AI-driven manufacturing platform, MakerVerse, has secured €9.4M in Series A funding led by 9.5 Ventures, with participation from Siemens Energy and ZEISS. The Berlin-based firm combines artificial intelligence with a certified global supplier chain for CNC machining and 3D printing, streamlining the process of sourcing industrial-quality parts.
The new funding will enable MakerVerse to expand its “one-stop shop” concept by incorporating new technologies and materials. Additionally, the company aims to offer advanced support to customers for seamless integration with existing systems and expand capacity for larger-scale production orders.
Launched in early 2022, MakerVerse provides a fully validated global supply chain for advanced manufacturing technologies, helping businesses build resilient supply chains and easily source parts for prototyping, serial production, and more. Initially focused on Germany, the company has attracted a diverse customer base throughout Europe and beyond, catering to multinationals, mid-size companies, and start-ups.
“We identified that many customers require additional assistance for their advanced manufacturing projects,” said Ward Ripmeester, COO of MakerVerse.
“With this funding, we’ll be able to expand our end-to-end production order support, which involves creating complete manufacturing plans, providing expert guidance, and executing the entire project.”
In just one year, MakerVerse has onboarded about 50 approved vendors and now employs over 30 people from more than 15 countries. This latest funding round highlights the platform’s unique advantages, combining corporate investor benefits with the speed and expertise of venture capital firms.
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