Viking Venture

General contacts

Investor type

PE / VC

Founded

2001

AUM

Location

Trondheim, Trøndelag, Norway

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Series A Seed Series B

Region of investment

North America Europe

Investor profile last updated: 21 August, 2026

Profile

Viking Venture is a venture capital firm based in Trondheim, Norway, founded in 2001. The firm is led by a team of six, including four partners such as Erik Fjellvaer Hagen and Jostein Vik. Viking Venture distinguishes itself through its focus on technology-driven businesses in the Nordic region, leveraging regional expertise and a collaborative approach to add value to its portfolio companies.

The firm primarily invests in Series A rounds, focusing on sectors like enterprise applications, high tech, and life sciences. Viking Venture's investments are concentrated in Norway but also extend to other regions, including the United States. The firm has a history of successful exits, with six IPOs and 24 acquisitions among its portfolio companies.

Notable investments by Viking Venture include LeadDesk - a cloud-based contact center software, Signicat - a digital identity solutions provider, and Agillic - a marketing automation platform. These companies exemplify Viking Venture's commitment to backing dynamic firms that are reshaping the Nordic technology landscape.

Industry

Life Sciences Business Services (B2B) Digital Education Edtech Electronics Financial Services Fintech IT Services SaaS Security Software

Contacts

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Title

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Erik Fjellvær Hagen Managing Partner

Managing Partner

Jostein Vik Partner

Partner

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FAQs about Viking Venture

Is Viking Venture a venture capital or private equity firm?

Viking Venture is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Series A, Seed and Series B, writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is Viking Venture located?

Viking Venture is located in Trondheim, Trøndelag, Norway.

When was Viking Venture founded?

Viking Venture was founded in 2001.

What sectors and industries does Viking Venture invest in?

Viking Venture invests in companies and startups in Life Sciences, Business Services (B2B), Digital, Education, Edtech, Electronics, Financial Services, Fintech, IT Services, SaaS, Security, Software.

What is Viking Venture geographical focus of investments?

Viking Venture invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.

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

Viking Venture invests in companies and startups at Series A, Seed, Series B.

What is the usual amount of Viking Venture investment?

Viking Venture usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What are the contacts of Viking Venture?

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