Korys is the name chosen by the Colruyt family for their investment structure. The name Korys is derived from the Latin word for hazelnut tree – Corylus - which is at the origin of the Colruyt name.
Our multi-disciplinary approach enables us to create a well-balanced, diversified portfolio of listed stocks and bonds, private equity funds, and direct participations in small and medium-sized companies.
Through our investments, we aim to make a positive impact on people and the planet, while generating attractive returns. A “three P” approach (People, Planet, Profit) forms the cornerstone of our investment strategy. We invest for the long term, as we realize that it takes time to achieve the sustainable impact we are aiming for.
We focus our investments in sectors in which we have built substantial expertise as a team: Cleantech, consumer goods & retail and life sciences.
Our multi-disciplinary approach enables us to create a well-balanced, diversified portfolio of listed stocks and bonds, private equity funds, and direct participations in small and medium-sized companies.
Through our investments, we aim to make a positive impact on people and the planet, while generating attractive returns. A “three P” approach (People, Planet, Profit) forms the cornerstone of our investment strategy. We invest for the long term, as we realize that it takes time to achieve the sustainable impact we are aiming for.
We focus our investments in sectors in which we have built substantial expertise as a team: Cleantech, consumer goods & retail and life sciences.
Location: Belgium, Flemish Brabant, Essenbeek
Employees: 11-50
Founded date: 2011
Investment Stage: Series B; Private Equity
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| Date | Name | Website | Total Raised | Location |
| 26.03.2026 | Entrix | entrixenergy.com | $50.29M | Germany |
| 24.02.2026 | OroraTech | ororatech.com | $127.82M | Germany |
| 23.07.2023 | Aphea.Bio | aphea.bio | $183.05M | Belgium, E... |
| 19.07.2023 | Sensorfact | sensorfact.nl | $46.87M | Argentina,... |
| 22.12.2022 | Virya Ener... | virya-energy.com | - | - |
| 27.10.2022 | Mablink Bi... | mablink.com | $34.97M | France, Au... |
| 15.09.2022 | SAHYADRI F... | sahyadrifarms.com | $40M | India, Mah... |
| 02.09.2022 | Ingrizo NV | ingrizo.com | - | Belgium, E... |
| 01.09.2022 | AstriVax | astrivax.com | $32.62M | Belgium, F... |
| 09.06.2022 | Trunkrs | trunkrs.nl | $16.09M | Netherland... |
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Mentions in press and media 23
| Date | Title | Description |
| 27.03.2026 | Entrix Secures €43M: Powering Europe's Energy Future with AI Battery Optimization | Entrix, a European leader in battery optimization, secured €43 million in fresh funding. This capital infusion propels its growth. The company now manages a massive 3 GW of contracted battery storage capacity across Europe. A significant 2 ... |
| 25.03.2026 | Entrix raises €43M as contracted battery storage portfolio reaches 3GW | Battery optimisation company Entrix today announced two critical milestones. It has raised €43 million in funding and reached 3 GW / 8.5 GWh of contracted battery storage capacity. Of the contracted portfolio, 2 GW will be live and operatio... |
| 25.03.2026 | Allianz backs Entrix | Munich-based Entrix Entrix Founded: 2021 Headquarters: Munich, Bayern, Germany Total Funding: $74.81M See full company profile "> has raised €43 million from Junction Growth Investors and Korys, alongside BNP Paribas’ Solar Impulse ... |
| 24.02.2026 | +++ OroraTech +++ OpenOcean +++ Kombo +++ NRW.Venture EU Tech&Scale +++ HealthTech +++ | Was gibt’s Neues? In unserem #StartupTicker liefern wir eine kompakte Übersicht über die wichtigsten Startup-Nachrichten des Tages (Dienstag, 24. Februar). #STARTUPLAND: Noch 22 Tage! STARTUPLAND – where the future begins. +++ Am 18. März f... |
| 05.11.2025 | +++ Save the Date +++ May Ventures +++ Ampeers Energy +++ octonomy +++ OroraTech +++ | Was gibt’s Neues? In unserem #StartupTicker liefern wir eine kompakte Übersicht über die wichtigsten Startup-Nachrichten des Tages (Mittwoch, 5. November). #STARTUPLAND: SAVE THE DATE The next unicorn? You’ll meet it at STARUPLAND +++ Heute... |
| 14.05.2025 | Aphea.Bio: Cultivating the Future of Sustainable Agriculture | In the heart of Belgium, a revolution is brewing. Aphea.Bio, an agricultural technology company, is leading the charge toward a greener future. With a recent €70 million Series C funding round, the company is poised to transform the agricul... |
| 17.10.2024 | Mapping the Cosmos and Battling Wildfires: Two Frontiers of Innovation | In the vast expanse of the universe, two groundbreaking projects are reshaping our understanding of space and our planet. The Euclid space telescope is charting the cosmos, while OroraTech is fighting wildfires from above. Both endeavors sh... |
| 17.10.2024 | The Sky's the Limit: How Satellite Technology is Transforming Connectivity and Wildfire Management | In a world where connectivity is king, the automotive industry is gearing up for a revolution. Satellite technology is stepping into the spotlight, promising to bridge the gaps left by traditional cellular networks. The forecast is bright: ... |
| 16.10.2024 | Satellite wildfire detector OroraTech raises €25M Series B | OroraTech, a company using thermal satellites and AI to predict and prevent wildfires, has raised a €25M investment, backed by the European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (ECBF). The round was led by Korys, the European Circular Bioeconomy Fund (... |
| 23.05.2024 | Enifer's Groundbreaking Journey: A New Era in Mycoprotein Production | Enifer, a pioneering Finnish biotech startup, has recently made waves in the protein industry by securing an impressive €36 million in funding. This substantial investment is set to fuel the construction of a state-of-the-art mycoprotein fa... |
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