June 4, 2026

Orbit advises Merantix on the final closing of its AI Fund above exceeding capital commitments of EUR 100m.

Merantix Capital has successfully reached the final closing of its AI Fund – well exceeding capital commitments of EUR 100m. The investor base includes KPMG, Jungheinrich AG as well as a range of well-known institutional investors and family offices.

Orbit’s GP team advised on the fund’s formation and structuring, including its legal, tax and regulatory setup, and led investor negotiations.

Team

Dr. Simon Schachinger (Lead Partner, Fund Structuring), Marven Unewisse (Senior Fund Associate, Corporate, Investor Onboarding),  Dr. Laurin Kühn (Senior Fund Associate, Tax), Sebastian Pavone (Senior Fund Operations Officer, Investor Onboarding), Louise Hertz (Fund Associate, Regulatory).

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About Merantix Capital

As a Berlin-based company builder and AI pioneer, Merantix builds, invests in, and scales artificial intelligence ventures across Europe, supporting founders from idea stage through early growth. Visit the website for more information: Merantix Capital

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Dr. Simon Schachinger

Founder and Partner
Fund Structuring
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Marven Unewisse

Senior Fund Associate
Investor Onboarding
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Dr. Laurin Kühn

Senior Fund Associate, Certified Tax Advisor
Tax
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Sebastian Pavone

Senior Fund Operations Officer
Investor Onboarding
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Louise Hertz

Fund Associate
Regulatory
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