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GHARAGE Ventures

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Investor type

VC

Founded

2019

AUM

$44 M

Location

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A

Region of investment

North America Europe Asia

Investor profile last updated: 21 October, 2026

Profile

GHARAGE Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Berlin and Singapore, founded with deep roots in the global travel retail industry. The team is led by Managing Partner Lennard Niemann, who developed its investment thesis within Gebr. Heinemann, alongside co-founders Darren Soh and Kilian von Berlichingen. The firm distinguishes itself through a strong strategic partnership with Gebr. Heinemann, providing startups with unique access to commercial networks and pilot testing environments.

The firm focuses on investments in travel and retail technology, including automation, AI-enabled operations, logistics and supply chain solutions, and airport digital infrastructure. It targets seed to Series A stages, specifically within Europe and Southeast Asia. The firm's new fund, Travel Retail Digitalization Fund, is €40 million with strategic LP support, notably Gebr. Heinemann. GHARAGE aims to complete approximately 30 investments, leveraging its domain expertise and network.

GHARAGE has already invested in companies such as FileAI - automated document processing, Bounce - a luggage storage network, and Gumshoe AI - brand visibility optimization. These companies represent the fund's commitment to creating essential infrastructure supporting the digital transformation of the travel retail sector.

Industry

Cybersecurity Technology AI Travel Transportation Software Security SaaS Retail E-commerce/Marketplace Logistics TravelTech Digital

GHARAGE Ventures Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
GHARAGE Ventures Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Security AI Cybersecurity	Seed	North America	$1-5 m	$44 M	March 2026

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FAQs about GHARAGE Ventures

Is GHARAGE Ventures a venture capital or private equity firm?

GHARAGE Ventures is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $1-5 m.

Where is GHARAGE Ventures located?

GHARAGE Ventures is located in Berlin, Berlin, Germany.

When was GHARAGE Ventures founded?

GHARAGE Ventures was founded in 2019.

What sectors and industries does GHARAGE Ventures invest in?

GHARAGE Ventures invests in companies and startups in Cybersecurity, Technology, AI, Travel, Transportation, Software, Security, SaaS, Retail, E-commerce/Marketplace, Logistics, TravelTech, Digital.

What is GHARAGE Ventures geographical focus of investments?

GHARAGE Ventures invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe, Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does GHARAGE Ventures typically invest in?

GHARAGE Ventures invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.

What is the usual amount of GHARAGE Ventures investment?

GHARAGE Ventures usually invests $1-5 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for GHARAGE Ventures?

GHARAGE Ventures has around $44m assets under management.

When was GHARAGE Ventures last fund created?

GHARAGE Ventures last fund was created/launched in 2026-03-10

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