
Newion
Description
Newion is a prominent Dutch venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, specializing in early-stage B2B software companies. Established in 2000, the firm has built a strong reputation for identifying and nurturing high-potential European tech ventures. Their investment thesis centers on disruptive software solutions that address critical business needs, demonstrating clear market traction and strong management teams. Newion primarily targets companies with scalable business models and a clear path to international expansion, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and access to a broad network.
Newion's investment strategy is characterized by a hands-on approach, working closely with portfolio companies to accelerate growth. They look for businesses that have already achieved initial product-market fit and are poised for significant scaling. Beyond capital, Newion offers operational support, strategic advice on go-to-market strategies, talent acquisition, and internationalization. Their team comprises experienced entrepreneurs and investors who leverage their deep industry knowledge to help founders navigate the challenges of rapid growth in the competitive B2B software landscape.
Newion typically provides initial investments ranging from €1 million to €5 million, which translates to approximately $1,080,000 to $5,400,000 based on recent exchange rates. This initial capital is designed to fuel product development, market expansion, and team scaling. The firm has a robust history of successful fundraises, with their latest fund, Newion V, closing at €130 million in 2023. This significant capital pool allows them to support their portfolio companies through multiple funding rounds, with the capacity to invest up to €15 million over the lifetime of a company. Newion's portfolio boasts over 30 companies, underscoring their active role in the European B2B software ecosystem.
Investor Profile
Newion has backed more than 72 startups, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 36 rounds, about 50% of its total and boasts 11 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, SaaS, Information Technology.
- Led 3 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $1.1M – $5.4M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (33%)
- Seed (26%)
- Series Unknown (17%)
- Series B (15%)
- Series C (6%)
- Series D (3%)
Country Focus
- The Netherlands (56%)
- Belgium (19%)
- Germany (13%)
- Luxembourg (4%)
- United States (3%)
- Sweden (3%)
- Finland (1%)
- Denmark (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Saas
- Information Technology
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Analytics
- Enterprise Software
- Internet
- E-commerce
- Restaurants
- Advertising
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