RunwayFBU

RunwayFBU is an early-stage venture capital firm investing in European industrial software technology startups. The firm focuses on digital infrastructure, digital platforms, and digital business processes, aiming to support the growth of innovative companies in these sectors. RunwayFBU is headquartered in Lysaker, Norway, and operates across several European countries, including Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, Poland, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, Ireland, Portugal, Greece, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Romania.

The firm's investment strategy targets early-stage companies in the pre-seed, seed, and early stages, with typical investments ranging from €100,000 to €1.5 million. RunwayFBU's portfolio spans various industries, including digital infrastructure, digital platforms, digital business processes, industrial software, technology, software, information technology, energy, construction, industrial, manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, transportation, and logistics. The firm emphasizes a founder-friendly approach, providing not only capital but also strategic support to help startups scale effectively.

In January 2025, RunwayFBU announced a strategic collaboration with Microsoft, combining Microsoft's global reach and technological expertise with RunwayFBU's focus on scaling early-stage industrial technology startups. This partnership offers portfolio companies and Tech Hub members exclusive access to Microsoft's resources and mentorship, including office hours with experts, workshops on leveraging Azure for industrial applications, and support in optimizing software architecture and security. This collaboration underscores RunwayFBU's commitment to equipping startups with the tools and expertise needed to drive transformative innovation in the industrial software sector.