About Caterpillar Ventures
Our Mission
Empower startups that
move the world forward.
Our Focus
Power, Energy Expansion, Artificial Intelligence, Technology
Our Backing
Powered by the strength
of Caterpillar Inc.
Our Role
Typical strategic investments range from $2M to $10M USD in early-stage venture capital investments.
Where We Invest
We focus on technologies that strengthen the future of industry. Our investments support innovation in:
Autonomy
Robotics
AI & Analytics
Energy Solutions
Sustainability
Construction Tech
Mining Tech
Advanced Manufacturing
News & Impact
From breakthrough investments to real-world results — explore how innovation from the companies we support is making headlines.
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2026-02-16 ElevenEs held 1st Closing of its Series B Investment Round Backed by Caterpillar Venture Capital Inc.
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2025-03-31 Equipmake Holdings plc £5 million Strategic Investment by Caterpillar Venture Capital Inc. successful conclusion of Strategic Review and end of Formal Sale Process
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2023-12-04 Nth Cycle Closes $44 Million in Series B and Non-Dilutive Financing to Scale Clean Critical Metal Refining Technology
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2026-02-16 ElevenEs held 1st Closing of its Series B Investment Round Backed by Caterpillar Venture Capital Inc.
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2025-03-31 Equipmake Holdings plc £5 million Strategic Investment by Caterpillar Venture Capital Inc. successful conclusion of Strategic Review and end of Formal Sale Process
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2023-12-04 Nth Cycle Closes $44 Million in Series B and Non-Dilutive Financing to Scale Clean Critical Metal Refining Technology
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2023-11-01 Infinitum Secures $185 Million Series E Funding Led by Just Climate to Catalyze Industrial Decarbonization with High-Efficiency, Sustainable Motors
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2023-08-14 Novarc Technologies Completes Series A Fundraising Round With Caterpillar Venture Capital
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2023-06-14 Stream Announces Acquisition of Praemo
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2023-01-06 Caterpillar Announces Investment in Lithos Energy Inc. to Further Battery Pack Development and Manufacturing