NV Industriebank LIOF
Description
NV Industriebank LIOF is the official regional development and investment company for the Dutch province of Limburg, headquartered in Maastricht. Its primary mission is to strengthen the local economy by stimulating and financing innovative companies and projects within the region. LIOF acts as a crucial catalyst for economic growth, employment creation, and innovation, particularly focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that demonstrate significant growth potential and contribute to the region's strategic sectors.
LIOF employs a multifaceted investment strategy, offering various forms of financing including venture capital, loans, and guarantees. They manage several dedicated funds, such as the Limburgs Business Development Fund (LBDF) and the Limburgs Technology Investment Fund (LTIF), each tailored to specific stages and types of companies. The LBDF primarily targets innovative SMEs requiring risk capital for growth and innovation, while the LTIF focuses on promising technology companies. LIOF often co-invests with private partners, leveraging additional capital and expertise to support its portfolio companies and maximize regional impact.
The investment focus of LIOF spans key economic sectors vital to Limburg's prosperity, including Smart Materials, Life Sciences & Health, Agrofood, High Tech Systems & Materials, Logistics, and Tourism & Recreation. Through the LBDF, LIOF typically provides investments ranging from €250,000 to €2,500,000 per company. For more technology-intensive ventures via the LTIF, investments can range from €500,000 to €5,000,000. With more than 100 million euros available for investments, LIOF plays a significant role in fostering a dynamic and innovative business environment in Limburg.
Investor Profile
NV Industriebank LIOF has backed more than 24 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 6 rounds, about 25% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series A, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany.
- Strong thematic focus on Biotechnology, Health Care, Medical.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $270K – $5.4M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (38%)
- Series A (21%)
- Seed (17%)
- Series B (13%)
- Undisclosed (4%)
- Private Equity (4%)
- Grant (4%)
Country Focus
- The Netherlands (92%)
- Belgium (4%)
- Germany (4%)
Industry Focus
- Biotechnology
- Health Care
- Medical
- Agriculture
- Therapeutics
- Medical Device
- Manufacturing
- Life Science
- Food And Beverage
- Automotive
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