DNV Capital
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Oslo, Norway
Countries of investment
- China
- United States
- Israel
- Norway
- Canada
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
- Series B
Industries
- Healthcare
- Deep Tech
- Venture Capital
About
DNV Capital is the venture investment arm of DNV (Det Norske Veritas), a global leader in quality assurance and risk management headquartered in Norway. The firm invests in companies that align with DNV’s mission to safeguard life, property, and the environment. They operate as a global strategic investor, providing their portfolio companies with unparalleled access to maritime and energy industry networks.
DNV Capital is the venture investment arm of DNV (Det Norske Veritas), a global leader in quality assurance and risk management headquartered in Norway. The firm invests in companies that align with DNV’s mission to safeguard life, property, and the environment. They operate as a global strategic investor, providing their portfolio companies with unparalleled access to maritime and energy industry networks.
Investment Thesis
DNV Capital targets high-barrier industrial and maritime technologies that drive safety, reliability, and energy efficiency. Their thesis centers on Decarbonization and Digitalization, investing in startups that provide critical software or hardware for the green transition in shipping and power. They leverage the parent company's 160 years of technical expertise to perform deep-level engineering due diligence.
Manager's Experience
The leadership team brings a mix of venture investing and operational experience, often having worked with early-stage technology companies. Their background emphasizes hands-on support, strategic guidance, and long-term founder partnerships.
Team
Luca Crisciotti - CEO
Barbara Frencia - Finance Director
Stefano Crea - Industries Director
Shahram Ghaem Maralani - Technology Director
Portfolio
SplxAI
ScoutDI
plus various deep-tech and maritime safety startups