The newest deal comes from Polish deep tech startup Fluence Technology. The investment was led by Vinci S.A. with participation from Radix Ventures and previous investors.
👯 Founder(s): Dr. Michał Nejbauer (CEO), Prof. Yuriy Stepanenko, Dr. Piotr Skibiński, and Dr. Tomasz Kardaś
📅 Founding year: 2016
🏭 Industry: Advanced lasers / photonics / semiconductors
💥 Problem: Current laser solutions used in micro-machining and semiconductor production are unreliable, costly, and limited to research labs. Manufacturers need more precise, durable, and scalable tools.
📣 Solution: Fluence builds fiber-based femtosecond lasers with nearly zero failure rates, enabling high-precision, maintenance-free operation for industrial, medical, and research applications.
👥 Customers: Electronics manufacturers (chips, semiconductors, glass substrates), medical device makers, research institutes, and tech startups.
🎳 Team size: ~50
🌱 Stage: Seed
💰 Investment amount: PLN 28.1 million (~€6.6 million)
🚀 Funded by: Vinci S.A., Radix Ventures, JR Holding, Altamira, Vigo Ventures, Bitspiration Booster, and private investors including Zbigniew Łukasiak
👁️🗨️ Investor’s perspective:
“The company produces next-generation lasers already used in many cutting-edge industries. Moreover, the area of novel applications is rapidly expanding, including sectors related to security, dual-use, space, and military.” — Bartosz Drabikowski, CEO of Vinci S.A.
“The founders’ persistence and determination, combined with the ability to deliver advanced technological products to demanding clients in Asia, North America, and Europe, create a solid foundation for Fluence’s future growth.” — Paweł Bochniarz, General Partner at Radix Ventures
💡 It will be spent on… Scaling industrial, medical, and scientific applications; international expansion; and new manufacturing capabilities.
💬 In their own words:
“Our goal is for our lasers to not only be competitive and utilize innovative technologies, but also to set new industry standards. The secured funding will allow us to scale our business and broaden application areas.” — Dr. Michał Nejbauer, CEO of Fluence Technology
💪 Their specialty… Fluence builds some of the world’s most advanced fiber-based femtosecond lasers, offering unmatched repeatability and precision. Their nearly zero-failure laser pulse source ensures maintenance-free, long-term operation. They are the first in Poland to successfully commercialize this technology.
📊 Traction: Products already used by manufacturers in Asia and the U.S., plus research institutions and consumer electronics companies (e.g., microLED, photonics, medical devices).
📈 Funding so far: €7.19M
