Eindhoven-based ANTENNEX, a company specialised in antenna measurement solutions, announced on Wednesday that it has secured €1.5M seed funding from Value Creation Capital (VCC) and Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij (BOM).
The Dutch company will use the funds to accelerate its commercial expansion and to improve its antenna testing and measurement landscape.
Anouk Hubrechsen, CEO of Antennex says, “This investment allows us to expand our operational and commercial activities for customers worldwide. VCC and BOM bring an enormous added value in developing our company because of their backgrounds in the RF and test and measurement domains. We are happy to welcome them as a shareholder in our company.”
ANTENNEX: Making antenna measurements accessible and fast
ANTENNEX, led by Anouk Hubrechsen, was founded as a spin-off of the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e).
The Dutch company specialises in advanced, compact measurement systems leveraging reverberation-chamber technology for next-generation wireless applications such as in telecom, automotive, aerospace, and defense.
By combining proprietary hardware with smart algorithms, the company simplifies traditionally complex and time-consuming measurements, delivering faster results with exceptional accuracy.
The company’s flagship product — The Wireless Connector features a built-in calibration module and intuitive controls and offers a more efficient alternative to traditional anechoic chambers, which are difficult to operate and maintain.
Operating across the 10–140 GHz range, the Wireless Connector is ideally suited for the development of future technologies in wireless communication, autonomous radar, and sensing.
The investor
Value Creation Capital (VCC) is a venture capital firm specialising in technology-driven investments across Europe.
Ronald Wissink, Managing Partner at VCC says, “We are happy to welcome Antennex to our Deep Tech portfolio. With their new technology, Antennex is able to measure antennas with high accuracy and speed. Providing faster time to market and high product quality for critical devices and infrastructure in various markets, like telecom, automotive, defence and aerospace. Value Creation Capital will support their international ambition and growth of their partner network for serving industry leaders.”
The Brabant Development Agency (BOM) works with entrepreneurs to create a strong economy in Brabant. They help businesses by sharing knowledge, building networks, and providing funding for innovative companies and sustainable energy projects.
Remie Bastiaansen, Investment Manager at BOM, says, “The transition to having more antennas integrated in devices will revolutionise various industries by enabling faster, more reliable, and more extensive wireless communication and sensing capabilities. Antennex is at the forefront of this transition, providing essential testing solutions that will facilitate the deployment and adoption of these advanced wireless technologies. BOM is excited to collaborate with VCC in offering both business development support and a new investment to the company.”
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