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Avantium
Provides high-throughput RandD technologies for applications in the energy, chemicals and pharmaceutical industries
About Avantium
Avantium is a pioneering company that operates in the chemical technology sector, with a focus on sustainability and innovation. The company's mission is to create a fossil-free world by developing and commercializing innovative chemistry technologies. These technologies are used to produce chemicals and materials from renewable feedstock, replacing the traditional reliance on fossil resources.
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Avantium's primary clients are industries that require chemicals for their production processes, particularly those involved in the manufacture of consumer goods like plastics and textiles. The company's business model revolves around the development and sale of these innovative chemistry technologies, as well as providing research and development solutions in the field of sustainable chemistry.
One of the ways Avantium makes money is by offering advanced catalyst testing technology and services, which help other companies speed up their catalyst research and development. This positions Avantium as a leading provider in this niche market.
The company's flagship products are FDCA and plantMEG™, which are used to produce a novel type of plastic called PEF. This plastic is 100% plant-based, recyclable, and boasts superior performance features. Avantium is also working on several other technologies that are in the pre-pilot phase or beyond, demonstrating its commitment to continuous innovation.
In conclusion, Avantium is a forward-thinking company that is driving the transition to a fossil-free world through its innovative chemistry technologies. It serves a broad range of industries and has a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
At a glance
- Status
- Listed
- Founded
- 2000
- Headquarters
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Listing
- IPO 2017
- Employees
- 306
- Open positions
- 11
- Dealroom signal
- 31.2/100
- Sector
- Chemicals, Biotechnology, Biopolymers, Chemistry, Chemical, Spinout, Biofuel, Sustainable Development Goals, Industrial Technology, Advanced Materials, Innovative Material Tech, Polymers and Polymer Alternatives
- Technology
- Deep Tech
- Business model
- Manufacturing
- Client focus
- b2b
- Investment activity
- 1 company, latest Jan 2017
- Capital deployed
- —
- Preferred round
- ACQUISITION
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRIVATE PLACEMENT NON VCOther financing | Sep 2025 | $4.8M | — | Undisclosed | ↗ |
| POST IPO EQUITYOther financing | Sep 2025 | $72M | — | VP Capital · Ambassador Vermogensbeheer | ↗ |
Financials
Revenue, earnings and other financial measures where available. Years marked “E” are estimates.
| Year | Revenue | Growth | EBITDA | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $45M | +183% | −$26M | -56.9% |
| 2025 | $16M | -30.6% | −$40M | -248% |
| 2024 | $23M | +6.8% | −$35M | -152.4% |
| 2023 | $22M | +10.5% | −$30M | -137.5% |
| 2022 | $20M | +63.3% | −$21M | -109.6% |
| 2021 | $12M | +10.7% | −$18M | -148.7% |
| 2020 | $11M | — | −$16M | -151.5% |
Growth signals
Latest recorded traffic for Avantium is 19K monthly website visits, up 26.7% over the last three months. Avantium's team declined 5.3% over the past year.
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Investors
From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.
Seed4 investors entered at this stage
- HIHorizon 2020 FTI (Fast Track to Innovation)
European Innovation Council
Horizon Europe
Government of the Netherlands
Series A1 investor entered at this stage
Thuja Capital
Series B and later19 investors entered at this stage
Aescap
ING Bank Corporate Finance
Navitas Capital
Capricorn Partners
De Hoge Dennen Capital
Sofinnova Partners
Aster Capital
Danone
ALPLA
PMV
FPIM
ABN AMRO
Rabobank
ING Group
Invest-NL- ABASN Bank
ABN AMRO Bank
VP Capital
Ambassador Vermogensbeheer
Other known investors1 additional known investor
Eindhoven University of Technology
Source: Dealroom Talent Intelligence.
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