Stage FocusPre-Seed, Seed, Series A
GeographyRest of World
TypeVC
Last Activity2025
Industry Focus
Industries
Climate TechSpace TechMedTech
Technical BenchStrong
Investor TypeDeepTech Purist
ExposureMostly DeepTech Investments
Bio
Outset Ventures was founded in 2016 in Auckland, combining a lab space, venture fund, and founder community. Fund II closed at NZ$41.5M in 2024, exceeding the NZ$30M target, following a $12M Fund I. The firm operates Future House — a 60,000 sq ft facility with lab and engineering equipment.
Sir Peter Beck (Rocket Lab founder) sits on the investment committee. Focus areas include energy generation...
Notable Investments
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Rocket LabL
LanzaTechO
OpenStar TechnologiesM
Mint InnovationSimilar Funds
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Fifty Years
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