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Redefining early‑stage investing, from Helsinki to Singapore.

We scale startups by giving them fast access to smart capital, from an exclusive angel collective that bridges Europe and Asia.

The invitation-only collective is limited to 75 members, consisting of entrepreneurs and executives with a global network and a written commitment to scaling our portfolio companies.

How We Invest

The market changes yearly;
so does our investment focus.

Unlike traditional funds locked into a decade-long fixed focus, we refocus our priorities annually.

This approach keeps us agile, enabling us to support emerging areas of innovation, adapt our investment strategy to evolving markets, and leverage the growing expertise of our members to capitalize on new opportunities.

Annually selected Pledge Editions.

Each year, we identify key investment areas poised to deliver the most significant opportunities over the next 12 months. Focusing exclusively on sectors where we have the expertise, network, and resources to drive growth, we select three areas where our members can make the greatest impact.

These are our Pledge Editions, where SANDS members commit their investment to the annual focus areas. Importantly, members retain the final decision on whether to invest in each individual deal presented to them. This ensures flexibility while aligning resources to scale groundbreaking startups.

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This Year's Focus

Pledge Edition
2025

Transformative
potential
Businesses equipped to tackle
complex global issues
Rapid growth
trajectories

Smart Manufacturing & Frontier Tech

We fund advanced production methods, new materials, and space-related ventures shaping the next industrial wave.
Our portfolio covers robotics, automation, and aerospace solutions modernizing infrastructure and supply chains.

Mobility and Energy Solutions

We back electric vehicle technologies, autonomous systems, and shared mobility solutions transforming transportation.
Our energy focus includes renewable energy, energy storage, and technologies helping to reduce energy consumption.

Enterprise SaaS with AI Agent Potential

We support companies that boost productivity, validate business impact, and feature a clear roadmap for AI agent deployment.
Their platforms address cybersecurity, collaboration, and operational efficiency, leveraging generative AI for scalable growth.

Looking for Funding?

Stage

Pre-Seed / Seed

Ticket Size

€100-350k

Geography

SOUTHEAST ASIA
DACH
Nordics
GREATER CHINA

Industry

sMART MANUFACTURING & FRONTIER TECH
MOBILITY AND CLIMATE SOLUTIONS
Enterprise SaaS WITH AI AGENT POTENTIAL

Scale your startup with smart capital from an exclusive angel collective that bridges
Europe & Asia

Receive funding, advice and contacts from an exclusive collective of angel investors. We only invest where the expertise of our members can add value, via a process that guarantees speed and discretion. If you meet our criteria, we’d love to hear from you.

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Countdown to our Annual Refocus

Pledge Edition 2026
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