SIMEST
Rome, Laziosimest.it
Overview
SIMEST is a financial institution controlled by the Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP) Group that has supported the internationalization of Italian companies since 1991. It provides a range of services including subsidized loans, equity participation (up to 49%), and export credit support to assist Italian businesses, particularly SMEs, in their expansion into foreign markets. SIMEST operates through direct investments and a Venture Capital Fund to support projects outside the European Union. It is a member of the European Development Finance Institutions (EDFI) network.
Portfolio Companies
16
Website
simest.itInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wearable Robotics | Apr 2026 | Series A | Co-investor |
| Dronus | Mar 2026 | Series A | Co-investor |
| UpSurgeOn | Mar 2026 | Series B | Co-investor |
| WESENS | Oct 2025 | Series B Extension | Lead |
| W•SENSE | Oct 2025 | Early Funding | Lead |
Sector & Stage Mix
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