M Ventures
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Investor type
CVC
Founded
2009
AUM
$400 M
Location
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
Investor profile last updated: 27 May, 2026
Profile
M Ventures is the strategic, corporate venture capital arm of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. Its mandate is to invest in innovative technologies and products with the potential to significantly impact Merck‘ KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany's core business areas. From our headquarters in Amsterdam and offices in the US and Israel we invest globally in transformational ideas driven by great entrepreneurs. M Ventures takes an active role in its portfolio companies and teams up with entrepreneurs and co-investors to translate innovation towards commercial success. M Ventures has a significant focus on early-stage investing and company creation including the creation of spin-offs to leverage Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany's science and technology base.
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FAQs about M Ventures
Is M Ventures a venture capital or private equity firm?
M Ventures operates as a corporate VC (CVC). It backs companies at Series B, Series A, Seed and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $0-1 m.
Where is M Ventures located?
M Ventures is located in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands.
When was M Ventures founded?
M Ventures was founded in 2009.
What sectors and industries does M Ventures invest in?
M Ventures invests in companies and startups in AI, Telecommunications, Sports/SportsTech, Software, Robotics, Real Estate, Pharmaceuticals, Other, Media and Entertainment, Marketing and Advertising, Healthcare Services, Gaming, Foodtech, Food and Beverage, Construction, Biotechnology, MedTech, Technology, Life Sciences, CleanTech.
What is M Ventures geographical focus of investments?
M Ventures invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe, Asia.
At what stages of companies and startups does M Ventures typically invest in?
M Ventures invests in companies and startups at Series B, Series A, Seed, Late Stage (Series C+).
What is the usual amount of M Ventures investment?
M Ventures usually invests $0-1 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for M Ventures?
M Ventures has around $400m assets under management.
What are the contacts of M Ventures?
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