# Nearfield Instruments

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/nearfield-instruments-b-v

- Industry: Semiconductors
- Headquarters: Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Website: www.nearfieldinstruments.com
- Total disclosed funding: $547M
- Latest round: Series D (May 19, 2026)
- Investors on record: 11

## About

Based in Rotterdam, Netherlands, founded in 2016, Nearfield Instruments B.V., focuses on delivering cutting-edge metrology solutions for the semiconductor sector. The founder, Hamed Sadeghian, has a background in technology and innovation.The company was co-founded by Roland van Vliet and Hamed Sadeghian (CEO as of 2026). In May 2026, Nearfield Instruments B.V. raised USD 380 million in series D funding led by Fidelity Investments, with participation from Qatar Investment Authority, Pensioenfonds ABP, ING Wholesale Banking, Innovation Industries, Invest-NL, M&G, Temasek Holdings, TNO Ventures, Metal and Engineering Pension Fund and Walden Catalyst. 

Nearfield Instruments (NFI) specializes in advanced metrology solutions, primarily high-throughput atomic force microscopy systems that deliver atom-scale resolution 3D metrology. Their flagship product, the QUADRA High-Throughput Metrology System, is designed to tackle process control challenges in the high-end nano-electronics industry, specifically for semiconductor manufacturers and technology developers. NFI's systems enhance manufacturing efficiency and precision, enabling clients to meet rigorous quality standards in production processes. The company serves a global client base, including leading semiconductor manufacturers in East Asia and the United States, ensuring its products are utilized in critical applications requiring high accuracy and reliability.

Nearfield Instruments generates revenue through direct sales of its metrology systems, primarily targeting B2B transactions within the semiconductor manufacturing sector. The company engages in partnerships and direct sales agreements with major industry players, facilitating the implementation of its QUADRA High-Throughput Metrology System into production lines. NFI's transaction structure often involves custom contracts tailored to the specific needs of clients, allowing for varied pricing based on system specifications and additional service offerings. These agreements typically include installation support and ongoing maintenance, further solidifying customer relationships and ensuring sustained revenue generation from each client engagement.

The company plans to use the May 2026 funding to expand production capacity, open application centers worldwide, strengthen customer support, and increase research and development with semiconductor manufacturers.

## Funding rounds

- Series D, May 19, 2026, $380M — Walden Catalyst, Temasek Holdings, Metal and Engineering Pension Fund, Fidelity Investments, Pensioenfonds ABP, M&G, Innovation Industries, ING Ventures, Invest-NL, Qatar Investment Authority, TNO Ventures
- Series C, Jul 5, 2024, $146M — Walden Catalyst, Temasek Holdings, M&G, Innovation Industries, ING Ventures, Invest-NL
- Series B, Jun 3, 2021, $21M — Innovation Industries, Invest-NL

## Investors

- Innovation Industries (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/innovation-industries) — Series B, Series C, Series D
- Invest-NL — Series B, Series C, Series D
- Walden Catalyst (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/walden-catalyst) — Series C, Series D
- Temasek Holdings — Series C, Series D
- M&G (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/m-g) — Series C, Series D
- ING Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ing-ventures) — Series C, Series D
- Metal and Engineering Pension Fund — Series D
- Fidelity Investments (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fidelity-investments) — Series D
- Pensioenfonds ABP — Series D
- Qatar Investment Authority (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/qatar-investment-authority) — Series D
- TNO Ventures — Series D