Investment Year:
2026
Why we invested:
PCN Materials sits at an important intersection between materials science, environmental innovation and the built environment. Improving air quality requires practical solutions that can be integrated into the spaces where we live and work. Building materials offer an opportunity to make everyday surfaces part of that solution.
PCN Materials addresses this challenge through photocatalytic technology activated by visible light. Incorporated into coatings and building materials, its technology enables surfaces to help break down airborne pollutants, including volatile organic compounds, and contribute to improved indoor air quality. With applications already demonstrated in significant projects, the company is building a foundation for wider industrial adoption and international growth.
We believe this approach is what makes PCN Materials compelling: the ability to turn scientific innovation into practical environmental benefits through everyday materials. Our investment alongside Vitex, one of Greece’s leading paint manufacturers, combines capital with industrial expertise to support the team in scaling production and bringing its solutions to more markets.
“PCN Materials shows how advanced materials can help tackle environmental challenges in practical ways. We see strong potential in technology that enables everyday building surfaces to contribute to cleaner air. Together with Vitex, we look forward to supporting the team as it scales production and brings its solutions to more markets.”
— Markos Komondouros