Manex AI has raised €8M in seed funding to develop an autonomous manufacturing control layer. The round was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners and BlueYard Capital to transform production efficiency.

Jun 04, 2025•3 months ago

Amount Raised

€8 Million

Round Type

seed

MunichArtificial IntelligenceManufacturingSoftware

Investors

Cdtm Venture FundCapmont TechnologyBlue Yard CapitalLightspeed Venture Partners

Description

Manex AI, a Munich-based startup, raised €8 million in seed funding to enhance autonomous manufacturing. Led by Lightspeed Venture Partners and BlueYard Capital, this investment will help build a control layer for industrial processes. Prominent clients like BMW and Audi are already utilizing their AI technology. Founded in early 2024, Manex AI shows promising traction in the market.

Company Information

Company

Manex AI

Location

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

About

Manex AI is a German startup focused on transforming industrial production through AI-powered quality management and process optimization. Founded by Nathan Gruber and Dr. Andreas Schoch, the company aims to address challenges in the manufacturing sector, such as labor shortages and declining profit margins. Their flagship software, Qualitatio, autonomously enhances manufacturing processes by utilizing real-time data and AI agents. The platform has already been adopted by prominent clients like BMW and Audi.

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