Finindus

Finindus is an investment company that provides early-stage and growth financing to innovative companies focused on materials science, processing technologies, and sustainable manufacturing across the metal value chain. Typically investing €0.5 to €5 million per round, with a maximum of €10 million per company, Finindus actively contributes to portfolio companies' value creation through its network, expertise, and access to OCAS's research facilities.

Roel Callebaut

Investment Manager

Dirk De Boever

Head of Investments

Ruben Decoster

Investment Associate

Hans Maenhout

Investment Director

Past deals in Metals and Mining

Fortius Metals

Seed Round in 2024
Fortius Metals specializes in manufacturing advanced wire alloys for large-format metal 3D printing and robotic welding. Its patented alloys enable stronger, lighter fabrication across various industries, including aerospace and electric vehicles.

Guaranteed

Venture Round in 2019
Guaranteed specializes in the repair and rebuild of large industrial components, utilizing direct energy deposition technologies. This innovative approach enables the on-demand repair and rebuilding of slow-moving parts, significantly reducing lead times and minimizing the reliance on new raw materials. By avoiding the costs associated with storage and transportation, Guaranteed serves various heavy industries, including mining, oil and gas, railway, maritime, and energy. The company also offers advanced simulation, monitoring, and inspection tools to ensure high-quality, defect-free production outcomes.

Borit

Venture Round in 2014
Borit is a manufacturer specializing in components for fuel cells and electrolyzers, playing a vital role in the clean energy economy. The company utilizes proprietary forming technology to produce ultra-thin metal bipolar plates, flow fields, and structural parts, among other products. In addition to manufacturing, Borit provides a range of services including metal forming, cutting, laser welding, coating, and sealing. These offerings enable various industries, including transportation, construction, furniture, packaging, and general industrial applications, to acquire precision sheet metal components tailored to their specific needs.

Expanite

Venture Round in 2014
Expanite provides surface-hardening technology for metal components, focusing on stainless steel and other alloys. The company offers gas-based processes to treat stainless steel, titanium, and nickel-based alloys, delivering enhanced wear, corrosion, fatigue, and scratch resistance. Treatments can be performed in-house or at Expanite's treatment centers, enabling industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical devices to extend the life and performance of critical components.
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