home automation, smart grids, and the Internet of Things, making it a preferred partner for OEMs and professional users seeking to advance their technologies.

SemiLev

Venture Round in 2010
SemiLev GmbH develops and markets Equipment Frontend Modules (EFEMs) and sorters for wafer-handling in the semiconductor industry. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in GroЯwallstadt, Germany.

dilitronics

Seed Round in 2008
dilitronics GmbH, based in Jena, Germany, specializes in light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and offers a range of applications across various sectors, including projection, general lighting, and sensors. The company has developed advanced controLED technology that addresses issues related to temperature, aging, and production inconsistencies in LEDs. This innovation allows for improved performance in general and industrial illumination, display backlighting, and automotive lighting. Through its engineering services, dilitronics provides tailored solutions that leverage the benefits of LEDs for specific customer needs.

Particle Computer GmbH

Seed Round in 2005
Particle Computer is engaged in the development of sensor network technology solutions in Europe. It offers devices, circuits, boards, and various other parts to sense physical phenomena via sensors, compute the data on the sensor node, and to communicate the resulting information to other IT systems. Particle Computer is headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany.
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