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Eindhoven-based CleanTech company RIFT secures €113.8 million in funding, including an €83.1 million Series B round led by PGGM, to advance its Iron Fuel Technology and prepare for commercial production.

PRIVATEMar 03, 2026

Amount Raised

€83.1 Million

Round Type

Series B

EindhovenManufacturingEnergyOil And GasRenewable Energy

Investors

Energietransitiefonds RotterdamBrabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij (Bom)Invest NlOost NLRubio Impact VenturesPggm

Description

RIFT has raised €113.8 million in financing, combining an €83.1 million Series B and a €30.7 million EU grant. This funding will help advance its Iron Fuel Technology and develop its first commercial production facility. The Series B was led by PGGM with several other investors participating. CEO Mark Verhagen emphasizes the move toward decarbonizing industrial heat at scale.

Quick answer

RIFT raised €83.1 Million in a Series B round, dated March 3, 2026. Investors: Energietransitiefonds Rotterdam, Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij (Bom), Invest Nl, Oost NL, Rubio Impact Ventures and Pggm. RIFT is based in Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands.

How much did RIFT raise?
RIFT raised €83.1 Million in a Series B round on March 3, 2026.
Who invested in RIFT?
Energietransitiefonds Rotterdam, Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij (Bom), Invest Nl, Oost NL, Rubio Impact Ventures and Pggm are named as investors in this round.
What does RIFT do?
RIFT (Renewable Iron Fuel Technology) is a company founded in 2021 that specializes in sustainable heating solutions for various industries, including food and beverage, pulp and paper, ceramics, and special chemicals.
Where is RIFT based and how big is it?
RIFT is based in Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands. Fundz records about 27 employees.
Who are the decision-makers at RIFT?
Fundz holds 5 contacts at RIFT, including the CTO, Co-founder. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

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Who else raised in Energy and Oil And Gas around the same time

Companies in the same sectors as RIFT that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.

  • International Battery Metals raised $2M (Seed) on February 23, 2026.
  • Hycosys raised $1M (Seed) on February 23, 2026.
  • XFuel raised $20M (Series A) on January 28, 2026.
  • Sepion Technologies raised $10M (Series B) on April 17, 2026.
  • Lucid Group raised $1.1B (Post-IPO Equity) on April 15, 2026.
  • Airmo raised $5.9M (Seed) on April 13, 2026.

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Company Information

Company

RIFT

Location

Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands

About

RIFT (Renewable Iron Fuel Technology) is a company founded in 2021 that specializes in sustainable heating solutions for various industries, including food and beverage, pulp and paper, ceramics, and special chemicals. The company's patented iron fuel technology allows for high-temperature heat generation without direct CO2 emissions, creating a fully circular energy system. RIFT's solutions are designed for easy implementation without major infrastructure modifications, making them economically viable alternatives to fossil fuels. Their mission focuses on reducing global emissions significantly by 2050.

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