# RedBlue holds first close on second fund targeting at least $50 million

_Published Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 3:36 PM EST · Capital · Latest · Tier 2 — Notable_

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RedBlue Capital has held a first close on its second fund, which founder Olaf Sakkers says will total at least $50 million, TechCrunch reported. The firm backs robotics, logistics, manufacturing and energy companies. Its second fund draws backing from family offices and institutions.

RedBlue writes checks of $50,000 to $100,000, mostly joining rounds led by other investors. Sakkers says 15 of its 28 investments have been marked up. With just one exit, an acqui-hire, most gains from the first fund remain on paper and unrealized.

## Sources

- [Venture Capital News | TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/11/11/olaf-sakkers-is-betting-he-can-beat-the-emerging-manager-squeeze/)

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Published: 2026-11-11T20:36:15.570Z
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