Helping Smart & Green Industrial Innovation Succeed
Finindus is all about supporting early stage and growth companies that are pushing the boundaries of smart and green industrial technologies. They’re not just investors; they’re partners on a journey, sharing a common goal: maximizing long-term value for everyone involved. What’s cool is that they prefer to co-invest alongside other like-minded investors who bring complementary value to the table. Plus, their support isn’t just financial—they offer proactive and pragmatic help to their portfolio companies, making sure innovation really takes off.
Main Benefits of Finindus Investment
Here’s a quick snapshot of what Finindus brings to the table:
- Backed by ArcelorMittal and the Flemish Region, ensuring strong financial and strategic support
- Linked to OCAS, a world-class metals research centre with two campuses near Ghent, Belgium
- Providing early stage and growth financing—both equity and debt—to innovative tech companies
- Focus on materials, sustainable manufacturing, and Industry 4.0 technologies
- Investment reach across Europe, with a sweet spot in Flanders, plus global investments aligned with shareholder interests
- Proven track record as a trusted partner committed to long-term value creation
Finindus: A Belgium-Based Investment Company
Founded in 2006, Finindus is a Belgium-based investment company with deep roots in the industrial innovation ecosystem. It’s funded by ArcelorMittal and the Flemish Region, which gives it a solid foundation. The company is closely linked to OCAS, a top-tier metals research centre, which means it has direct access to cutting-edge research and expertise. This connection helps Finindus stay at the forefront of materials and manufacturing innovation, especially in the smart and green tech space.
Investment Focus and Strategy
Finindus invests primarily in early stage and growth companies that are leading the way in industrial process and material innovation. Their approach is hands-on—they don’t just provide capital, but also bring in complementary investors and offer pragmatic support to help companies scale. Their investments cover a broad spectrum, from sustainable manufacturing to Industry 4.0 technologies, with a strong emphasis on smart and green solutions that can transform industries.
Supporting Partners and Network
One of the biggest advantages for companies working with Finindus is access to an extensive industry network. This includes their sister company OCAS, which is a world-class metals research centre, plus the backing of their shareholders, ArcelorMittal and the Flemish Region. This network opens doors to valuable resources, expertise, and strategic partnerships that can accelerate growth and innovation.
We Invest to Have Impact
- Affordable and clean energy
- Decent work and economic growth
- Industry innovation and infrastructure
- Responsible consumption and production
- Climate action
- Life below water
- Life on land
Driving Sustainable Industrial Innovation
At its core, Finindus is about more than just investment—it’s about making a real impact. By focusing on smart and green technologies, they’re helping to drive sustainable industrial innovation that benefits not only businesses but also society and the environment. Their strategic investments align with global sustainability goals, ensuring that the companies they support contribute to a cleaner, more responsible future. It’s a dynamic approach that blends financial growth with meaningful impact, making Finindus a unique player in the venture capital landscape.
