Orion Industrial Ventures

Orion Industrial Ventures (OIV) is a corporate venture capital arm that invests in companies developing technologies for industrial decarbonization and sustainable supply. The firm targets innovations that address environmental impacts within industrial processes, particularly in metals and materials, fostering both environmental benefit and economic viability.

Founded in 2013 as part of Orion Resource Partners, Orion Industrial Ventures was established to support technological advancements transforming traditional industries. John Frayman serves as a Managing Partner, guiding OIV’s strategy. The firm emerged from an insight into the critical need for innovation to enhance efficiency and environmental stewardship in resource-intensive operations.

OIV’s portfolio companies serve foundational global industries by providing technologies for their evolution. The firm's mission is to cultivate an ecosystem of innovators dedicated to advancing industrial sustainability. Through strategic investments, OIV aims to accelerate the adoption of new methods and materials that contribute to a cleaner, more efficient, and enduring global industrial economy.