PRESS RELEASE

Eindhoven and Uden, 12 November 2026 – On November 2, 2026, ECFG Ventures III acquired a minority stake in Oté, an internationally active Dutch specialist in contact lens care and eye care products. Through this investment, both parties aim to further expand Oté’s international market position and strengthen the organisation for its next phase of growth.

The combination of specialist product knowledge, high-quality manufacturing and a strong international customer base makes Oté an attractive investment for ECFG. As an active minority shareholder, ECFG supports the company with capital, strategic expertise and a strong network.

Dutch expertise with international reach
Founded in 1979, Oté has grown from a family business into an internationally active developer and manufacturer of contact lens solutions, eye drops, eye sprays and related products. From its own development and manufacturing facilities in Uden, the company serves customers in markets including Europe and the United States.

In addition to offering products under its own brands, Oté develops and manufactures products for international optical retail chains and other market players, which sell them under their own labels.

The international eye care market offers further growth opportunities, driven in part by ageing populations and increasing awareness of eye health. Stringent quality and certification requirements create significant barriers to entry. With its specialist expertise, manufacturing capacity and established customer relationships, Oté is well positioned for further growth.

ECFG sees opportunities for international expansion
Oté aligns closely with the investment strategy of ECFG Ventures III, which focuses on technology-driven companies with a distinctive market position and international growth potential.

ECFG sees opportunities to further expand Oté’s commercial activities while strengthening its operational organisation. Working alongside the management team, ECFG will focus on optimising manufacturing and logistics processes, further professionalising the organisation and capitalising on new market opportunities.

“Oté is well positioned for further international growth, thanks to its specialist knowledge, high-quality manufacturing and long-standing customer relationships,” says Hans Bloemen, Managing Director at ECFG. “We see considerable opportunities to build on this position. By combining our experience in professionalising and scaling businesses with the entrepreneurial spirit within Oté, we can create value together. This is exactly the type of company we aim to invest in through Ventures III.”

A new chapter for the family business
With ECFG joining as a shareholder, Oté is taking the next step in its development. Rob Oorthuizen, a second-generation member of the family business and its managing director for many years, has focused on business development, international customer relationships and product development since the appointment of CEO Jeroen Walraven. Walraven is leading the continued professionalisation and growth of the organisation.

“Over nearly fifty years, Oté has grown from a Dutch family business into a company with customers around the world,” says Rob Oorthuizen, shareholder and Director Business Development at Oté. “We continue to see considerable opportunities for further growth. In ECFG, we have found a partner who shares our ambitions and brings the experience needed to support that growth, while preserving the quality, flexibility and customer focus that define Oté.”

Jeroen Walraven, CEO of Oté, adds: “We want to further strengthen our international position while ensuring that our organisation is ready for the future. ECFG helps us translate our strategic ambitions into concrete actions. Together, we are building a solid foundation for further growth and innovation.”

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About Oté

Oté is a Dutch developer and manufacturer of high-quality contact lens care and eye care products. Founded in 1979, the company is based in Uden, where its own development and manufacturing facilities are located. Oté supplies products under its own brands and also develops and manufactures products for international optical retail chains, distributors and other market players. With a strong focus on quality, innovation and tailored solutions, Oté serves customers across a range of international markets.

For more information: https://ote.nl/

Contact information Oté
Jeroen Walraven – CEO
Jwalraven@ote.nl | +31 (0)413 26 31 03