Metellus AG
Zurich private investment office (Metellus AG) that founds and backs deep tech and biotech companies from start-up to IPO as principal investor.
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Identity
- HEADQUARTERS
- Zurich, Switzerland
- FOUNDED
- 2008
Investment approach
- ROUTES
- Companies (own capital)
- STRATEGIES
- Direct investmentsVenture capital
Overview
Metellus AG describes itself as a private investment office based in Zurich. It acts as founder and principal investor in deep tech and biotech companies, taking an active role in strategy, boards and senior management from start-up to IPO, and works with universities and institutions worldwide. Its deep tech focus is wireless systems built on foundational semiconductor technologies; in biotech it backs immune-modulation therapies for chronic inflammatory conditions.
Investment thesis
Disruptive technologies with global potential: semiconductor-based wireless systems for AI-heavy applications (humanoid robots, space communications, self-driving cars, IoT) and immune-modulation drugs that address root causes of chronic inflammation.
People
- Michael AlbisserFounder and Partner · source
- Dr. Boris BattistiniFounder and Partner · source
- Urs WietlisbachFamily Member · source
Frequently asked questions
Metellus AG is a multi family office based in Zurich, Switzerland, founded in 2008.
Metellus AG invests its own capital into companies. Its stated asset mix includes direct investments and venture capital.
Metellus AG invests in Deep Tech and Biotech & Life Sciences.
Key people at Metellus AG include Michael Albisser (Founder and Partner), Dr. Boris Battistini (Founder and Partner) and Urs Wietlisbach (Family Member).