imec.xpand

Profile

imec.xpand is an independent global venture capital fund based in Leuven, Belgium, with additional presence in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Founded by individuals with deep connections to imec and substantial expertise in technology, the team includes partners such as Tom Vanhoutte, Peter Vanbekbergen, and Frank Bulens, among others. The firm distinguishes itself through its focus on semiconductor and nanotechnology innovations, leveraging the deep technological expertise of its team to assess technology risk in early-stage deeptech companies.

imec.xpand invests in transformative semiconductor and nanotechnology sectors, supporting startups with a hands-on approach at early stages of growth. The firm has a global investment horizon and provides significant support to portfolio companies, enhancing their technological development efforts. The team aims to bring success to their investments by utilizing their vast network and strategic insights.

Notable investments by imec.xpand include companies like Diraq, which focuses on quantum computing technology; NEURA Robotics, involved in the robotics industry; Invisix, working on invisibility technology; and DensityAI, specializing in artificial intelligence technologies. Other prominent companies in their portfolio include Mojo Vision, Aerospacelab, Q.ANT, and Celestial AI, which indicates their diverse interest within the tech and semiconductor sectors.