Simula Innovation

Simula Innovation is an early-stage technology investor based in Oslo, Norway, dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs during the start-up phase and managing Simula's investment portfolio in promising entrepreneurial companies. By investing in a diverse portfolio of high-potential companies, Simula Innovation develops profitable enterprises that deliver real-world solutions and create jobs. To identify suitable investment candidates, Simula Innovation conducts comprehensive technical due diligence to evaluate their feasibility and a thorough assessment of the company's commercial risk and business opportunities.

Since 2019, Simula Innovation has increased its focus on building a substantial portfolio of tech startups, following several successful exits. The company aims to screen as many interesting companies as possible and provide constructive feedback where feasible. When an interesting case is identified, Simula Innovation strives to make the process as efficient as possible. Before investing, the company always carries out a technical due diligence and is particularly interested in meeting deep tech startups with a clear sales vision.

As of 2024, Simula Innovation was a co-owner in 37 start-up companies with a total of 420 employees. The company's investment areas include financial services, investment management, venture capital, private equity, capital management, sustainability, business partnerships, financial contracts, investing, finance, and insurance. Simula Innovation typically invests between €1.5 million and €3 million in pre-seed, seed, and early-stage companies, primarily focusing on the Norwegian market.