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Scaleup Europe Fund, a $5.7B public-private fund, backs satellite company ICEYE
Key points
- Scaleup Europe Fund is now operational with $5.7 billion.
- ICEYE, a Finnish satellite company, is its first investment.
- The fund targets growth-stage EU startups in strategic sectors.
- It is managed by EQT and backed by private investors.
Scaleup Europe Fund Launches with First Investment
The European Commission announced the Scaleup Europe Fund is fully operational. Its first public investment was co-leading the Series F round for ICEYE, a Finnish satellite intelligence company now valued above $11 billion. The fund plans to deploy €5 billion ($5.7 billion) into growth-stage startups based in the EU or partnering countries.
Purpose and Management
The fund's purpose is to help Europe build and retain scaleups, enhancing its competitiveness and tech sovereignty. It addresses a perceived gap in late-stage funding for deep tech talent within Europe. Unlike other directly managed European programs, Scaleup Europe is backed by private investors and managed by Swedish asset manager EQT, which was selected through an open call.
Strategic Focus
ICEYE CEO Rafal Modrzewski stated that the fund helps companies like theirs compete globally without leaving Europe, particularly in critical infrastructure sectors like space-based intelligence. The Commission has given EQT leeway on investment areas, which include deep tech, life sciences, clean tech, advanced manufacturing, and digital technologies.
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The European Commission announced the Scaleup Europe Fund is operational, with its first investment co-leading the Series F round for Finnish satellite intelligence company ICEYE. This $5.7 billion fund aims to deploy capital into growth-stage European startups in strategic sectors to foster competitiveness and tech sovereignty within Europe.