Hitachi Venture

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Investor type

VC / PE / CVC

Founded

2019

AUM

$1 000 M

Location

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Series A Seed Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America Europe Asia

Investor profile last updated: 21 August, 2026

Profile

Hitachi Venture is a corporate venture capital firm based in Germany. With over $1 billion in assets under management, they are part of the global Hitachi group, focusing on investing in world-changing innovations across various sectors. The firm prides itself on fostering access and partnership opportunities for ambitious founders. Their team, composed of experienced professionals, is dedicated to supporting the growth of portfolio companies through strategic guidance and industry insights.

Hitachi Venture invests across a wide range of sectors, including digital, environment, industrial, and healthcare industries. They offer financial resources and strategic support throughout the growth stages of a company, typically focusing on Series A through late-stage deals. Geographically, they are interested in investments with global potential. Their established link with the Hitachi brand allows access to vast resources and networks, driving the success of their investments.

Some notable companies in their portfolio include Weka - a cloud-based data platform, Proscia - a digital pathology solution, Arcee AI - an enterprise AI provider, Archetype AI - a collaborative software platform, and Huma - an AI-driven healthcare company. Their investment approach centers around nurturing technological innovations that promise to transform industries.

Industry

Mobility Internet of Things (IoT) Cybersecurity Cloud Energy Infrastructure Life Sciences Technology MedTech AI Software Security Robotics Medical Devices IT Services Industrial Healthcare Services Digital Automotive Marketing and Advertising SaaS HealthTech

Hitachi Venture Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
HV Fund IV (2025)	Corporate VC (CVC)	Industrial AI Technology Life Sciences Energy	Pre-seed Seed Series A	North America Europe Middle East	$5-10 m	$400 M	February 2025
HV Fund III	Corporate VC (CVC)	Healthcare Services Marketing and Advertising SaaS Security Software Energy HealthTech	Seed Series A Series B	North America Europe	$5-10 m	$300 M	April 2023

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Stefan Gabriel Managing Director and CEO

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Pete Bastien President & Partner

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FAQs about Hitachi Venture

Is Hitachi Venture a venture capital or private equity firm?

Hitachi Venture is a venture capital and private equity firm that also operates as a corporate VC (CVC). It backs companies at Series A, Seed, Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $0-1 m.

Where is Hitachi Venture located?

Hitachi Venture is located in Munich, Bavaria, Germany.

When was Hitachi Venture founded?

Hitachi Venture was founded in 2019.

What sectors and industries does Hitachi Venture invest in?

Hitachi Venture invests in companies and startups in Mobility, Internet of Things (IoT), Cybersecurity, Cloud, Energy, Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Technology, MedTech, AI, Software, Security, Robotics, Medical Devices, IT Services, Industrial, Healthcare Services, Digital, Automotive, Marketing and Advertising, SaaS, HealthTech.

What is Hitachi Venture geographical focus of investments?

Hitachi Venture invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe, Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does Hitachi Venture typically invest in?

Hitachi Venture invests in companies and startups at Series A, Seed, Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Hitachi Venture investment?

Hitachi Venture usually invests $0-1 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Hitachi Venture?

Hitachi Venture has around $1 000m assets under management.

When was Hitachi Venture last fund created?

Hitachi Venture last fund was created/launched in 2025-02-05

What are the contacts of Hitachi Venture?

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