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DEWB is an investment company focused on venture capital and private equity within the photonics and sensor systems industries. It provides strategic capital and support to accelerate the development and market penetration of advanced technologies. The company targets enterprises with innovative solutions leveraging light-based and sensing applications, enhancing their commercial viability and impact.
Based in Jena, Germany, DEWB operates as a dedicated investment vehicle. Publicly available information does not detail specific individual founders or an exact inception date for the firm. It was established to capitalize on the region's strong scientific and industrial base in optics and optoelectronics, fostering growth in high-tech ventures that require specialized financial backing and expertise.
DEWB's portfolio companies receive financial investment and strategic guidance across various growth stages. The firm's vision is to cultivate a robust innovation ecosystem in photonics and sensor technology. By empowering companies with disruptive potential, DEWB aims to advance next-generation solutions influencing diverse industries, from industrial automation to medical diagnostics, driving future technological progress.
DEWB has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $30.0M Series B in nextmarkets in February 2021.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2021 | nextmarkets | $30.0M Series B | Christian Angermayer | Baird Capital, Endeavor Venture Funds, Presight Capital, What IF Ventures, TIM Kendall |
| Oct 12, 2010 | TME Pharma | $2.8M Series D Extension | — | Sofinnova Partners, CD Venture, Dieckell Group, IBB Ventures, IBG Sachsen Anhalt, NGN Capital, Oppenheim Asset Management Services, Seventure Partners, The DOW Chemical Company, TVM Capital |