Mainport Innovation Fund

MIF II focuses on innovation in Logistics, Transport and Aviation. This includes but is not limited to the following themes: Sustainable infrastructure and materials, connectivity, mobility, intermodal transport, energy, digitization, internet of things, security & safety, seamless travel and big data. We invest both in the B2B and B2C space

Bram Ledeboer

Investment Partner

21 past transactions

Aiir Innovations

Venture Round in 2023
Aiir Innovations B.V., founded in 2016 and based in Amsterdam, specializes in developing software solutions that enhance industrial processes through artificial intelligence and computer vision. The company focuses on automating borescope inspection analysis, which significantly improves the efficiency and quality of visual inspections in the aviation sector. Their software analyzes video footage and images to assist inspection teams, enabling them to identify anomalies such as cracks and dents in aircraft engines. This automation allows mechanics to concentrate on assessing damage rather than the inspection process itself, ultimately contributing to safer aircraft operations. Aiir Innovations aims to broaden the application of its technology beyond aviation, enhancing maintenance practices across various industries.

RazorSecure

Venture Round in 2021
RazorSecure is a cybersecurity software company that specializes in protecting remote assets and small-scale networks within the aviation, rail, and automotive sectors. The company's Active Protection System provides continuous threat monitoring and employs advanced machine learning techniques to detect intrusions and anomalies. By monitoring the operation of systems such as trains, buses, planes, trucks, and cars, RazorSecure identifies deviations from normal behavior, enabling clients to implement active defense strategies. This proactive approach allows organizations to safeguard their rolling stock, signaling, and infrastructure systems against potential threats, ensuring enhanced security in critical transportation sectors.

GRASP Innovations

Seed Round in 2021
GRASP Innovations is an aviation security company focused on enhancing access surveillance and checkpoint management through advanced technology. The company develops a data-driven platform that provides insights for optimizing resource use and infrastructure in various situations. By automating repetitive security tasks that are costly and suitable for technology, GRASP Innovations streamlines the management of passenger security checkpoints. This approach enables security professionals to respond swiftly to issues and maintain control over operations, ensuring that process optimization does not compromise the overall experience for passengers.

RazorSecure

Series A in 2020
RazorSecure is a cybersecurity software company that specializes in protecting remote assets and small-scale networks within the aviation, rail, and automotive sectors. The company's Active Protection System provides continuous threat monitoring and employs advanced machine learning techniques to detect intrusions and anomalies. By monitoring the operation of systems such as trains, buses, planes, trucks, and cars, RazorSecure identifies deviations from normal behavior, enabling clients to implement active defense strategies. This proactive approach allows organizations to safeguard their rolling stock, signaling, and infrastructure systems against potential threats, ensuring enhanced security in critical transportation sectors.

Aiir Innovations

Seed Round in 2019
Aiir Innovations B.V., founded in 2016 and based in Amsterdam, specializes in developing software solutions that enhance industrial processes through artificial intelligence and computer vision. The company focuses on automating borescope inspection analysis, which significantly improves the efficiency and quality of visual inspections in the aviation sector. Their software analyzes video footage and images to assist inspection teams, enabling them to identify anomalies such as cracks and dents in aircraft engines. This automation allows mechanics to concentrate on assessing damage rather than the inspection process itself, ultimately contributing to safer aircraft operations. Aiir Innovations aims to broaden the application of its technology beyond aviation, enhancing maintenance practices across various industries.

SupplyStack

Series A in 2019
SupplyStack, based in Antwerp, Belgium, provides a real-time visibility solution for monitoring transport orders, enabling effective collaboration and automating various logistical processes. The company offers a comprehensive platform that integrates a visibility solution with a transport management system, allowing users to track and manage logistics efficiently. SupplyStack serves a diverse range of industries, including automotive, industrial manufacturing, FMCG, chemicals, wholesale and distribution, pharmaceuticals, and food and beverage. Its software facilitates real-time monitoring and planning of transportation flows, helping logistics service providers and shippers enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs while improving overall service quality.

Viriciti

Series A in 2019
ViriCiti, established in 2012, specializes in a cloud-based monitoring system aimed at enhancing the operations of electric city buses and trucks. The company focuses on online energy management, which it views as essential for the widespread adoption of electric vehicles in urban transport. By providing real-time data and actionable insights at a millisecond level, ViriCiti enables fleet operators to monitor vehicle usage, condition, and performance effectively. This platform not only helps in optimizing route operations and vehicle diagnostics but also assists in strategic vehicle charging to avoid peak demand fees. Ultimately, ViriCiti's solutions contribute to improved reliability, extended operational range, and reduced costs for electric city transportation.

C Teleport

Seed Round in 2018
C Teleport is an AI-driven business travel platform that streamlines the booking, modification, and cancellation of flights for companies. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the platform interprets airline rules and integrates seamlessly with users' ERP systems, allowing for instant changes and cancellations with clear pricing. In addition to flight services, C Teleport also provides hotel accommodation options. The platform addresses the needs of businesses that require flexibility in travel arrangements, serving as a modern alternative to traditional travel agents. By eliminating the need for direct communication with airlines or agents, C Teleport saves users significant time and simplifies expense management, making it a valuable tool for organizations with frequent travel demands.

Synple

Venture Round in 2017
Synple is a high-tech company that develops user-friendly web software aimed at enhancing logistical collaboration within the transportation sector. The software facilitates the mutual exchange of freight between transporters, optimizing truck utilization and matching freight with available capacity. This approach significantly reduces the number of empty runs, lowers operational costs, and decreases CO2 emissions, contributing to a more sustainable transport industry. With a strong foothold in the Dutch market, particularly within the Fast Moving Consumer Goods and Heavy Road Cargo industries, Synple's solutions enable companies to improve efficiency and profitability while minimizing environmental impact.

Undagrid

Series A in 2017
Undagrid specializes in asset-tracking technology that leverages the Internet of Things (IoT) to improve logistical processes. The company connects devices over long distances, enabling seamless communication between them and the internet. This technology is designed to facilitate the tracking of non-motorized objects or those not connected to a power grid, allowing for efficient energy use. By providing an autonomous communication network, Undagrid helps clients optimize their workflows and enhance the competitiveness of their business processes. With a team boasting over 40 years of experience in the IoT sector, the company is well-positioned to deliver innovative solutions for asset management.

We4Sea

Seed Round in 2017
We4Sea specializes in enhancing shipping efficiency through its innovative cloud-based fuel monitoring platform. The company focuses on reducing bunker costs and emissions by utilizing a data-driven approach to analyze vessel operations. This platform gathers and assesses operational parameters that influence fuel efficiency, providing shipowners with valuable insights to optimize their fleets. By leveraging expertise in ship propulsion systems and emerging technologies, We4Sea aims to make shipping cleaner, more cost-effective, and sustainable. Through its commitment to improving the efficiency of maritime transport, We4Sea positions itself as a key partner for shipowners seeking to enhance their operational performance.

Parcompare

Venture Round in 2017
Parcompare organizes the comparison of the total route to the airport for the traveler. To add, Parcompare provides a good booking process for parking, taxi and public transport products with partners in the travel industry. For this Parcompare is looking for the right providers and Parcompare functions as an information platform for this niche. Through this channel, the provider can also find information and contribute ideas in polls and issues. One information point for all information from the industry distributes across different airports and services.

Eye on Air

Venture Round in 2017
Eye on Air B.V., founded in 2013 and headquartered in Enschede, the Netherlands, specializes in the development, production, and sale of ion mobility spectrometry (IMS) trace detection equipment for airports globally. This technology is designed to screen passengers and goods for prohibited substances, including explosives and drugs, ensuring safety and compliance with international regulations. Eye on Air's equipment allows for 100% screening of individuals and cargo without delays in processing times, integrates seamlessly with existing airport infrastructure, and supports automatic screening with remote control capabilities. Initially, the company is focusing on deploying its technology at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for U.S.-bound flights, with plans for future expansion to key European airports and eventually to non-European locations.

Calendar42

Venture Round in 2015
Calendar42 offers a one-of-a-kind tool that brings innovation to organisation. Integrated with advanced features for scheduling and planning, it’s a breath of fresh air designed for the modern lifestyle.

Undagrid

Seed Round in 2015
Undagrid specializes in asset-tracking technology that leverages the Internet of Things (IoT) to improve logistical processes. The company connects devices over long distances, enabling seamless communication between them and the internet. This technology is designed to facilitate the tracking of non-motorized objects or those not connected to a power grid, allowing for efficient energy use. By providing an autonomous communication network, Undagrid helps clients optimize their workflows and enhance the competitiveness of their business processes. With a team boasting over 40 years of experience in the IoT sector, the company is well-positioned to deliver innovative solutions for asset management.

FastTrack Company

Venture Round in 2015
FastTrack Company is a company of pure traveling fanatics. They know by experience that not every trip goes as smoothly as planned. That’s how they got the insights and ideas which led to eTag & eTrack, Fasttrack's digital baggage label & high end tracking device developed with major airlines, that allows passengers to fly with checked baggage fast & stress free.

MI Airline

Venture Round in 2014
MI Airline offers an innovative technology platform designed to enhance crew communications within the aviation industry. Utilizing tablets and smart devices, the platform facilitates the seamless management of in-flight processes, providing essential information to flight crews and ground staff before, during, and after flights. This system addresses the information gap experienced by remote airline staff by delivering timely updates, which is particularly beneficial in areas where traditional intranet services are unavailable. By streamlining communication, MI Airline enhances overall operational efficiency, reduces costs, and promotes flight safety. Additionally, the platform improves passenger recognition and management, contributing to a more personalized travel experience for all passengers.

Eye on Air

Venture Round in 2013
Eye on Air B.V., founded in 2013 and headquartered in Enschede, the Netherlands, specializes in the development, production, and sale of ion mobility spectrometry (IMS) trace detection equipment for airports globally. This technology is designed to screen passengers and goods for prohibited substances, including explosives and drugs, ensuring safety and compliance with international regulations. Eye on Air's equipment allows for 100% screening of individuals and cargo without delays in processing times, integrates seamlessly with existing airport infrastructure, and supports automatic screening with remote control capabilities. Initially, the company is focusing on deploying its technology at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for U.S.-bound flights, with plans for future expansion to key European airports and eventually to non-European locations.

Ampyx Power

Venture Round in 2012
Ampyx Power develops a novel wind energy technology, that will be capable of realizing a paradigm shift in the electricity generation sector by allowing the production of renewable power at lower cost levels than fossil-fueled alternatives.
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