About us

Investing in Systemic Change

Astanor backs ambitious entrepreneurs with global disruptive, scalable solutions that will create systemic change by leveraging the power of impact investing to re-invent and repair the broken food system. We see tremendous value in solutions that reduce our impact on nature’s resources through sustainable farming practices, introduction of new materials, waste management, energy efficiency, sustainable food production and more.
Through our existing venture and new growth equity strategies, our mission is to find, support and scale the most disruptive, impactful solutions of tomorrow, and create significant value for our investors by tapping into the immense markets that they address and disrupt.

Our journey

2017

The start

  • Pioneering Impact Investor, leader in the agrifood tech innovation sector

2020

VENTURE FUND I

  • Closed in December 2020 at €264M
  • Fully deployed, €215M in co-investments

2023

VENTURE FUND II

  • Closed in September 2023 at €365M
  • Investment period ongoing

2025

GROWTH FUND I

  • Fundraising ongoing

Sectors

Food and Agriculture

Biodiversity

Education
and Health

Ocean
and Water

Tech and
AI

Climate

Astanor Team

Global expertise

Astanor started as a pioneer in the agrifood space, allowing to attract top investment and operational talents for the team. This team has a proven ability to grow companies and to base investment decisions on the likelihood of securing superior opportunities towards successful exits.
The senior team is also well equipped to provide hands-on guidance and support to founders for their strategic corporate and commercial development.

Our
values

Ambition

“Ambition” at Astanor drives impactful change in the agrifood sector, combining sustainability with strong investor returns.

Agility
& Creativity

“Agility” at Astanor means adapting quickly, solving challenges, and seizing opportunities through creative thinking to stay ahead.

Trust

“Trust” at Astanor empowers innovation, excellence, and collaboration, fostering a culture of transparency and support.