At Utrecht Holdings we license inventions to companies. This is how we bring our inventions to the global stage.
Once an invention has been assessed for impact and commercial potential, we explore the most suitable route to market. This could mean partnering with an existing company, or forming a new venture, a spin-off. In either case, our goal is to ensure your invention reaches the right environment to thrive.
Before we grant a license, we evaluate whether the partner, existing company or spin-off, is in a strong position to bring the invention to market. Minimum requirements typically include:
Most of our collaborations result in a license agreement. Even in the case of a spin-off, a license is usually the preferred structure to transfer rights. Equity is only considered in exceptional cases, and typically as a complementary mechanism to licensing.
License agreements are tailored to each case, but commonly cover:
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No. Our standard approach is to license the technology to the spin-off. Equity is only taken in exceptional cases, for example when the IP is still undefined, or when significant financial support is provided by the institution.
No. We license both to established companies and to newly created spin-offs. What matters is that the licensee has the right capabilities and commitment to further develop the invention.
Licensing terms are based on several factors:
We aim for fair, balanced terms that reflect the value of the invention and encourage successful commercialisation.
If a potential licensee (e.g. a spin-off in formation) doesn’t yet meet our criteria, we may offer guidance or refer them to appropriate support services. However, we only enter into license agreements when there is a clear and credible plan in place.