Plasmateria

Novel high-performance coating technology replacing hard chrome (chromium VI) for demanding inner-surface applications.

Customer base and partners: several major European arms manufacturers

What it does: plasma-based coatings engineered for performance and durability in highly demanding environments.

Why it matters: regulatory pressure and sustainability needs accelerate replacement of legacy materials; high-performance coatings are strategic for industrial capability in both, civil and military applications.

Sparring’s role: commercialization pathway, strategic partnerships and execution support.

Milestone: Co-invested by global market leader in performance coatings and imminent roll-out with major European defence players

Co-Investors: Oerlikon, United Angels

Founded: 2021
Backed by Sparring since: 2026
Sparring Lead: Dominic Nowotny