Commonplace
Venture Round in 2023
Commonplace is a developer of a citizen engagement platform focused on enhancing local planning and development processes. The company enables communities to actively participate in shaping their environments by allowing residents to comment on local issues, engage in planning discussions, and influence development projects. Through its platform, Commonplace facilitates ongoing communication between developers, city managers, and communities, moving beyond traditional, one-off consultations. This approach not only helps identify community needs and concerns but also fosters collaboration and co-design of solutions. Additionally, the platform provides real-time analytics to track community sentiment and social impact, enabling governments and developers to respond more effectively to public input. By simplifying local participation, Commonplace aims to create stronger connections between citizens and decision-makers, ultimately benefiting all stakeholders involved in the urban planning process.
Qualis Flow
Series A in 2023
Qualis Flow Limited is a construction technology company based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2018. It offers the Q.Flow platform, which assists construction teams in tracking, analyzing, and responding to environmental risks. By integrating data from various external systems, the platform facilitates the connection of traditional data within the framework of the Internet of Things. Qualis Flow aims to help contractors and major projects effectively manage their social and environmental impact, enabling better communication with stakeholders. Through automated data collection and analysis, the Q.Flow platform allows contractors to save time, reduce costs, and enhance their reputation in their local communities. The company is currently collaborating with early adopters during its development phase.
Demand Logic
Seed Round in 2022
Demand Logic is a developer of a building analytics platform that leverages data from building management systems and Internet of Things devices to enhance property management. The platform delivers real-time insights that help property managers and building contractors identify cost-saving opportunities and address operational issues swiftly. By focusing on carbon and energy management, cost reduction, staff health and well-being, insurance risk management, and fault identification, Demand Logic enables property owners and facility managers to assess property performance effectively, rank it accordingly, and detect major defects or unfinished work during the commissioning process. The company's approach aims to simplify building management while providing measurable benefits in a short timeframe.
Oxbury is the United Kingdom's only specialist agricultural bank, dedicated solely to supporting the rural economy. The bank offers tailored lending solutions to farmers, addressing their unique financial needs for operational efficiency, especially during critical periods such as before and after harvests. In addition to lending, Oxbury provides savings accounts for individuals and businesses interested in investing in British agriculture. With a deep understanding of the agricultural sector, Oxbury engages directly with farmers to comprehend their challenges, allowing the bank to make informed and timely credit decisions. This focus enables farmers to minimize administrative burdens and concentrate on their core agricultural activities.
Dayta AI
Seed Round in 2022
Dayta AI Limited is a Hong Kong-based software company founded in 2018 that specializes in data analytics and artificial intelligence solutions for offline retailers. The company develops retail analytics software as a service (SaaS) products, leveraging cloud computing, machine learning, and big data technologies. Its flagship product, Cyclops, is a cloud-based AI solution that utilizes any RTSP-connected camera to gather, analyze, and interpret real-time data about customer behavior. Through the application of artificial intelligence and facial recognition technology, Dayta AI enables retailers to track consumer facial expressions and in-store activities, providing valuable insights that help clients understand customer interactions and optimize their retail environments.
Pupil
Corporate Round in 2022
Pupil, founded in 2019, is a spatial data company that captures and publishes 3‑dimensional information about real‑world interiors on an industrial scale. Its technology raises industry standards by digitising interiors with unprecedented accuracy and consistency. The company’s first brand, Spec, provides transparent, insured, and accurate assets for sales and lettings, while its second brand, Stak, offers commercial asset managers and service providers an all‑in‑one solution to rapidly create digital twins and unlock value across the commercial real‑estate value chain. Pupil’s platform leverages volumetric and spatial datasets to generate robust 3‑D data sets, enabling real‑estate professionals to capture, deliver, and optimise portfolios at scale.
Electriq Power
Venture Round in 2021
Electriq Power, Inc. is a technology company based in San Leandro, California, specializing in energy storage solutions. Founded in 2014, the company develops both hardware and software systems aimed at facilitating the clean energy transition. Its product lineup includes the IQ Inverter, IQ Storage, IQ System, PowerPod, Stalwart IQ System, and PV Link, which cater to the energy storage needs of homeowners, solar installers, home builders, and utilities. Electriq Power's solutions are designed to provide reliable and cost-effective clean energy, ensuring continuous power availability even during outages and adverse weather conditions. The company markets its products through distributors and has systems deployed across North America, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient energy landscape.
NearSt is a retail technology company based in London, England, established on July 4, 2015. The company focuses on bridging the gap between online and physical shopping by providing a platform that allows retailers to display live in-store inventory to local shoppers. This service enables retailers, particularly small businesses, to enhance their visibility on major online platforms such as Google and Facebook. By showcasing real-time inventory, NearSt helps convert online shoppers into in-store customers, thereby supporting physical retailers in expanding their reach and attracting foot traffic.
H3 Dynamics
Series B in 2018
H3 Dynamics develops hydrogen-based propulsion and energy solutions for aerospace and defense, including hydrogen-electric fuel cell systems for airport operations and aircraft, with applications from extending the range of small electric UAS to powering MW-scale passenger aircraft, and on-site hydrogen production and refueling for airports and remote drone operators. The company also designs telerobotics drones and cloud-based analytics that convert imagery, video, LiDAR, and other sensor data into expert-validated inspection reports for asset owners, operators, contractors, and financial services firms, enabling real-time response and actionable insights. With more than 16 years of research and development experience, H3 Dynamics maintains a global footprint across multiple regions.
EZSize.com
Venture Round in 2000
EZsize.com is a universal smart-sizing service.