🚀 Grover Raises €50M in Financing
Grover, a leader in rental commerce for consumer electronics, has secured €50M in a bridge financing round. This funding round saw participation from Cool Japan Fund (CJF) and existing investors like Energy Impact Partners, Korelya, Augmentum, and Circularity Capital. This new investment will support Grover's mission to make technology accessible and sustainable, fueling the company’s global growth plans.
🌍 Expanding Beyond Europe
Grover's interim CEO, Linda Rubin, emphasized the company's evolution since its founding nearly a decade ago. "Grover has developed from a pioneer in the rental market into a true and indispensable player," she said. The investment from CJF highlights Grover's growing influence beyond Europe. Rubin added, "Grover has reached the operational break-even point and can continue to focus on responsible growth." Grover plans to expand its offerings in both the B2C and B2B sectors, leveraging this new capital.
📈 Grover's Circular Economy Mission
The €50M will help Grover accelerate its shift towards a circular economy, aiming for positive and sustainable growth. The company's approach to making technology more accessible aligns with CJF’s goals of promoting Japanese quality products sustainably. CJF CEO Kenichi Kawasaki sees "enormous potential in the subscription-based rental market for consumer electronics" and views Grover as a perfect partner to promote Japanese technology in Europe.
📊 Grover's Growth Trajectory
Grover, founded in 2013, has secured over €1.4B in total financing and employs over 300 people. The company is one of Europe's fastest-growing scale-ups. CJF's investment is expected to further enhance Grover's profitability and market reach. Kawasaki stated, "We are pleased to support Grover’s experienced team in its next phase of growth," aiming to contribute to a long-term shift in technology use. Grover's innovative model continues to attract investors and inspire a new approach to technology consumption.
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