Kaust Innovation Fund - aVenture Asset Manager Research
Location
Jeddah, Mecca Province, SA
Founded
2010
KAUST Innovation Fund is a venture capital firm focused on investing in high-tech startups and early-stage companies in Saudi Arabia. The fund primarily targets seed-stage investments, with occasional participation in pre-seed and Series A rounds. Their investment strategy centers on deep tech startups with high growth potential in the Saudi Arabian ecosystem.
The fund is closely associated with King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), leveraging the institution's research and innovation capabilities. KAUST Innovation Fund offers portfolio companies access to entrepreneurship programs, classes, and technology licensing opportunities. Notable investments include ClimateCrete, Natufia Labs, and Nanosferix, reflecting the fund's commitment to supporting innovative technologies across various sectors.
Kaust Innovation Fund - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages