PYDRO Secures Fresh Capital to Expand Market Activities
Deal News | Jun 01, 2025 | GENIUS Venture Capital GmbH
PYDRO, a German-based startup specializing in smart water infrastructure technology, has successfully secured approximately 1.3 million euros in a funding round to boost its market expansion efforts. The funding round saw participation from notable investors such as the European Investment Fund, Connect the Drops, and the Berlin Angel Fund, alongside existing investors. PYDRO's technology utilizes a turbine system to autonomously power sensors for real-time data collection in water networks, aimed at detecting leaks and reducing water losses. The fresh capital will facilitate PYDRO's strategic market development in Europe, including entry into Spain, France, and the UK, and explore opportunities in the USA and Asia. GENIUS Venture Capital GmbH, which invested early in PYDRO, continues to support its growth. The investment aligns with the European Commission's recent strategy on water resilience, highlighting the increasing urgency and focus on digital solutions for managing water resources efficiently.
Sectors
- Water Technology
- Venture Capital
- Renewable Energy
Geography
- Germany – PYDRO is headquartered in Rostock, Germany, making this the primary geographical focus.
- Europe – PYDRO's current and planned market expansion targets European countries such as Italy, Greece, Spain, France, and the UK.
- USA – PYDRO sees significant potential for market entry in the USA in the medium to long term.
- Asia – The company is eyeing market potential in Asia for future expansion efforts.
Industry
- Water Technology – The focus on developing smart water management infrastructure highlights the relevance of water technology as a key industry.
- Venture Capital – This industry is pertinent due to the involvement of venture capital firms in funding PYDRO's expansion.
- Renewable Energy – PYDRO’s technology involves energy autonomy through turbine systems, linking it to renewable energy innovations.
Financials
- 1.3 million euros – The total amount raised in PYDRO’s recent funding round to expand market activities.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| PYDRO GmbH | Target Company | Company | A startup that develops energy-autonomous multisensor solutions for smart water networks. |
| GENIUS Venture Capital GmbH | Early-stage Investor | Company | An early investor in PYDRO, involved in managing Venture Capital Fonds MV GmbH. |
| European Investment Fund (EIF) | Investor | Company | Participated in the funding round to support PYDRO’s expansion. |
| Connect the Drops | Investor | Company | One of the investors in PYDRO’s latest funding round. |
| Berlin Angel Fund | Investor | Company | Took part in PYDRO's recent investment round. |
| Mulundu Sichone | Managing Director | Person | Managing partner of PYDRO, leading the company's strategic direction. |
| Uwe Bruer | Managing Director | Person | Managing director of GENIUS Venture Capital GmbH. |
| Venture Capital Fonds MV GmbH | Financial Manager | Company | Regional venture capital fund, managed by GENIUS Venture Capital, focusing on technology companies in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. |