The company is on a mission to electrify the world's 20+ million heavy-duty machines, which emit 3.2 Giga tons of CO2, more than all of India.

Why it matters…

• 4QT Holding AG has successfully closed a CHF1.9 million pre-seed funding round, setting the stage for the first commercial demonstration of high-performance, carbon-neutral drives for the hard-to-abate construction industry and heavy machinery.
• 4QT's solutions, standardised to the demands of heavy machinery, marry high-energy efficiency with cost-effectiveness, even where space and budget are constrained.
• In addition to being harmful to the environment, emissions are bad business as cities penalise emissions when procuring construction contractors.
• Recognising the environmental and business implications of emissions, 4QT presents a solution for OEMs facing challenges in electrification.

Zurich, CH - December 12th - 4QT Holding AG, today announced its pre-seed funding closure of CHF1.9 million. Led by Unruly Capital, a new investment firm curating companies at the frontiers of what's possible today, the round further included Tiny Supercomputer Investment Company, Climate Capital and Ciri Ventures. Proceeds will be used towards the first commercial demonstration of the high-performance, carbon neutral drives for construction industry and heavy machinery.

“The heavy machinery industry, a significant and hard-to-abate contributor to global CO2 emissions, is at a pivotal juncture. 4QT's efficient electrification approach offers both environmental benefits and a strategic advantage in this evolving sector.”

“Aligned with the decisive decade of climate action underscored at COP28, 4QT's approach harnesses operational efficiency and economic advantages as pivotal drivers for achieving substantial emission reductions. This commitment aligns with the 43% reduction target by 2030 set by the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, positioning 4QT at the forefront of technological innovation in the heavy machinery sector, contributing meaningfully to the global effort against climate change.”

“4QT is committed to a vision where advanced electric drive technology propels both environmental sustainability and economic efficiency, serving the needs of our industry partners.”, said Marc M. Vetter, Technical Co-Founder and CEO of 4QT.

“Electrification is happening faster than most people would expect, and will touch many areas that people deemed too hard to electrify. The team at 4QT saw this and was able to act early positioning themselves as a key player in electrifying heavy machinery. We love bold and ambitious teams with stringent courageous visions, of a more sustainable, yet commercially viable future. So it was a perfect match for Unruly to lead this round.” said Stefano Bernardi, Managing Partner at Unruly Capital.

About 4QT:

4QT specializes in high-power drives for heavy equipment. The CEO, an MIT-trained powertrain expert, leads a team including a manufacturing veteran from RollsRoyce and Rocketsan and a former global product lead at construction giant Hilti. Their advisory board boasts experienced minds from SpaceX, Wacker Neuson, and Rimac.

Contact:

4QT Holding AG: ([email protected])