Development of Products and Technologies for the Prevention and/or Suppression of Forest Fires
Big Idea
Hephaesnus is an R&D company dedicated to developing new non-toxic chemicals for safer, more effective and more sustainable firefighting. It was with this aim in mind that Sallus Fire Retardant was created: a sustainable, non-toxic fire retardant that is easy to apply and clean, ensuring total protection against the spread of flames and the transfer of heat from flames to other materials. The team includes several PhDs specialising in the formulation of sustainable chemicals with high added value.
Activity Highlights
- Backed by Portugal Ventures in 2023
- Backed by IM Gestão de Ativos in 2025
- Selected by FIRE-RES as one of the most innovative companies in the fight against forest fires
- Awarded the Intellectual Property Prize by Patentree at a Startup Braga event
Team
Amaro Martins – CEO; Henrique Bastos – Co-CEO.
Portugal Ventures’ Investment Manager
