Outset Ventures

Outset Ventures is a New Zealand-based venture capital firm and incubator dedicated to supporting deep technology startups, particularly in the space and aerospace sectors. The firm offers a unique combination of capital investment and direct access to technical facilities, including a 60,000-square-foot lab and engineering space, to accelerate the commercialization of science-led ventures. This integrated approach has been instrumental in the early growth of companies like Rocket Lab and LanzaTech, which have become global leaders in aerospace and sustainable fuels, respectively.

The firm's investment strategy focuses on early-stage companies working on high-complexity problems with strong scientific foundations. Outset Ventures seeks to back visionary founders with pioneering technologies that are creating the future industries of tomorrow, today. Their portfolio includes sectors such as energy, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, future food, advanced materials, industrial chemistry, hardware, medical technologies, and biotech. The firm is particularly interested in solutions that have global relevance and are based on fundamental scientific advancements or engineering innovations.

Outset Ventures' commitment to the deep tech ecosystem is further demonstrated by its substantial facilities and experienced team. The firm's building, known as Future House, houses numerous deep tech ventures and offers state-of-the-art laboratories and workshops. The investment committee includes notable figures like Sir Peter Beck, Dr. Sean Simpson, and Dr. Will Barker, who bring a wealth of experience to support the next generation of deep tech founders in New Zealand. This combination of resources and expertise positions Outset Ventures as a leading force in nurturing and scaling deep tech startups in the region.