# Vertilas

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/vertilas

- Industry: Electronics
- Headquarters: Germany
- Website: www.vertilas.com
- Total disclosed funding: $4.4M
- Latest round: Series C (Mar 28, 2006)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Vertilas GmbH designs and manufactures innovative vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL) diodes for applications in near-infrared gas analysis and optical communications, serving diverse markets globally.Founded in 2001 in Germany, Vertilas GmbH focuses on developing advanced VCSEL technology. Christian Neumeyr leads the company, which has successfully raised a total of EUR 3.60 mn through funding rounds, including the recent Series C round led by High Tech Private Equity. The company has engaged in 4 deals overall, with its headquarters located in Germany.Vertilas specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL) diodes, catering to applications in near-infrared (NIR) gas analysis and optical communications. Their product portfolio includes high-speed 106 Gbps PAM4 VCSEL technology, a tunable diode laser spectrometry (TDLS) gas sensing InP VCSEL portfolio, and innovative 2D InP VCSEL arrays. These technologies are employed in various end-use cases, particularly in gas sensing applications and high-speed data transmission for telecommunications. The products serve a diverse client base across industries such as data communication, environmental monitoring, and sensing solutions, with significant demand in international markets including Europe, North America, and Asia. Customers benefit from the integration of Vertilas's VCSEL technology in solutions like the TriEye CMOS Camera, which enhances short-wave infrared (SWIR) sensing capabilities.Vertilas operates primarily through direct business-to-business (B2B) transactions, engaging with clients that require high-performance VCSEL technology for specialized applications. The company's revenue is generated through the sale of its flagship products, including its 106 Gbps PAM4 VCSELs and TDLS gas sensing solutions, which cater to both established enterprises and emerging technology firms. Transaction structures typically involve long-term contracts and partnerships where clients procure products based on specific performance requirements and application needs. Pricing plans are established according to the complexity and specifications of the technology, supporting a range of application scenarios in the telecommunications and gas sensing sectors. The strategic partnerships with companies like TriEye further enhance Vertilas's market reach and revenue potential in niche segments, solidifying its position within the optical communication and sensing markets.Vertilas GmbH is focused on expanding its product offerings and market reach. The company is designing new VCSEL products aimed at enhancing performance in gas sensing applications, with expected launches in the next 12 months. Additionally, Vertilas plans to penetrate new markets in Asia and North America by the end of 2024. The recent funding of EUR 3.60 mn from the Series C round will be utilized to support these initiatives, enhancing research and development capabilities and marketing efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Mar 28, 2006, $4.4M — KfW Banking Group, High Tech Private Equity

## Investors

- KfW Banking Group — Series C
- High Tech Private Equity (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/high-tech-private-equity) — Series C