Matthias Schanze

General Partner, Rethink Ventures
Matthias Schanze is an operator-turned-investor with 15+ years building Siemens-related corporate-startup platforms (Beyond1435, Next47 Catalyst), specializing in Seed–Series A mobility, transportation and logistics, and structuring partnerships with large incumbents.
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About Matthias Schanze

Matthias Schanze co-founded Rethink Ventures after 15+ years building corporate-startup collaboration platforms at Siemens-related entities, including Beyond1435 in rail and Next47 Catalyst, making him an operator-turned-investor who specializes in structuring partnerships between mobility startups and large incumbents. He focuses specifically on Seed to Series A investments in transportation, logistics, and mobility companies, bringing deep sector experience rather than the generalist approach of most venture investors.

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Rethink Ventures

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Transportation, Logistics, Climate, Energy, Robotics
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Rethink Ventures operates one of the few European funds focused exclusively on the future of transportation across mobility, logistics, and supply chain, specifically targeting asset-light, software-driven business models rather than capital-intensive vehicle manufacturing. The Munich-based fund with New York presence is led by ex-startup operators who serve as repeat lead investors in technically challenging mobility infrastructure startups and corporate mobility platforms, positioning themselves as deeply embedded sector specialists rather than generalist climate investors.

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