Some twenty public and private sector investors are backing this finance instrument to provide support for the most innovative and promising university level initiatives. The fund amounts to some 6 million Euro to span the next 7 years.
This Thursday, 3 March the venture capital fund in which Citrosol has become a part, TECH Transfer UPV, will be unveiled at the Universidad Politécnica de Valencia. The presentation will begin at 16:15 hrs in Building 8B of the la Ciudad Politécnica de la Innovación (The Polytechnic City of Innovation).
This is a new fund for the transfer of technology, which is to be managed by the Clave Mayor company and follows the successful model of investment funds at Oxford University, proven by their impulse in the creation of a hundred young companies linked to the university, which generated 5,000 jobs and have provided returns for their investors.
Citrosol, along with other public and private investment institutions, is participating in this fund, Tech Transfer UPV, which was registered with the CNMV this January, with the aim of supporting projects of merit generated within the realms of the Polytechnic University of Valencia in need of a financial boost to see their crystallization into the market.
In this way Citrosol are promoting the most innovative projects of the UPV by supporting them at their most critical stage, that is to say, in their genesis and initial development. As Benito Orihuel, CEO and Scientific Director of the Company explained, entering into this fund reinforces Citrosol’s commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility: "Our commitment to innovation forms the basis of our company’s work philosophy so, through Tech Transfer UPV, we are respecting our own philosophy whilst also giving breathing space to the more promising projects in need of financial support to get going, projects close to our hearts which dovetail with our sense of Corporate Social Responsibility".
The 21 technological initiatives which fall under the umbrella of the fund come from different sectors, such as food and agriculture (microbiology and foods), life science (biotechnology and medical devices), clean tech (renewable energy and new materials), telecommunications (HW, SW, networks, e-commerce and the Internet of Things) and engineering (electronics, robotics and mechanics). "The opportunity to delve into these other fields of knowledge was also a factor that encouraged us to join Tech Transfer UPV" added Orihuel.
6 million Euro, 7 years
Tech Transfer UPV will be investing in 21 spin outs; viable knowledge and technology projects which are novel in that they bring factors that differentiate them based on their innovation, their generation of a competitive advantage and thus their ability to stand the test of time. This investment fund is for 6 million Euro to span over 7 years.
The fund or aid follows a pioneering new investment model, in that it seeks to integrate financial support for the spin outs to enter the market with a model of proximity and co-investment with other public and private investors which will provide incubation services and advice on technical matters along with the management skills needed to successfully reach the target market.
Twenty investors
This new financial instrument brings together twenty investors, amongst them the Generalitat Valenciana. Its administrator is the Valencian company, Clave Mayor, headed by Pedro de Alava, having broad experience in these types of funds with other Spanish Universities.
The details of this new finance instrument to promote technology transfer projects will be released on Thursday 3 March at the ‘Cubo Azul’ Conference Hall at the Universidad Politécnica de Valencia. At the event you will be offered an insight into the vision of industrialists and entrepreneurs, the experience of the Oxford University funds and the technology based companies within the UPV environment.
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CITROSOL and KRONEN GmbH, are collaborating with the Spanish technological centre CNTA, in the prototyping of a new industrial washing process designed to apply new innocuous treatments more efficiently, aiming to increase the sustainability of water and energy use.
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Citrosol’s ‘KNOW-HOW container EDITION II’ is on its way to the trade fair, Fruit Logística 2017
Visit us in Hall 18 Stand A-07
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+infoCitrosol celebrate the inauguration of their new R&D+i laboratories
+infoCitrosol present a new strategy against citrus fruit rind disorders at the symposium in Cartagena
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Citrosol's know-how container is crossing the Mediterranean to the Egyptian Fair, MAC Fruit Attraction
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Citrosol participate in the Polytechnic University of Valencia investment fund to finance 21 spin out projects
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Citrosol’s Citrocide® PC takes a leading role in the South African 2016 Postharvest Technical Forum
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Citrosol opens shop at the Korean trade fair, JEJU International Citrus Expo
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CITROSOL invites you to join them at Fruit Attraction 2015 where we are showcasing the KNOW-HOW Container®
Visit us in Hall 8 stand 8D13
+infoCitrosol are to present their 'KNOW-HOW container' in Madrid which demonstrates the export of citrus fruit step by step.
+info'The Challenge of Luismi' continues despite not participating in the Masters Athletics in Lyon.
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Citrosol supports the Sprint cyclist Luis Miguel Sabater in his recovery
+infoCitrosol rewards creative, innovative and entrepreneurial spirit through the Campus Jump award Gala.
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CITROSOL are to collaborate as the Official Sponsors of "LUIS MIGUEL SABATER - THE CHALLENGE" throughout his 2015 season.
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Citrosol is sponsoring the "Platinum Medal" and presenting a scientific paper at the XI National and the VIII Iberian Symposium on Ripening and Postharvest.
Valencia from 21 to 23 October
CITROSOL have now released their corporate video, originally presented during the events celebrating our 50th anniversary
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The final version of the article “Potassium sorbate effects in citrus weight loss and decay control” is now available online
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The prestigious scientific Journal Postharvest Biology and Technology has accepted for publication a scientific article that has been performed by Citrosol: Potassium sorbate effects on citrus weight loss and decay control
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Citrosol is taking part as speaker and sponsor in the CRI (Citrus Research International) POST-HARVEST TECHNICAL FORUM in South Africa
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CITROCIDE® PC P SYSTEM
Productos Citrosol, S.A. has developed a comprehensive system for hygienic washing of peppers which:
- Guarantees food safety
- Controls decay in peppers
- Allows savings in water consumption
CITROSOL broadens its advertising campaign with two new announcements, a corporate statement and a statement about the company’s technology
+infoCITROSOL consolidated three years’ growth in 2012
+infoCitrosol receives the “Tirant” Prize for its business achievements.
The ceremony will take place on Wednesday, 5 June, at 8 p.m., at the Casa de Cultura Marqués González de Quirós in Gandia
+infoIn the 8th International Citrus Seminar in Peru, CITROSOL exhibited the effectiveness of the company’s methods for maintaining the freshness, quality and flavour of fruit
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CITROSOL is collaborating and participating by giving a talk in the “2nd International Symposium on Discovery and Development of Innovative Strategies for Postharvest Disease Management” in Turkey
From 28 April to 2 May 2013
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CITROSOL is participating as sponsor of the 8th International Citrus Seminar in Peru, to be held in Lima on 23 and 24 April 2013
+infoCITROSOL is sponsoring and contributing to the 7th Post-Harvest Technology and Minimal Processing Course given by Cartagena Polytechnic University from 7 to 13 March 2013
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Citrosol is taking part as speaker and sponsor in the CRI (Citrus Research International)POST-HARVEST TECHNICAL FORUM in South Africa
+infoFRUIT LOGISTICA 2013
At Fruit Logistica we confirmed that Citrosol technology and products continue to arouse great interest.
The application systems for post-harvest treatment that Citrosol markets make an enormous contribution to controlling post-harvest decay and discolouration
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Citrosol has launched QUACIDE PQ60 EC, a new disinfectant for cleaning and disinfection of packinghouses
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Citrosol’s presence and activities at the International Citrus Congress which ended recently were a huge success
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CITROSOL is giving a seminar at the International Citrus Congress in Valencia on 20 November in room 5 from 18:30 to 20:30h.
+infoPRODUCTOS CITROSOL will be present at FRUIT ATTRACTION 2012. Visit us at stand 3F05A
+infoThe European Union modifies the Maximun Residue Limit for DDAC and BAC
+infoCitrosol’s Annual General Meeting was held on 16 June 2012 to present the accounts for the year 2011 to the company’s shareholders for approval.
+infoCITROSOL still en-route for growth.
The Valencian firm maintains the progressive tendency of recent years.
+infoCITROSOL will be DIAMOND SPONSOR in the XII International Citrus Congress 2012 that will be held in Valencia Conference Centre, Spain, from November 18th to 23rd 2012 under the theme “Citrus and Health”.
+infoIT´S NEVER BEEN SO CHEAP AND EASY TO DISINFECT EFFECTIVELY.
CITROSOL has developed GLOCUAT PC+X3 NEBULIZER, major innovation to solve packinghouse disinfection.
+infoCITROSOL will be present at the Almería Model International Fair: Agriculture and Food Safety, which will be held at the Almería Chamber of Commerce Exhibition and Conference Centre (Roquetas de Mar).
+infoCITROSOL is sponsoring and contributing to the International Post-HarvestTechnology and Minimal Processing Course given by CartagenaPolytechnic University from 22 to 28 March 2012.
+infoYES, the use of disinfectants and detergents in packinghouses is authorized.
+info.At Citrosol we believe in INNOVATION: Citrosol is taking part in the conference on innovation which is to be held in Gandia.
+infoCITROSOL is sponsoring the Plant Health Professionals’ Encounter which is to take place on 7 and 8 March at Valencia Polytechnic University.
+infoFRUITLOGISTICA 2012_Great success of the CITROSOL ZERO SPILL SYSTEM® and CITROSOL UE WAXES.
+infoCitrosol will be present at FRUITLOGISTICA 2012 THE WORLD OF FRESH PRODUCE
+infoDiscover new FORTISOL Ca Plus water-soluble salts of Ca, K and P that produce greater stimulation of the fruit’s natural defences against active pathogens in postharvest treatment of citrus.
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Julio Marín Borras, Director of International Operations at CITROSOL will speak at a talk organized by the Cercle de la Safor d'Economía.
+infoFruit Attraction has been the gathering place to convey the success we're having with our Zero Waste System (Vertido Cero®) since its development almost two years ago.
+infoCITROSOL are to exhibit at Fruit Attraction 2011.
+infoA new function for vitamin C in alzheimer´s disease.
+info"CITROSOL diversifies to other products"
+infoWe are trying to ensure that there is no gap between the business philosophy that we present and the way that we behave.
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