# NAXOS Capital Partners

> NAXOS Capital Partners is a VC fund in Paris backing Chemical and Electronics. See 7 investments, check sizes, portfolio and contact details. Updated Aug 2026.

- Type: VC Fund
- Location: Paris, France
- Total investments: 7
- Last investment: Nov 2014
- Lead investor: 43%
- Last updated: Aug 2026
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/naxoscapital
- Website: https://naxoscapital.com/

NAXOS Capital Partners is a principal investment group focused on acquiring and developing small- to lower mid-market companies.Active in the Private Equity market for over 10 years, the NAXOS Capital team has a strong track record of successful investments in a variaty of industries, including technology, media, communications, service andmanufacturing.

## Contacts

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## Investment focus

### Industry

| Industry | Investments | Share |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chemical | 2 | 29% |
| Electronics | 2 | 29% |
| Apps | 1 | 14% |
| Water | 1 | 14% |
| Energy | 1 | 14% |

12 industries tracked in total.

### Stage

| Stage | Investments | Share |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Series C | 3 | 43% |
| Series B | 2 | 29% |
| Funding Round | 2 | 29% |

### Country

| Country | Investments | Share |
| --- | --- | --- |
| United Kingdom | 3 | 43% |
| United States | 2 | 29% |

## Team

| Name | Title | Investments | Profile |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Carole Piwnica | Founder | 0 | — |
| Robert Frost | Partner | 3 | — |
| Sam Reckinger | Managing Director | 0 | — |
| Simon Oliver | Partner | 0 | — |
| Robert Lezec | CEO and Founder | 0 | — |

## Investments

| Company | Description | Amount | Stage | Date | Website |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| i2O | Since 2005, i2O has been committed to taking the weight off of water network management. With an experienced and knowledgeable team at the forefront of the business, i2O has been focused on developing intuitive pressure management solutions. The company has UK Headquarters in Southampton and offices in Malaysia, Spain and Colombia, with systemscurrently installed in 22 countries - being used by utilities all over the world to optimise network pressure. Our comprehensive hardware, software and integrated solutions are designed to support utilities in taking pressure management to the next level. These solutions are already saving more than 235 million litres (statistics needs updating) of water every single day, while supporting utilities in achieving the following:● a reduction of 20% in leakage, on average, by removing excess pressure ● a significant fall in energy consumption, of around 20%, thanks to less water being pumped at a lower average pressure● around a 40% drop in burst frequency smoother water transitions and reduced maximum pressure● fewer complaints to the network thanks to greater confidence in target pressures● an extension of more than five years in the lifespan of infrastructure● a saving of 40% on operational costs due to fewer ‘find and fix’ cases and a reduction in scheduled site visits. As we continue to lead the way in pressure management, we are continuously researching for new ways in which utilities can use our systems to add value to customers and continue to make savings and efficiencies in operations and performance. Beyond our solutions and technology - we pride ourselves upon our dedication to the industry - both in terms of our extensive charity fundraising for WaterAid and the commitment we have made to developing our employees into a strong network of industry professionals. | $10.5M |  | Nov 24, 2014 |  |
| BioAmber | BioAmber is a private US company registered in the state of Delaware. The company, formerly known as DNP Green Technology, changed its name to BioAmber following its acquisition of its joint venture with ARD. Following the transaction, they adopted the name BioAmber, which had been used to that point by the joint venture. | $30M | Series C | Feb 22, 2012 |  |
| BioAmber | BioAmber is a private US company registered in the state of Delaware. The company, formerly known as DNP Green Technology, changed its name to BioAmber following its acquisition of its joint venture with ARD. Following the transaction, they adopted the name BioAmber, which had been used to that point by the joint venture. | $45M | Series B | May 04, 2011 |  |
| Elevance Renewable Sciences | Elevance Renewable Sciences is a transforming natural, renewable oils into high-performing specialty products and materials, Elevance is uniquely positioned to meet consumer demand in a market exceeding $100 billion annually in these segments: Performance waxes, NatureWax products, Personal care products, Antimicrobials, Detergents, cleaners andsolvents. | $100M | Series C | Dec 21, 2010 |  |
| Navetas Energy Management | Navetas Energy Management Ltd., an energy management company, delivers services in the fields of energy measurement, energy procurement, and energy conservation for industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. It offers Navetas Zeo Smart Hub, which provides a communications gateway and functional console for electricity, gas, and watermetering; and Navetas Zeo Smart Gas Meter, a solution to deliver communications for gas meters through precision fibre optics. The company also offers commercial management, technology and design services, project management, and systems and services. Navetas Energy Management Ltd. was formerly known as Navetas New Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Navetas Energy Management Ltd. in September 2008. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Woodbridge, the United Kingdom. | $5.8M | Series B | Jun 07, 2010 |  |
| P2i | P2i is the world leader in liquid repellent nano-coating technology. The company’s revolutionary plasma process reduces the surface energy of a material so that when liquids come into contact with it, they form beads and simply roll off. P2i’s customers can improve the performance of their products by protecting them from the effects of water andother liquids without affecting their look or feel. P2i’s plasma processing machines have been sold into the textile, consumer electronics, filtration, and bioconsumables markets. | $7.2M |  | Jun 01, 2010 |  |
| P2i | P2i is the world leader in liquid repellent nano-coating technology. The company’s revolutionary plasma process reduces the surface energy of a material so that when liquids come into contact with it, they form beads and simply roll off. P2i’s customers can improve the performance of their products by protecting them from the effects of water andother liquids without affecting their look or feel. P2i’s plasma processing machines have been sold into the textile, consumer electronics, filtration, and bioconsumables markets. | $5.4M | Series C | Jul 20, 2009 |  |

7 of 7 investments shown.

## Co-investors
- Swarraton Partners — VC Fund, 3 deals together
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## FAQ

### What does NAXOS Capital Partners invest in?

NAXOS Capital Partners invests primarily in Chemical, Electronics and Apps startups, most often at Series C and Series B stage. Most of the 7 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in United Kingdom. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.

### How do I contact NAXOS Capital Partners?

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### Who are the partners at NAXOS Capital Partners?

The team at NAXOS Capital Partners includes Carole Piwnica (Founder), Robert Frost (Partner) and Sam Reckinger (Managing Director). The Team section lists each member with their title, investment count and links.

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