NATO Innovation Fund
Overview
NATO Innovation Fund is a standalone €1 billion venture capital fund backed by 24 NATO allies that invests in early-stage deep tech startups and other venture capital funds developing dual-use technologies to address challenges in defence, security, and resilience.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fractile | May 2026 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Tekever | May 2025 | Series C | Co-investor |
| Stark Defence | Jun 2026 | VC Round | Co-investor |
| Isar Aerospace | Jun 2026 | Series D | Co-investor |
| Kraken Technology Group | Jul 2026 | Series B | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is NATO Innovation Fund based?
NATO Innovation Fund is headquartered in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands.
When was NATO Innovation Fund founded?
NATO Innovation Fund was founded in 2023.
How many portfolio companies does NATO Innovation Fund have?
NATO Innovation Fund has 27 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in NATO Innovation Fund's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Fractile, Tekever, Stark Defence, Isar Aerospace, Kraken Technology Group.
What was NATO Innovation Fund's most recent investment shown here?
NATO Innovation Fund's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Kraken Technology Group in 2026.
What sectors does NATO Innovation Fund focus on?
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What company stages does NATO Innovation Fund focus on?
NATO Innovation Fund typically invests at the Early stage.
What is NATO Innovation Fund's AUM?
NATO Innovation Fund's assets under management are estimated between $1.1B and $1.1B.