Limburg Ventures

Limburg Ventures is a dedicated regional venture capital fund operating out of Maastricht, The Netherlands, with a primary mission to foster innovation and economic growth within the province of Limburg. Managed by LIOF, the Limburg Development Company, the fund strategically targets early-stage and growth companies, particularly those operating in the life sciences, advanced chemicals, and materials sectors. Beyond these core areas, Limburg Ventures also extends its investment scope to include high-tech manufacturing, logistics, and other innovative industries that demonstrate significant growth potential and contribute to the regional ecosystem. Its focus is on companies with strong intellectual property, scalable business models, and experienced management teams.

The fund's investment strategy is characterized by its commitment to supporting companies from seed to Series A stages, often providing crucial early-stage capital. Limburg Ventures typically provides initial equity investments ranging from approximately €250,000 to €1.5 million per company. This initial commitment is often followed by subsequent rounds, with the potential for total investments per company to reach up to €5 million, demonstrating a long-term partnership approach. The most recent iteration, Limburg Ventures III, launched in 2021, boasts a fund size of €30 million, underscoring its capacity to make substantial contributions to the regional startup landscape.

As an integral part of the Limburg innovation ecosystem, Limburg Ventures plays a pivotal role in bridging the funding gap for promising local startups and scale-ups. Its close ties with LIOF provide portfolio companies with access to a broader network of resources, including business development support, strategic guidance, and connections to industry experts. The fund's localized approach ensures a deep understanding of the regional market dynamics and specific needs of companies based in Limburg, making it a key financial partner for entrepreneurs aiming to develop and scale their ventures within the region.