Novabase Capital
ABOUT NOVABASE CAPITAL
Novabase Capital is the corporate venture arm of Novabase SGPS, a Portuguese IT services company, and has invested in early-stage technology startups from Lisbon since 2003. With roughly €11.4M under management, Novabase Capital backs Pre-Seed and Seed companies in ICT, software, and AI, giving founders access to Novabase's technical expertise and enterprise client relationships. Across around 14 investments, its portfolio includes fraud-detection company Feedzai and industrial software firm Glartek, as well as Wizdee, Uplink, and PowerData. The firm draws on a deep IT services background to support companies that can tap into Novabase's engineering capabilities and customer network. Its board is chaired by Luís Paulo Salvado, Chairman of the Board of Directors, with Álvaro Ferreira and Francisco Antunes serving as board members. Focused on Portuguese and ICT-adjacent ventures at their earliest stages, Novabase Capital pairs modest cheque sizes with the operational and commercial reach of an established enterprise software group.
INVESTMENT THESIS
CVC with deep IT services background. Backs ICT, software, and AI companies that can tap into Novabase's technical capabilities and enterprise client network.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What stage does Novabase Capital invest at?
Novabase Capital invests at Seed, Pre-Seed stages.
What sectors does Novabase Capital invest in?
Novabase Capital focuses on ICT, Software, AI.
Where is Novabase Capital based?
Novabase Capital is a CVC based in Lisbon, Portugal, founded in 2003.
Who are the partners at Novabase Capital?
Key people at Novabase Capital include Luís Paulo Salvado (Chairman of the Board of Directors), Álvaro Ferreira (Member of Board of Directors), Francisco Antunes (Member of Board of Directors).
What companies has Novabase Capital invested in?
Novabase Capital's portfolio includes Feedzai, Glartek, Wizdee, Uplink, PowerData.
How much does Novabase Capital manage?
Novabase Capital manages €11.4M in assets / fund commitments.
How do I contact or pitch Novabase Capital?
You can reach Novabase Capital via their website (novabase.pt). You can also submit your startup through Portugal VC's pitch tool to be forwarded to matching investors.