imec.xpand
Overview
Imec.xpand is an independent global venture capital fund that focuses on transformative semiconductor and nanotechnology innovations where imec contributions can have a determining impact on the success of their technology development . The fund invests globally across all stages, transforming semiconductor and nanotechnology innovations into market-ready solutions . Focused on leveraging imec's expertise, the fund targets breakthrough technologies including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR) and photonics . In life sciences, imec.xpand is looking for opportunities to advance cell therapy, sequencing, neuromodulation and other applications that will revolutionize medical diagnostics and treatments .
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neura Robotics | Jun 2026 | Series C | Co-investor |
| Axelera AI | May 2023 | Series A Extension | Co-investor |
| Mojo Vision | Sep 2025 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Morrow Eyewear | Jul 2022 | VC Round | Co-investor |
| Zafrens | Feb 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
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Key People
Benoit Devogelaere
Partner
Bert G.
Partner
Frank Bulens
Partner
Peter Vanbekbergen
Partner
Tom Vanhoutte
Partner
Kriss Spulis
Investor Advisory Board Member
Michael Engelmann
Principal
Marrit van den Heuvel
Portfolio Manager
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Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is imec.xpand based?
imec.xpand is headquartered in Leuven, Flanders, Belgium.
When was imec.xpand founded?
imec.xpand was founded in 2017.
How many portfolio companies does imec.xpand have?
imec.xpand has 30 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in imec.xpand's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Neura Robotics, Axelera AI, Mojo Vision, Morrow Eyewear, Zafrens.
What was imec.xpand's most recent investment shown here?
imec.xpand's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Neura Robotics in 2026.
What sectors does imec.xpand focus on?
imec.xpand focuses on Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Healthcare & Life Sciences, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Consumer & Commerce, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Telecommunications & Networking, Energy & Sustainability, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Consumer & Commerce, Telecommunications & Networking, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Energy & Sustainability, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Telecommunications & Networking, Frontier & Industrial Tech.
What company stages does imec.xpand focus on?
imec.xpand typically invests at the Early stage.
What is imec.xpand's AUM?
imec.xpand's assets under management are estimated between $250.0M and $500.0M.