Tecnet Equity

Tecnet Equity is the technology investment company of Niederösterreich. It puts capital into young companies that turn local research results into products, and it publishes news on the ventures it works with.

What Tecnet Equity offers

• Start-up investment — equity backing for research-driven companies, mainly in biotechnology and software.
• Founder showcases — online discussion rounds where promising start-ups present their work.
• Innovation awards — the related tecnet accent Innovation Award recognises young researchers.
• Event presence — the team attends science and business events such as the Vetmeduni Science Day.

Who it works with

The firm works with regional spin-offs and research teams, and with co-investors from other countries. Companies mentioned in its news include Sarcura, Shopstory, Ribbon Biolabs and Biolyz. The site is written in the local language.

Key facts

• Based in: Niederösterreich
• Owner type: the technology holding company of the state
• Sectors seen: cell therapy, synthetic DNA, e-commerce software