Trumpf Ventures

General contacts

Investor type

VC / PE / CVC

Founded

2016

AUM

$45 M

Location

Ditzingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Series A Seed Series B

Region of investment

North America Europe

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Trumpf Ventures is a corporate venture capital firm based in Germany, part of the larger TRUMPF group, a leader in laser technology and industrial machinery. The firm focuses on early to mid-stage technology investments, leveraging TRUMPF's extensive experience and network in the manufacturing sector to support the growth of innovative companies. The team at Trumpf Ventures consists of industry experts and seasoned professionals dedicated to backing cutting-edge technology companies that align with TRUMPF's strategic areas of interest. As a CVC, they leverage the resources and expertise of their parent company to provide strategic value alongside financial investment.

Trumpf Ventures invests primarily in sectors such as laser technology, photonics, and advanced manufacturing, with a particular interest in applications for the automotive and aerospace industries. They focus on investing in Series A and Series B rounds, typically writing checks in the $1-5 million range. While the total assets under management are not disclosed, they operate as part of TRUMPF's strategy to foster innovation through strategic investments.

Notable investments made by Trumpf Ventures include companies like XARION - developers of laser technology for non-contact acoustic measurement, and Nanoscribe - specializing in 3D microfabrication solutions. These investments underscore Trumpf Ventures' focus on fostering high-tech advancements in manufacturing and related technological fields.

Industry

Aerospace Automotive Edtech Electronics Industrial Transportation AI Technology Semiconductors / Chips Manufacturing Other Robotics Software Digital Hardware

Trumpf Ventures Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
TRUMPF Venture Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Digital Hardware	Pre-seed Seed	North America South America Europe Middle East Africa Asia Australia and others	$10-50 m	$45 M	September 2016

Contacts

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Tom Schneider Managing Director Research + Development TRUMPF Werkzeugmaschinen SE + Co. KG

Managing Director Research + Development TRUMPF Werkzeugmaschinen SE + Co. KG

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Matthias Gehring Head of Sales Laser Tube Cutting

Head of Sales Laser Tube Cutting

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FAQs about Trumpf Ventures

Is Trumpf Ventures a venture capital or private equity firm?

Trumpf Ventures is a venture capital and private equity firm that also operates as a corporate VC (CVC). It backs companies at Series A, Seed and Series B, writing tickets of $1-5 m.

Where is Trumpf Ventures located?

Trumpf Ventures is located in Ditzingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.

When was Trumpf Ventures founded?

Trumpf Ventures was founded in 2016.

What sectors and industries does Trumpf Ventures invest in?

Trumpf Ventures invests in companies and startups in Aerospace, Automotive, Edtech, Electronics, Industrial, Transportation, AI, Technology, Semiconductors / Chips, Manufacturing, Other, Robotics, Software, Digital, Hardware.

What is Trumpf Ventures geographical focus of investments?

Trumpf Ventures invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.

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

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

What is the usual amount of Trumpf Ventures investment?

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

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

Trumpf Ventures has around $45m assets under management.

When was Trumpf Ventures last fund created?

Trumpf Ventures last fund was created/launched in 2016-09-13

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