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Trondheim's startup ecosystem shows a strong focus on deep technology and specialized industrial sectors. The city hosts a diverse group of companies in fields from biotechnology to artificial intelligence.
Medical device company CardioMech leads in funding with $85M raised for its cardiac surgery alternatives. AI search engine Vespa.ai also stands out, securing $31M in its Series A round.
Below is our list of 51 Trondheim startups worth keeping an eye on.
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Get the Sheet for $50Signicat has built a comprehensive digital identity platform for managing electronic IDs and e-signatures across Europe. Their solutions help businesses, particularly in regulated sectors like finance, to securely verify identities and manage digital agreements.
Vespa.ai builds a high-performance search engine for creating large-scale AI applications. The platform processes data in real time, enabling developers to build advanced agentic and multi-modal AI systems.
Maritime Robotics builds a range of unmanned surface vehicles and aerial drones for complex maritime operations. These robotic systems are designed for data acquisition and surveillance missions in challenging sea conditions.
CardioMech develops a catheter-based device to repair the mitral valve, offering a less invasive alternative to open-heart surgery. Their technology is designed to treat structural heart disease, specifically for patients with severe mitral regurgitation.
Nomono develops integrated hardware and software solutions designed to simplify professional podcasting. Their system pairs a portable microphone array with AI-powered cloud software to help creators easily capture and produce immersive audio.
Hydrogen Mem-Tech develops advanced palladium membrane technology to separate pure hydrogen from various gas streams. Their system is designed for carbon capture, helping industries transition to cleaner energy sources.
Aviant builds and operates an end-to-end drone service for transporting cargo. Their autonomous system manages the entire logistics chain, from automated pickup to final delivery.
CrayoNano manufactures UV-C LEDs designed for disinfection in water, air, and surface treatment. Their patented technology uses a hybrid of graphene and nanowires to create more robust and efficient semiconductor components.
OptoScale develops real-time monitoring systems that give fish farmers precise data on the size, weight, and health of their stock. Their technology helps producers optimize feeding, track growth, and monitor for sea lice, ultimately improving the sustainability of their operations.
Vital Things develops contactless sensors that monitor sleep and vital signs like breathing rates. Their technology uses AI to analyze this data, helping healthcare providers detect and predict health changes in patients and elderly individuals.
Those top 10 companies are just the beginning of the story in Trondheim. The city is full of founders working on everything from biotech to robotics.
Some are brand new and raising their first funds, while others are more established. Here’s a look at the rest of the startups shaping the city's future.
| Startup | Industry | Year Founded | Amount Raised | Last Funding Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Media | 2015 | $4.6M | Grant | |
| Hardware | 2015 | NOK51M | Venture Round | |
| Robotics | 2017 | $8.1M | Seed | |
| Infrastructure | 2022 | €2.3M | Seed | |
| Mobility | 2019 | $2.3M | Seed | |
| SaaS | 2021 | NOK167M | Private Equity | |
| Biotech | 2020 | NOK64.5M | Series A | |
| Environment | 2023 | NOK31M | Seed | |
| AgTech | 2009 | $25.5M | Seed | |
| AgTech | 1992 | NOK400M | Debt Financing | |
| Marketing | 2000 | $11.2M | Venture Round | |
| AI | 2015 | NOK81M | Seed | |
| Sports | 2016 | €2.5M | Grant | |
| Biotech | 2008 | $2.7M | Series A | |
| Manufacturing | 2018 | NOK12M | Pre-Seed | |
| AI | 2023 | $95k | Pre-Seed | |
| AgTech | 2008 | $4.1M | Grant | |
| Nonprofit | 2014 | £330k | Seed | |
| Healthcare | 2016 | NOK12M | Venture Round | |
| Energy | 2010 | NOK25M | Venture Round | |
| Biotech | 2017 | NOK16M | Venture Round | |
| Healthcare | 2020 | $250k | Seed | |
| Other | 2024 | €200k | Seed | |
| Analytics | 2018 | $120k | Seed | |
| Manufacturing | 2014 | $4.2M | Grant | |
| Mobility | 2020 | $200k | — | |
| Biotech | 2009 | NOK25M | Venture Round | |
| AI | 2017 | $400k | Pre-Seed | |
| Biotech | 1950 | — | — | |
| AgTech | 2019 | $120k | Pre-Seed | |
| SaaS | 2013 | NOK5M | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2015 | $719k | Undisclosed | |
| Food | 2014 | $75k | Seed | |
| Energy | 2005 | — | — | |
| Retail | 2016 | NOK2M | Seed | |
| Fintech | 2009 | $160k | Seed | |
| Analytics | 2016 | NOK2M | Angel | |
| AgTech | 2018 | NOK206k | Grant | |
| Data | 1991 | — | Private Equity | |
| Energy | 2022 | — | Venture Round | |
| Analytics | 2014 | — | Undisclosed |
