Nauta Raises €60 Mn in First Close of Sixth Venture Capital Fund

The British Business Bank, the UK’s economic development bank, led the funding as an anchor investor, committing €30 million. It has now invested in four consecutive Nauta funds.

Other investors include SETT, Merifin Capital and Institut Català de Finances, along with institutional investors and family offices from the UK, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.

Nauta said that 75% of the investors in this first close had also invested in its previous funds, showing continued support for the firm.

Carles Ferrer Roqueta, General Partner, Nauta, said, “Having invested through every major technology shift since the early 2000s, we’ve learned that enduring venture firms are built on discipline, adaptability and long-term conviction. This philosophy has enabled us to reach the rare milestone of a sixth fund, but more importantly it has strengthened our belief that every generation of technology brings with it a new wave of exceptional companies. We’re incredibly excited about what lies ahead and the role we can play in shaping the next era of European innovation.”

“Our long-standing partnership with Nauta Capital demonstrates the role the British Business Bank can play in attracting international investors to the UK. Since our first commitment, Nauta Capital has built a substantial presence in London and established the UK as a core investment market for them. This is helping to bring more capital, expertise and international connections into the UK venture ecosystem, helping innovative businesses to grow and strengthening the UK venture market over the long term,” said Michael Laycock, Investment Director, Funds, British Business Bank.

Founded in 2004, Nauta is one of Europe’s longest-running early-stage investors. The firm has supported more than 200 founders across 100 companies, investing between €250,000 and €4 million in startups from pre-Seed to Series A.

So far, Nauta has generated nearly €3 billion in exit value through more than 25 exits. Its successful investments include Brandwatch, Holded and Connectbase.

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