Verdane

VC · Stockholm (Sweden)

VC

Series B

Series C

Cloud/SaaS

Consumer

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Verdane is an independent investment firm specializing in growth equity investments in software, tech-enabled, and sustainable businesses across Europe. Established in 2003, Verdane has made over 400 investments, managing assets exceeding €8 billion. The firm operates from seven offices in London, Berlin, Munich, Oslo, Stockholm, Copenhagen, and Helsinki. Verdane focuses on two primary investment themes: digitalization and decarbonization. Within digitalization, the firm targets software, B2C products, and B2C services, while in decarbonization, it concentrates on energy transition and resource efficiency. In October 2024, Verdane raised €700 million for its second fund, Verdane Idun II, dedicated to companies aiding in the decarbonization of the economy. The firm has also been recognized for its commitment to sustainability, achieving B Corp certification in May 2023, reflecting its dedication to high standards of social and environmental performance. Verdane's portfolio includes notable companies such as Fashion Cloud, a B2B software solution for the fashion wholesale industry, which received a €25 million investment led by Verdane in December 2022. Additionally, Verdane partnered with Cleanwatts, a global clean tech and energy management software leader, to support its expansion and development.

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