Investor Type | Firm |
Industries | IT (& TMT) • Media • BioTech • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Energy • CleanTech • Material Science • Investment Management • Mobile |
Technulogiegrunderfonds Sachsen (TGFS) is a venture capital firm operating out of Leipzig, Germany, chiefly investing within the state of Saxony. TGFS serves as an equity investor for knowledge-based, technology-oriented startups in the region, supporting ventures across various phases of growth. Their investment targets typically include burgeoning companies in sectors such as semiconductors, microsystems, medical technologies—barring drug development—life sciences, cleantech, energy technologies, software, and media/web 2.0. Incepted in 2008 with funding from the Free State of Saxony, utilizing ERDF resources among others, and regional financial institutions, TGFS has grown into a key player in venture capital for startup financing in Saxony. Across three generations of funds, TGFS has contributed to the development of over 100 startups, bringing not only capital to these enterprises but also strategic management support, both in the seed and startup stages. With a total investment volume surpassing €241.2 million, TGFS extends the potential for its portfolio companies to reach additional international investors. Throughout the past years, TGFS has demonstrated a robust track record in the venture capital space, with numerous successful transactions and a deep familiarity with the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the startup ecosystem. The firm takes pride in working closely with founders from the conceptual phase right through to the implementation of their innovative ideas, solidifying their vision with substantial financial backing and years of investment expertise. The TGFS portfolio showcases a diverse array of funded companies, reflecting the firm's commitment to fostering growth and innovation within the Saxon technological landscape.