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Founded in 2016, Farvatn Venture is a diversified investment company with roots in the JO Group established in 1915. Originally focused on timber freight and later the chemical tanker industry, it became the world's third-largest operator of advanced chemical tanker vessels. After selling JO Tankers in 2016, the firm shifted its focus to investments across various sectors.
Farvatn Venture invests in startups and venture funds within the ocean, life sciences, and renewable energy sectors. Their investment strategy targets the Nordic countries and Silicon Valley, with check sizes varying based on the opportunity. The firm emphasizes addressing UN sustainability goals, particularly in life below water, life sciences, renewable energy, and gender equality.
Farvatn Venture's notable investments include Ethic (next-generation investing), IRIS.AI (AI research discovery), Cimon Medical (ultrasound circulation monitoring), Evoy (marine electric propulsion system), Desert Control (sustainability initiatives), and Terviva (sustainable agriculture). They also partner with several venture funds, including AiiM Partners, Aquaspark, Hadean Ventures, and Katapult Accelerator.
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Farvatn Venture typically participates in rounds but may lead depending on the opportunity and alignment with their investment thesis.
The firm is open to follow-on investments, particularly in companies that align with their sustainability goals and show strong growth potential.
Specific details regarding the size of their current fund are not publicly available.
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