Poli360 2 reaches €85 million first close for technology transfer
Institutional and industrial investors are backing 360 Capital’s new vehicle for university spinouts and early-stage deeptech.
Poli360 2 has attracted commitments from the European Investment Fund, CDP Venture Capital and corporate investors including Brembo, MBDA and Lucchini RS. Industrial limited partners give the fund connections to potential applications and customers for research-based technology.
The vehicle will make 20 to 25 investments, with at least 80% of capital deployed in Italy. Fundraising continues toward a €100 million target. Its predecessor established a portfolio including Energy Dome, Phononic Vibes and PhotonPath, giving the new fund an existing technology-transfer model to build on.
Use of funds
Make 20 to 25 early-stage deeptech investments
Allocate at least 80% of invested capital to Italy