Pitch to Us — Front Ventures

What We Look For

We invest $0.5–5.0M in seed to early-growth stage defense tech companies. We typically take 5–20% ownership and engage actively as operational partners — not passive shareholders.

Our ideal portfolio company has a finished prototype, a proven market with defense or dual-use applications, and a team that wants to scale production fast in Western Europe.

$0.5–5M
Investment ticket
5–20%
Target ownership
Seed–A
Investment stage
01

Ground Drones (UGV) — autonomous and remote-operated platforms

02

Interceptor & Recon Drones — counter-UAS and surveillance systems

03

Components — motors, sensors, cameras, and propulsion systems

04

Software — target acquisition, command & control, and AI systems

What do these categories mean?

Ground Drones (UGV) includes autonomous and remote-operated ground platforms for logistics, reconnaissance, and combat support. Interceptor & Recon Drones covers counter-UAS systems and aerial surveillance platforms. Components means critical subsystems like motors, sensors, cameras, and propulsion. Software encompasses target acquisition, command & control (C2), and AI-based systems for autonomous operations.

Selection

Selection Criteria

Requirements

  • Swedish, Nordic, or Ukrainian defense tech company
  • Finished prototype or product already in production
  • Patent opportunity or clear cost advantage
  • Fast and scalable production process
  • Existing permits and licenses

Out of Scope

  • Consumables without technical sophistication
  • High-cost weapons systems (ballistic, etc.)
  • Electronic warfare jamming systems
How do we evaluate?

Patent advantage means the company holds patents or has a clear cost/technology moat that competitors cannot easily replicate. Scalable production means the product can be manufactured at volume using existing supply chains, not requiring custom factories. Out of Scope items are categories where we do not invest regardless of the technology quality.

Our Value-Add

More Than Capital

EU & NATO Market Access

We bridge Ukrainian innovations with Western defense markets. Our portfolio company Scandinavian X achieved NATO approval within 3 months of launch.

Western Production Scaling

We connect you with existing European manufacturers instead of building from scratch. Aeromotors is scaling from 10,000 to 40,000 motors/month with our support.

Operational Partnership

Our CEO and board are hands-on investors with military, tech, and finance backgrounds. We're active shareholders who help navigate defense procurement, export controls, and scaling challenges.

Public Market Transparency

As a listed company on NGM Nordic SME, we offer full transparency and regulatory oversight — giving your company a credible, verifiable Western partner.

Our Process

From Pitch to Partnership

We believe founders deserve a clear, fast process. Here's exactly what happens after you reach out.

1
Day 1–5

Screening

We review your pitch against our investment criteria and focus areas.

Geography · Sector · Prototype · Ticket size
2
Day 5–10

Deep Dive

If there's a match, we study your product, market position, and competitive moat.

Patents · Cost advantage · Production capacity · Market
3
Day 10–15

Founders Call

A 30-minute video call with Jonas and the team. We want to understand your vision and how we can help.

Team · Vision · Scalability · Western Europe strategy
4
Day 15–30

Decision

Investment decision, term sheet discussion, and next steps for our operational partnership.

Term sheet · Ownership · Board · Partnership model
Quick Check

Are We a Good Fit?

Answer four quick questions to see if your company matches our investment criteria. Takes less than a minute.

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Where is your company based?

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What does your company build?

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What's your product stage?

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How much capital are you seeking?

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