Mercia Asset Management

Mercia Asset Management, established in 1982 and headquartered in Henley-in-Arden, UK, is an asset management firm specializing in growth investments. It offers a 'Complete Capital Solution' across four asset classes: venture, private equity, and debt. The company focuses on equity and debt investments in the UK, targeting sectors such as digital & digital entertainment, electronics, manufacturing, life sciences, software & e-commerce, and internet. Mercia's mission is to be the preferred choice for investors, investees, and employees, aiming to deliver superior returns for all stakeholders.

Paul Arthur

Risk and Portfolio Director

Paul Arthur

Investment Director

David Baker

Portfolio Director, MEIF

Natalia Blagburn

Portfolio Director, NEVF and EIS

Chris Borrett

Investment Director

Chris Borrett

Investment Director

Ed Bradburn

Deputy Fund Principal

Hannah Chapman

Investment Manager, MEIF

Ishaan Chilkoti

Partner

Andy Clough

Investment Manager

Ruth Coleman

Investment Manager, EIS Team

Graham Davies Ph.D

Deputy Fund Principal - NPIF

Julian Dennard

Fund Principal, EIS / MEIF

Maurice Disasi

Investment Manager

Clive Downward

Investment Director

Martin Glanfield

CFO

Andy Green

Investment Director

Alex Gwyther

Investment Manager - VCT Funds

Henry Hamilton

Investment Manager, VCT Funds

Henry Hamilton

Investment Manager

Andy Heaton

Investment Manager

Stephen Johnson

Investment Director

Robert Johnson

Investment Director

Rafael Joseph

Investment Manager

Srikar Karri

Investment Manager

Aaron Lawson-Clark

Investment Director

Warwick Ley

Investor and Operational Partner

Robin Lincoln

Operating Partner

Lee Lindley

Investment Manager, VCT Funds

Hugo Lough

Investment Director

Grahame Lunt

Investment Manager

Chris McCourt

Investment Director, NEVF

Chris McCourt

Investment Director

Kiran Mehta

Investment Manager

Jan Oosthuizen

Investment Manager, VCT Funds

Jan Oosthuizen

Investment Manager

Mark Payton

Founder and CEO

Chris Pestell

Investment Director

Rebecca Pickering

Investment Manager, PIF Debt

Rebecca Pickering

Investment Manager

Mike Rogers

Investment Director, SME Loans Fund

Mike Rogers

Investment Director

Brijesh Roy

Investment Manager

William Schaffer

Investment Director, NPIF

Alex Simpson

Investment Manager, NEVF

Connie Smith

Investment Analyst

Pete Sorsby

Deputy Fund Principal - NPIF Debt

Paul Taberner

Managing Director, Mercia Debt Funds

Andy Tyas

Investment Manager

Andy Tyas

Investment Manager, NPIF Debt

Julian Viggars

Chief Investment Officer and Board Member

Angela Warner

Managing Director, Mercia Investments

Jason Warren

Partner, VCT Funds

Adam Watts

Investment Manager, VCT Funds

Adam Watts

Investment Manager

Gary Whitaker

Investment Manager, NPIF Debt

Ian Wilson

Fund Principal

Stephen Windsor

Deputy Fund Principal

Stephen Windsor

Deputy Fund Principal

David Wright

Investment Manager, Debt

Mark Wyatt Ph.D

Investment Director

Marina Fuentes

Investment Manager

98 past transactions

Netacea

Series A in 2024
Netacea is a developer of a robust bot management platform that protects enterprises from automated threats, including account takeover, credential stuffing, and web scraping. The company's solution employs behavior-based detection and leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to effectively differentiate between bots and human users. This capability enhances the security of websites, mobile applications, and APIs while ensuring a smooth experience for legitimate users. By focusing on the detection and prevention of advanced security threats, Netacea aims to safeguard personal data and maintain operational efficiency for its clients.

Semble

Series B in 2024
Semble is a healthcare technology company that provides a comprehensive cloud-based clinical management system. This platform caters to businesses of varying sizes within the healthcare sector, ranging from individual clinicians to large enterprises. It offers software and APIs to streamline various aspects of medical practice, including administration tasks. By aggregating, structuring, and learning from data, Semble aims to enhance health outcomes for patients while benefiting both practitioners and clinical research.

Locate Bio

Venture Round in 2024
Locate Bio Limited is a regenerative medicine and device company based in Nottingham, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative solutions for tissue repair. It has created a regenerative medicine platform that utilizes Targeted, Orchestrated Signaling technology, allowing for precise therapeutic signal delivery at the site of injury. This platform offers control over microenvironmental cues for cell therapies and supports tissue repair by accommodating various therapeutic agents. The company's clinical-stage product, LDGraft, is designed for the treatment of chronic low back pain, while another product, CognitOss, is in the discovery phase for addressing antimicrobial-resistant infections. Locate Bio's products are applicable across multiple medical disciplines, including cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, dentistry, and reconstructive surgery. Originally named Locate Therapeutics Limited, the company rebranded to Locate Bio Limited in October 2018 and has been operational since 2001.

Thalia Design Automation

Venture Round in 2023
Thalia Design Automation Ltd., established in 2011 with headquarters in Bath, United Kingdom, and an engineering center in Hyderabad, India, specializes in semiconductor electronic design automation (EDA). The company offers software solutions tailored for the design of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. Their flagship products include AMALIA, a toolset for optimizing analog circuits using CAD/EDA methodologies and mathematical modeling, and EMERA, a finite element parametrisable power device design and optimization toolset. Additionally, Thalia provides custom power device development as an IP service and offers SaaS-based solutions for onsite or cloud-based access to their tools. The company also supports analog circuit porting services, enabling efficient migration and optimization of existing designs for new technologies and applications.

The One Point

Debt Financing in 2023
The One Point, based in Hull, United Kingdom, is a technology services provider specializing in IT support, digital services, and mobile device management. The company offers a range of services including network management, disaster recovery, remote monitoring, and network security, aiming to provide comprehensive IT solutions for businesses.

Camena Bioscience

Series A in 2023
Camena Bioscience is a synthetic biology company based in Cambridge, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the development of advanced nucleic acid synthesis technologies that enhance the quality and speed of DNA, RNA, and XNA synthesis. By utilizing a novel multi-enzymatic approach, Camena's technology offers improved accuracy compared to traditional Phosphoramidite synthesis methods. This innovative platform enables clients to efficiently create and test new synthetic biology applications at competitive costs, thereby facilitating the advancement of various technologies in the market.

Medherant

Venture Round in 2023
Medherant Limited is a clinical-stage company based in Coventry, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative treatments for pain and central nervous system diseases through advanced transdermal drug delivery technology. Founded in 2014 by Professor David Haddleton and the University of Warwick, the company has created the TEPI Patch, a novel transdermal system that utilizes a unique adhesive designed to improve drug loading capacity and enhance delivery efficiency. This technology addresses limitations found in current patch systems, which often struggle with drug loading, as well as issues associated with creams and gels, such as inadequate dose control. Medherant aims to provide patients with effective medication delivery solutions that minimize complications linked to traditional oral administration.

Newcells Biotech

Series A in 2023
Newcells Biotech Limited is a biotechnology company specializing in the production of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and their differentiation into various cell and tissue types for research and development purposes. Founded in 2014 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, the company offers a diverse portfolio of off-the-shelf iPSC-derived cell lines, including custom iPSCs generated from patient tissues, neural progenitor cells, cardiomyocytes, and various somatic cell types. Newcells Biotech focuses on providing high-quality cells and development services, including tissue sourcing and bespoke differentiation, to support customers engaged in drug discovery, pre-clinical development, and disease mechanism investigation. The company's platform also aims to create in vitro cell-based assays that closely replicate human physiology, enhancing the prediction of safety, pharmacology, and efficacy in drug testing.

HowNow

Series A in 2023
HowNow Ltd is an EdTech company based in Barking, United Kingdom, founded in 2016. It operates an e-learning platform that connects experts and learners through interactive live video lessons. The platform facilitates real-time communication between teachers and students, allowing for face-to-face instruction across various subjects, including arts, business, music, health, languages, and culinary arts. With a network of over 400 experts teaching in 33 countries, HowNow aims to create immersive learning experiences that replicate in-person interactions. Additionally, the platform employs artificial intelligence to tailor learning recommendations to the needs of companies and their employees, enhancing productivity and skill development.

Send

Series A in 2022
Send Technology Solutions is an InsurTech company that offers insurance software solutions that automate operations and tasks for underwriters. It is a desktop for underwriters for managing new businesses, renewals, and endorsements - all in a single place. The modular Send Insurance Platform unlocks opportunities and provides a competitive advantage.

Flabba

Series B in 2022
Flabba is a developer of a business communication application focused on enhancing online video communication. The company's platform integrates with standard videoconferencing software, providing users with features that facilitate appointment booking, document management, meeting recording, and report generation. This comprehensive approach enables professionals to collaborate effectively with colleagues across various locations while managing projects from inception to completion. Additionally, Flabba's solutions aim to address practical operational and commercial challenges, ultimately reducing the carbon footprint associated with recruitment processes and saving companies both time and money. Through its innovative video-enabled business applications, Flabba enhances productivity, visibility, and profitability for its clients.

Nova Pangaea Technologies (NPT)

Venture Round in 2022
NPT is a cleantech company that has developed a revolutionary process technology called REFNOVA. REFNOVA allows customers to converts non-food plant residues into sustainable products such as biochar, activated carbon, biofuel, biopolymers and biochemicals. Our products help customers replace fossil based products and enable decarbonisation.

Axis Spine Technologies

Series A in 2022
Axis Spine Technologies Ltd is a medical device company specializing in the development of spinal implants for anterior lumbar fixation. Incorporated in 2016 and based in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, the company offers innovative products such as modular fusion cage technology, which facilitates atraumatic insertion. The implants are designed to enhance intra-operative correction capabilities while minimizing the risks often associated with traditional devices, such as structural damage and complications leading to subsidence. By allowing for less forceful insertion compared to conventional implants, Axis Spine Technologies aims to improve surgical precision and patient outcomes in spinal fusion procedures.

Enate

Venture Round in 2022
Enate Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in providing enterprise software for the business process outsourcing and shared service markets globally. The company offers a SaaS-based Robotic Service Orchestration platform designed to streamline service delivery and management across human, digital, and hybrid workforces. This platform facilitates the automation of workflows, performance measurement, and compliance management, ensuring that services are delivered consistently and meet quality standards. Enate's solutions include tools for ticketing management, case administration, and real-time performance dashboards, which enhance visibility and control over service operations. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Cheltenham, United Kingdom, with an additional office in Bengaluru, India, Enate supports its clients through various services, including audit reviews, continuous improvement initiatives, and technology implementation.

CyberOwl

Series A in 2022
CyberOwl Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Richmond, United Kingdom, specializes in developing advanced network security software solutions. The company offers a scalable early-warning system that provides real-time monitoring of high-value targets to detect malicious behavior and cyber threats. Its technology platform enhances visibility and compliance for systems across distributed remote maritime environments and critical national infrastructure. By utilizing a modular, distributed architecture designed for intermittent connectivity and remote management, CyberOwl enables asset operators, regardless of their cyber expertise, to effectively monitor asset behavior, quickly identify potential threats, and ensure compliance, thereby supporting the security of their operations.

SERG Technologies

Seed Round in 2022
SERG Technologies is focused on transforming the interaction between users and technology through the development of advanced wearables that facilitate activity tracking, health and fitness monitoring, and gesture recognition for smart devices. The company utilizes innovative sensors capable of detecting subtle movements that reflect a user's intent, which are then converted into control signals for a variety of devices, including televisions and smart prosthetics, ensuring rapid response times. Additionally, SERG is committed to enhancing the lives of individuals with Parkinson's disease by creating a digital health platform that provides continuous, personalized assessments of symptoms. This platform delivers actionable insights that empower patients to manage their conditions more effectively, thereby improving their mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. SERG Technologies aims to make gesture control technology accessible and user-friendly for everyone.

Cloud8

Venture Round in 2022
Cloud8 is a developer of cloud-based employee benefits software tailored for corporate advisers. The company offers an intuitive platform that allows employee benefit consultancy businesses, financial risk management advisers, and insurers to digitize their operations and enhance their service offerings. By providing affordable digital benefits, exceptional support, comprehensive reporting, and effective communication tools, Cloud8 aims to improve the employee experience, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises. The platform enables users to boost engagement and streamline processes, ultimately contributing to the growth of their clients' businesses.

Netacea

Series A in 2022
Netacea is a developer of a robust bot management platform that protects enterprises from automated threats, including account takeover, credential stuffing, and web scraping. The company's solution employs behavior-based detection and leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to effectively differentiate between bots and human users. This capability enhances the security of websites, mobile applications, and APIs while ensuring a smooth experience for legitimate users. By focusing on the detection and prevention of advanced security threats, Netacea aims to safeguard personal data and maintain operational efficiency for its clients.

CyberOwl

Venture Round in 2022
CyberOwl Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Richmond, United Kingdom, specializes in developing advanced network security software solutions. The company offers a scalable early-warning system that provides real-time monitoring of high-value targets to detect malicious behavior and cyber threats. Its technology platform enhances visibility and compliance for systems across distributed remote maritime environments and critical national infrastructure. By utilizing a modular, distributed architecture designed for intermittent connectivity and remote management, CyberOwl enables asset operators, regardless of their cyber expertise, to effectively monitor asset behavior, quickly identify potential threats, and ensure compliance, thereby supporting the security of their operations.

COHO

Pre Seed Round in 2022
COHO specializes in property management software tailored for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), focusing on effortless management, tenant compatibility, and reduced vacancy rates. The platform utilizes AI-driven automation to streamline various tasks, including tenancy agreement management, rent collection, and inventory management. By connecting compatible tenants, COHO aims to alleviate the anxieties young professionals face when living in shared housing, fostering a positive co-living experience. The company's services are designed to ensure that tenants not only find a suitable home but also reside with like-minded individuals, encouraging longer tenancies. COHO's goal is to simplify the complexities of HMO management for property investors, promoting high-quality co-living arrangements that enhance the overall living experience.

Aceleron

Series A in 2022
Aceleron Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in the development and transformation of end-of-life lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles into energy storage solutions. Founded in 2016 and located in Hayes, the company focuses on collecting lithium battery waste, testing and grading batteries for reuse, and providing modular battery assembly hardware. Aceleron aims to facilitate the global transition to cleaner energy by creating innovative storage technologies that allow for easy servicing of lithium battery packs and the upgrading of their capabilities. By enabling the continuous repurposing of energy cells, Aceleron helps users avoid high costs associated with disposal and encourages sustainable practices. The company's efforts are designed to empower communities, particularly in developing regions, to utilize discarded batteries for renewable energy production, thereby contributing to a reduction in reliance on fossil fuels.

Broker Insights

Series A in 2021
Broker Insights Limited is a prominent provider of data analytics and market insights tailored for the global commercial insurance industry. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Dundee, United Kingdom, the company operates an innovative online platform that connects insurers with regional brokers, enhancing collaboration and efficiency. The award-winning Broker Insights Vision™ platform standardizes commercial insurance market data, allowing brokers to utilize advanced analytics tools for data exploration and strategic decision-making. This facilitates improved interactions with insurers, ultimately boosting operational efficiency and profitability. Additionally, the company offers Vision Enterprise, a customizable solution for larger national and global brokers, which enhances their ability to adapt the platform to their specific market needs. Broker Insights expanded its operations into the United States in 2023, further solidifying its position in the commercial insurance landscape.

Warwick Acoustics

Venture Round in 2021
Warwick Acoustics, established in 2002 and based in Nuneaton, UK, specialises in the development and manufacture of high-resolution audio systems. The company is renowned for its patented High Precision Electrostatic Laminate (HPEL) technology, which enables ultra-thin, lightweight speakers delivering superior audiophile performance across an extensive bandwidth. Warwick Acoustics focuses on creating innovative audio solutions for both the headphone market and the automotive industry, with a particular emphasis on enhancing the in-car audio experience within electric vehicles. Their products are designed from scratch to provide the best personal audio listening experience, while also promoting sustainability through the use of mass-upcycled and recyclable materials.

UK Landscapes

Venture Round in 2021
UK Landscapes is a British company specialising in comprehensive grounds maintenance services for various sectors including supermarkets, facilities management, construction, utilities, and public institutions. Their offerings encompass landscape construction, arboricultural care, winter gritting services, ensuring cost-effective upkeep for clients across the UK at both local and national levels.

Forensic Analytics

Venture Round in 2021
Forensic Analytics, located in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, specializes in data analytics software that supports law enforcement and government agencies in their investigative efforts. The company's technology focuses on cell site analysis, offering tools for communications data cleansing, analytics, and mapping. This innovative software enables users to process, query, and present mobile phone call records, facilitating the analysis of complex and diverse data sets. By providing these capabilities, Forensic Analytics has played a crucial role in the successful prosecution of sophisticated criminal networks in the UK, particularly in addressing issues such as county line drug dealing. The company’s solutions are designed to produce reports that meet evidential standards, enhancing the effectiveness of investigations and legal proceedings.

Pimberly

Series B in 2021
Pimberly is a cloud-based software as a service (SaaS) platform specializing in product information management (PIM), digital asset management (DAM), and workflow solutions. It is designed to accommodate an unlimited number of SKUs and data feeds, making it ideal for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. The platform enables users to efficiently manage all product data, assets, and attributes through a modern browser interface. Pimberly also facilitates automatic interfaces with suppliers, customers, resellers, and various internal systems, streamlining operations and supporting new market opportunities. Its scalable architecture allows businesses to enhance their product management capabilities effectively.

CitizenMe

Venture Round in 2021
CitizenMe is a pioneering company that transforms the global personal data marketplace by empowering individuals to take control of their digital information. It enables users, referred to as "citizens," to collect and manage copies of their personal data, utilizing artificial intelligence to derive insights that can be exchanged with organizations, brands, and health researchers for equitable compensation. This platform ensures that all data exchanges are explicitly permissioned and comply with GDPR regulations, providing organizations with verified personal data and consumer insights on demand. CitizenMe generates revenue through transaction fees associated with these data exchanges. The company has developed a secure technology infrastructure, with all data stored on users' smartphones, where personal insight algorithms operate. Additionally, CitizenMe is actively researching advanced privacy technologies, including Differential Privacy and Homomorphic Encryption. Its diverse clientele includes major consumer brands, banks, retailers, energy companies, advertising agencies, charities, government departments, and data regulators.

Locate Bio

Venture Round in 2021
Locate Bio Limited is a regenerative medicine and device company based in Nottingham, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative solutions for tissue repair. It has created a regenerative medicine platform that utilizes Targeted, Orchestrated Signaling technology, allowing for precise therapeutic signal delivery at the site of injury. This platform offers control over microenvironmental cues for cell therapies and supports tissue repair by accommodating various therapeutic agents. The company's clinical-stage product, LDGraft, is designed for the treatment of chronic low back pain, while another product, CognitOss, is in the discovery phase for addressing antimicrobial-resistant infections. Locate Bio's products are applicable across multiple medical disciplines, including cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, dentistry, and reconstructive surgery. Originally named Locate Therapeutics Limited, the company rebranded to Locate Bio Limited in October 2018 and has been operational since 2001.

Sense Biodetection

Series B in 2021
Sense Biodetection Limited is a molecular diagnostics company based in Abingdon, United Kingdom, established in 2013. The company specializes in developing user-centered, handheld diagnostic tests aimed at enhancing healthcare decisions and processes, particularly in the areas of infections and oncology. Its flagship product, True Point-of-Care, utilizes advanced molecular methods, including polymerase chain reaction (PCR), to deliver rapid and accurate results. This capability allows clinics and medical professionals to detect infections swiftly and make informed treatment decisions in a decentralized healthcare setting, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

Newcells Biotech

Venture Round in 2021
Newcells Biotech Limited is a biotechnology company specializing in the production of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and their differentiation into various cell and tissue types for research and development purposes. Founded in 2014 and based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, the company offers a diverse portfolio of off-the-shelf iPSC-derived cell lines, including custom iPSCs generated from patient tissues, neural progenitor cells, cardiomyocytes, and various somatic cell types. Newcells Biotech focuses on providing high-quality cells and development services, including tissue sourcing and bespoke differentiation, to support customers engaged in drug discovery, pre-clinical development, and disease mechanism investigation. The company's platform also aims to create in vitro cell-based assays that closely replicate human physiology, enhancing the prediction of safety, pharmacology, and efficacy in drug testing.

Soccer Manager

Venture Round in 2021
Soccer Manager Ltd. is a UK-based company that specializes in the development of online soccer management games. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Preston, the company offers a variety of titles, including Soccer Manager 2017, a single-player game, and Soccer Manager Worlds, a multiplayer experience that allows users to compete globally. The games are available on multiple platforms, including Facebook, Steam, iOS, and Android, ensuring accessibility to a diverse audience. Over its years of operation, Soccer Manager has attracted more than 25 million registered players, with over one million active users each month. The company's commitment to providing free, high-quality gaming experiences has fostered a dedicated community, particularly in regions such as South America, Indonesia, and Southern Europe. Notable developments include the launch of Soccer Manager 2015, and the introduction of Football Clash: Allstars in 2017, a real-time PvP card collecting game. Additionally, Soccer Manager is set to release Soccer Manager Crypto, a blockchain-based multiplayer football management game, further expanding its innovative offerings in the gaming industry.

Oto Health

Seed Round in 2021
Oto builds digital therapeutics for tinnitus. There are 390 million people with intrusive tinnitus around the world. Our mission to help them, by providing science-based therapy, that is accessible to all.

Axis Spine Technologies

Seed Round in 2021
Axis Spine Technologies Ltd is a medical device company specializing in the development of spinal implants for anterior lumbar fixation. Incorporated in 2016 and based in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, the company offers innovative products such as modular fusion cage technology, which facilitates atraumatic insertion. The implants are designed to enhance intra-operative correction capabilities while minimizing the risks often associated with traditional devices, such as structural damage and complications leading to subsidence. By allowing for less forceful insertion compared to conventional implants, Axis Spine Technologies aims to improve surgical precision and patient outcomes in spinal fusion procedures.

Castings Technology International

Venture Round in 2021
Castings Technology International Ltd (CTI) specializes in manufacturing and consulting services for the cast metals industry. The company offers expertise in computer process modeling, design for casting manufacture, and rapid low-volume production of precision castings. CTI's services cater to foundries, castings users, and product designers, providing essential support for metallurgical requirements. Additionally, the company engages in casting process and materials research, particularly benefiting sectors such as aerospace and other manufacturing industries. Through its comprehensive offerings, CTI enhances the capabilities and efficiency of its clients in the global supply chain.

Eyoto

Venture Round in 2021
Eyoto is a technology company focused on transforming eye care delivery through innovative tele-optometry solutions. It specializes in developing software services that include image processing, computer vision, eye-tracking, and artificial intelligence. The company offers a cloud-connected platform that enhances the efficiency of eye care practices by providing rapid power mapping and visualization of lenses. This platform allows for evidence-based dispensing experiences, facilitating improved accuracy and portability in ocular care. By leveraging its advanced technology, Eyoto aims to create a comprehensive ocular care ecosystem, making eye care more accessible and cost-effective for businesses and patients alike.

Living Map

Venture Round in 2020
Living Map Limited, established in 2010 and headquartered in Bath, UK, operates an online digital map and data platform. This platform empowers cities, businesses, and buildings to manage and communicate crucial spatial information effectively. It offers real-time features such as live positioning, live map, live location, and live routing, transforming user experiences, reducing costs, and generating revenue.

Warwick Acoustics

Venture Round in 2020
Warwick Acoustics, established in 2002 and based in Nuneaton, UK, specialises in the development and manufacture of high-resolution audio systems. The company is renowned for its patented High Precision Electrostatic Laminate (HPEL) technology, which enables ultra-thin, lightweight speakers delivering superior audiophile performance across an extensive bandwidth. Warwick Acoustics focuses on creating innovative audio solutions for both the headphone market and the automotive industry, with a particular emphasis on enhancing the in-car audio experience within electric vehicles. Their products are designed from scratch to provide the best personal audio listening experience, while also promoting sustainability through the use of mass-upcycled and recyclable materials.

Wallet.Services

Venture Round in 2020
We are the makers of SICCAR, the most cybersecure platform for organisations to collaborate by configuring and running business processes that share trusted data. SICCAR has been purposely built for cybersecure data sharing and process automation - where data security, protection, integrity and governance are addressed out of the box. Configure what you need and, within a matter of hours, you can get processes up and running. It has been designed so that you can quickly respond to changes and grow incrementally. The development of SICCAR for the Public Sector was informed in detail after our review of Distributed Ledger Technologies for the Scottish Government. As part of the world-leading CivTech accelerator programme, SICCAR has been specifically developed to address data sharing problems between public sector agencies. An award-winning platform, it was recognised in Citibank's Tech for Integrity Challenge and won the Best Cyber Breakthrough Award at the Scottish Cyber Awards 2017. Out with public sector, SICCAR is being utilised in manufacturing and resources industries to assure the integrity of supply chains and address complex manufacturing challenges. To build SICCAR we’ve taken the best bits from Distributed Ledger Technology and made it easy to use by business analysts. It has REST APIs and SDKs in order to interoperate with all the other good stuff going on. SICCAR also integrates with existing identity platforms via OpenID.

Dxcover

Seed Round in 2020
Dxcover is a clinical-stage liquid biopsy company based in Glasgow, established in 2016 by David S Palmer, Holly Butler, and Matthew Baker. The firm specializes in developing advanced diagnostics for the early detection of various cancers, focusing on Stage I and Stage II malignancies where timely intervention can significantly improve patient outcomes. Utilizing a combination of infrared spectroscopy and artificial intelligence, Dxcover's technology enables the detection of cancer from a simple blood sample, allowing for same-day diagnosis and patient stratification. This innovative approach aims to enhance treatment options and ultimately improve survival rates and quality of life for patients.

Locate Bio

Venture Round in 2020
Locate Bio Limited is a regenerative medicine and device company based in Nottingham, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative solutions for tissue repair. It has created a regenerative medicine platform that utilizes Targeted, Orchestrated Signaling technology, allowing for precise therapeutic signal delivery at the site of injury. This platform offers control over microenvironmental cues for cell therapies and supports tissue repair by accommodating various therapeutic agents. The company's clinical-stage product, LDGraft, is designed for the treatment of chronic low back pain, while another product, CognitOss, is in the discovery phase for addressing antimicrobial-resistant infections. Locate Bio's products are applicable across multiple medical disciplines, including cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, dentistry, and reconstructive surgery. Originally named Locate Therapeutics Limited, the company rebranded to Locate Bio Limited in October 2018 and has been operational since 2001.

StaffCircle

Seed Round in 2020
StaffCircle Ltd is a software as a service (SaaS) company that specializes in employee engagement and productivity solutions. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Leicester, United Kingdom, the company offers a comprehensive platform designed to support both desk and non-desk workers across various sectors, including manufacturing, recruitment, logistics, civil engineering, retail, services, and healthcare. The platform integrates multiple functionalities such as performance management, people and time management, and task management, facilitating effective communication and consistent processes between management and employees. By combining tools for performance reviews, real-time feedback, and recognition, StaffCircle aims to enhance employee experience and drive greater engagement and productivity within organizations.

CyberOwl

Venture Round in 2020
CyberOwl Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Richmond, United Kingdom, specializes in developing advanced network security software solutions. The company offers a scalable early-warning system that provides real-time monitoring of high-value targets to detect malicious behavior and cyber threats. Its technology platform enhances visibility and compliance for systems across distributed remote maritime environments and critical national infrastructure. By utilizing a modular, distributed architecture designed for intermittent connectivity and remote management, CyberOwl enables asset operators, regardless of their cyber expertise, to effectively monitor asset behavior, quickly identify potential threats, and ensure compliance, thereby supporting the security of their operations.

Axis Spine Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Axis Spine Technologies Ltd is a medical device company specializing in the development of spinal implants for anterior lumbar fixation. Incorporated in 2016 and based in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, the company offers innovative products such as modular fusion cage technology, which facilitates atraumatic insertion. The implants are designed to enhance intra-operative correction capabilities while minimizing the risks often associated with traditional devices, such as structural damage and complications leading to subsidence. By allowing for less forceful insertion compared to conventional implants, Axis Spine Technologies aims to improve surgical precision and patient outcomes in spinal fusion procedures.

Gentronix

Venture Round in 2020
Gentronix Limited, established in 1999 and based in Alderley Edge, UK, specializes in predictive toxicology services for the chemical sector. The company offers products and services such as predictive genotoxicity screening, regulatory genotoxicity studies, skin sensitization testing, and flow cytometry services to help clients across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, agrochemicals, and consumer products, reduce attrition rates and ensure safer products by identifying potential hazards early in the development process.

Snappy Shopper

Seed Round in 2019
Snappy Shopper Ltd is an online food and grocery delivery service based in Dundee, United Kingdom, founded in 2017. The company specializes in offering a diverse range of products, including groceries, beverages, snacks, household items, baby care products, pet food, and magazines. Snappy Shopper partners with local convenience stores, allowing customers to order items from their inventories and receive deliveries in as little as 30 minutes. The platform promotes contact-free and same-day delivery, which has helped it gain popularity among consumers, amassing over 105,000 users. Customers typically spend an average of ÂŁ27 per order, significantly higher than the average spend in traditional convenience stores. The service collaborates with well-known brands such as SPAR, Nisa, Co-Op, and Premier, alongside hundreds of independent retailers, providing an additional sales channel for these businesses. Top-performing stores on the platform can achieve home delivery retail sales exceeding ÂŁ10,000 per week.

Sense Biodetection

Series A in 2019
Sense Biodetection Limited is a molecular diagnostics company based in Abingdon, United Kingdom, established in 2013. The company specializes in developing user-centered, handheld diagnostic tests aimed at enhancing healthcare decisions and processes, particularly in the areas of infections and oncology. Its flagship product, True Point-of-Care, utilizes advanced molecular methods, including polymerase chain reaction (PCR), to deliver rapid and accurate results. This capability allows clinics and medical professionals to detect infections swiftly and make informed treatment decisions in a decentralized healthcare setting, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

Living Map

Venture Round in 2019
Living Map Limited, established in 2010 and headquartered in Bath, UK, operates an online digital map and data platform. This platform empowers cities, businesses, and buildings to manage and communicate crucial spatial information effectively. It offers real-time features such as live positioning, live map, live location, and live routing, transforming user experiences, reducing costs, and generating revenue.

VoxPopMe

Series A in 2019
Voxpopme Limited is a Birmingham-based company that specializes in a video insight platform designed to facilitate direct interaction between brands and consumers. Founded in 2013, the company offers an application that allows businesses to pose questions to targeted consumer groups based on demographics such as age, gender, and location, in order to gather feedback through video responses. The platform enables companies to capture, analyze, and share consumer opinions efficiently, making it applicable for various uses, including customer experience surveys, brand tracking, market testing, and product development. With an additional office in Utah, United States, Voxpopme positions itself as a leader in the market research sector, providing tools that empower businesses to make informed decisions backed by authentic consumer narratives.

Slingshot Simulations

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Slingshot Simulations Limited is a technology company based in Leeds, United Kingdom, founded in 2015. It specializes in providing a simulation-as-a-Service platform that enables businesses to rapidly simulate complex, large-scale systems. The company’s software facilitates automated configuration, deployment, management, and analysis of these simulations, thereby enhancing decision-making processes. Additionally, Slingshot Simulations offers digital twin solutions, allowing organizations of various sizes to leverage advanced simulation technologies for practical applications. Through its innovative offerings, the company aims to commercialize research conducted by computer scientists, making sophisticated simulation capabilities more accessible to businesses.

E-Bate

Seed Round in 2019
E-Bate Limited is a technology company that specializes in developing rebate management software as a service (SaaS). Founded in 2017 and based in Leicester, United Kingdom, the company offers a platform designed to facilitate the management of rebate and pricing schemes for buyers and suppliers. Its software encompasses features such as rebate management, financial auditing, reporting, analytics, and workflow management, all aimed at increasing efficiency and transparency in commercial transactions. By providing real-time visibility into contract negotiations and financial positions, E-Bate enables organizations across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, consumer goods, and construction, to streamline their pricing strategies, reduce overhead costs, and enhance compliance through comprehensive approval processes. The company prides itself on its expertise in rebates and pricing, as well as its commitment to customer support.

Clear Review

Series A in 2019
Clear Review Limited is a London-based company that offers a cloud-based performance management and engagement platform designed to facilitate ongoing employee feedback and continuous conversations between employees and managers. Established in 2014 and formerly known as One Touch Apps Limited until its rebranding in August 2019, Clear Review provides a suite of services including check-ins, real-time feedback, aligned SMART objectives, performance reviews, personal development plans, and rapid reporting tools. The platform is utilized across a diverse range of sectors, such as media, technology, financial services, healthcare, government, education, and professional services, among others. Clear Review is committed to empowering HR professionals and employees to enhance their performance and engagement at work, promoting a culture of open communication and collaboration.

CyberOwl

Venture Round in 2019
CyberOwl Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Richmond, United Kingdom, specializes in developing advanced network security software solutions. The company offers a scalable early-warning system that provides real-time monitoring of high-value targets to detect malicious behavior and cyber threats. Its technology platform enhances visibility and compliance for systems across distributed remote maritime environments and critical national infrastructure. By utilizing a modular, distributed architecture designed for intermittent connectivity and remote management, CyberOwl enables asset operators, regardless of their cyber expertise, to effectively monitor asset behavior, quickly identify potential threats, and ensure compliance, thereby supporting the security of their operations.

Medherant

Series A in 2019
Medherant Limited is a clinical-stage company based in Coventry, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative treatments for pain and central nervous system diseases through advanced transdermal drug delivery technology. Founded in 2014 by Professor David Haddleton and the University of Warwick, the company has created the TEPI Patch, a novel transdermal system that utilizes a unique adhesive designed to improve drug loading capacity and enhance delivery efficiency. This technology addresses limitations found in current patch systems, which often struggle with drug loading, as well as issues associated with creams and gels, such as inadequate dose control. Medherant aims to provide patients with effective medication delivery solutions that minimize complications linked to traditional oral administration.

LM Technologies

Convertible Note in 2019
LM Technologies Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of wireless modules and adapters. Founded in 2004, the firm focuses on products that leverage Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, SIM card, and modular technologies, enabling connectivity for various devices in the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem. Their product range includes Bluetooth USB adapters, Bluetooth watches, and accessories such as SIM tools and converters. LM Technologies collaborates with major technology vendors, including Qualcomm, Broadcom, and Realtek, to ensure their offerings meet the latest technical standards in the wireless market. With a global network of distributors, the company provides comprehensive support and facilitates access to its products in 72 countries, effectively serving customers through both retail and distribution channels in Europe.

Libertine FPE

Venture Round in 2019
Libertine FPE, established in 2009 and headquartered in York, United Kingdom, specializes in the design and manufacture of linear generator and piston power systems. The company produces biogas power generators, heat recovery systems, and portable off-grid power solutions for various consumer, industrial, and other applications. Additionally, Libertine FPE develops free piston power modules that generate electrical power for extended-range electric vehicles and hybrids. Their primary market is the automotive and motorsport industries globally.

Oxford Genetics

Venture Round in 2019
Oxford Genetics Ltd. is a UK-based synthetic biology company that focuses on DNA design, protein expression optimization, and cell line development technologies. Founded in 2011 and located in Begbroke, the company specializes in producing versatile cloning plasmids for research purposes in both academic and biotechnology institutions. Its product offerings include a wide range of plasmids, such as CRISPR plasmids, reporter genes, and various genetic tags, which are available for diverse research and production applications. The company ensures that all its products are free of intellectual property restrictions, facilitating broader access for researchers. Oxford Genetics distributes its products globally, reaching customers in numerous countries, and also offers online purchasing options. Additionally, the company maintains a strategic partnership with The Native Antigen Company Ltd.

Intechnica

Venture Round in 2019
Intechnica is a provider of information technology, software development, and technology consulting services based in the United Kingdom. The company focuses on enabling rapid business growth through cost-effective digital innovation and transformation solutions. Intechnica helps organizations enhance their website and application performance, leading to significant reductions in hosting costs while maximizing sales revenues. By offering these services, Intechnica aims to support businesses in achieving their digital objectives and improving overall operational efficiency.

W2

Series A in 2018
W2 Global Data Solutions Limited is a provider of online screening tools and services designed to facilitate the verification of individuals and organizations. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Cardiff, United Kingdom, the company offers a range of web-based applications including SAVI, which allows users to access various databases for identity verification, and KYCchecker, which enables real-time ID verification for consumers and corporate clients. Additionally, W2 provides AMLchecker for compliance with European Union Money Laundering Directives, and BSMART, which performs batch screening against multiple data sources, including sanctions lists and criminal watch-lists. The company also features LiveBoat, a tool that ensures data continuity during outages. W2 serves a diverse clientele, including both consumers and corporations, across the UK and internationally.

Locate Bio

Venture Round in 2018
Locate Bio Limited is a regenerative medicine and device company based in Nottingham, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative solutions for tissue repair. It has created a regenerative medicine platform that utilizes Targeted, Orchestrated Signaling technology, allowing for precise therapeutic signal delivery at the site of injury. This platform offers control over microenvironmental cues for cell therapies and supports tissue repair by accommodating various therapeutic agents. The company's clinical-stage product, LDGraft, is designed for the treatment of chronic low back pain, while another product, CognitOss, is in the discovery phase for addressing antimicrobial-resistant infections. Locate Bio's products are applicable across multiple medical disciplines, including cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, dentistry, and reconstructive surgery. Originally named Locate Therapeutics Limited, the company rebranded to Locate Bio Limited in October 2018 and has been operational since 2001.

VoxPopMe

Venture Round in 2018
Voxpopme Limited is a Birmingham-based company that specializes in a video insight platform designed to facilitate direct interaction between brands and consumers. Founded in 2013, the company offers an application that allows businesses to pose questions to targeted consumer groups based on demographics such as age, gender, and location, in order to gather feedback through video responses. The platform enables companies to capture, analyze, and share consumer opinions efficiently, making it applicable for various uses, including customer experience surveys, brand tracking, market testing, and product development. With an additional office in Utah, United States, Voxpopme positions itself as a leader in the market research sector, providing tools that empower businesses to make informed decisions backed by authentic consumer narratives.

Impression Technologies

Venture Round in 2018
Impression Technologies Limited is a London-based company that specializes in the marketing and commercialization of Hot Form Quench (HFQ) technology, which facilitates the formation of aluminum panels into complex shapes. Established in 2012, the company provides a comprehensive service tailored to engineering needs, guiding clients from the initial concept through to production. Impression Technologies offers in-house prototyping and production capabilities at its facility in Coventry, UK, ensuring robust support for HFQ customers and partners. The company's expertise in HFQ technology enables it to empower clients to effectively transform their projects, leveraging advanced techniques in aluminum processing.

Medherant

Venture Round in 2018
Medherant Limited is a clinical-stage company based in Coventry, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative treatments for pain and central nervous system diseases through advanced transdermal drug delivery technology. Founded in 2014 by Professor David Haddleton and the University of Warwick, the company has created the TEPI Patch, a novel transdermal system that utilizes a unique adhesive designed to improve drug loading capacity and enhance delivery efficiency. This technology addresses limitations found in current patch systems, which often struggle with drug loading, as well as issues associated with creams and gels, such as inadequate dose control. Medherant aims to provide patients with effective medication delivery solutions that minimize complications linked to traditional oral administration.

Intechnica

Venture Round in 2017
Intechnica is a provider of information technology, software development, and technology consulting services based in the United Kingdom. The company focuses on enabling rapid business growth through cost-effective digital innovation and transformation solutions. Intechnica helps organizations enhance their website and application performance, leading to significant reductions in hosting costs while maximizing sales revenues. By offering these services, Intechnica aims to support businesses in achieving their digital objectives and improving overall operational efficiency.

Aston EyeTech

Series A in 2017
Aston EyeTech is a tech startup developing a range of proprietary hardware and software products for ocular care. It is revolutionizing the Ocular care ecosystem through increased portability, improved accuracy, and lower costs. The company is a spinout from Aston University’s School of Optometry. Aston EyeTech was founded in 2014 and is based in Birmingham, England.

VerdEnergy

Debt Financing in 2017
VerdEnergy is a Yorkshire based supplier of high quality biomass wood pellets and wood fuels across the region, that is focused on excellent customer service.VerdEnergy is the region's established supplier of ENplus & BSL biomass wood pellets, covering the area with a network of strategic depots, offering resilience of supply – even at the coldest times of year. Using specialist wood pellet delivery vehicles and a wealth of sector experience, you’re assured of high quality fuel, maximum boiler efficiency and better returns under the RHI with VerdEnergy.

Warwick Acoustics

Equity Crowdfunding in 2017
Warwick Acoustics, established in 2002 and based in Nuneaton, UK, specialises in the development and manufacture of high-resolution audio systems. The company is renowned for its patented High Precision Electrostatic Laminate (HPEL) technology, which enables ultra-thin, lightweight speakers delivering superior audiophile performance across an extensive bandwidth. Warwick Acoustics focuses on creating innovative audio solutions for both the headphone market and the automotive industry, with a particular emphasis on enhancing the in-car audio experience within electric vehicles. Their products are designed from scratch to provide the best personal audio listening experience, while also promoting sustainability through the use of mass-upcycled and recyclable materials.

Vision CCTV

Venture Round in 2017
Vision CCTV is a seasoned provider of advanced security solutions, focusing on the commercial and industrial sectors. It specialises in designing, installing, monitoring, and maintaining Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and access control systems for various facilities such as landfills, recycling sites, brick factories, oil refineries, and student accommodations across the country.

Oxford Genetics

Venture Round in 2017
Oxford Genetics Ltd. is a UK-based synthetic biology company that focuses on DNA design, protein expression optimization, and cell line development technologies. Founded in 2011 and located in Begbroke, the company specializes in producing versatile cloning plasmids for research purposes in both academic and biotechnology institutions. Its product offerings include a wide range of plasmids, such as CRISPR plasmids, reporter genes, and various genetic tags, which are available for diverse research and production applications. The company ensures that all its products are free of intellectual property restrictions, facilitating broader access for researchers. Oxford Genetics distributes its products globally, reaching customers in numerous countries, and also offers online purchasing options. Additionally, the company maintains a strategic partnership with The Native Antigen Company Ltd.

nDreams

Venture Round in 2017
nDreams Ltd. is a game developer and publisher based in Farnborough, United Kingdom, specializing in virtual reality (VR) and immersive gaming experiences. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on creating high-quality games for various platforms, including console, PC, and mobile devices. nDreams combines AAA gaming expertise with proprietary VR technologies to deliver innovative and engaging interactive experiences. Its portfolio features a diverse range of games, from action-packed space shooters to serene adventure titles, catering to a wide audience and ensuring entertainment through compelling gameplay.

Impression Technologies

Series B in 2017
Impression Technologies Limited is a London-based company that specializes in the marketing and commercialization of Hot Form Quench (HFQ) technology, which facilitates the formation of aluminum panels into complex shapes. Established in 2012, the company provides a comprehensive service tailored to engineering needs, guiding clients from the initial concept through to production. Impression Technologies offers in-house prototyping and production capabilities at its facility in Coventry, UK, ensuring robust support for HFQ customers and partners. The company's expertise in HFQ technology enables it to empower clients to effectively transform their projects, leveraging advanced techniques in aluminum processing.

Oxford Genetics

Venture Round in 2017
Oxford Genetics Ltd. is a UK-based synthetic biology company that focuses on DNA design, protein expression optimization, and cell line development technologies. Founded in 2011 and located in Begbroke, the company specializes in producing versatile cloning plasmids for research purposes in both academic and biotechnology institutions. Its product offerings include a wide range of plasmids, such as CRISPR plasmids, reporter genes, and various genetic tags, which are available for diverse research and production applications. The company ensures that all its products are free of intellectual property restrictions, facilitating broader access for researchers. Oxford Genetics distributes its products globally, reaching customers in numerous countries, and also offers online purchasing options. Additionally, the company maintains a strategic partnership with The Native Antigen Company Ltd.

Intechnica

Angel Round in 2017
Intechnica is a provider of information technology, software development, and technology consulting services based in the United Kingdom. The company focuses on enabling rapid business growth through cost-effective digital innovation and transformation solutions. Intechnica helps organizations enhance their website and application performance, leading to significant reductions in hosting costs while maximizing sales revenues. By offering these services, Intechnica aims to support businesses in achieving their digital objectives and improving overall operational efficiency.

Wallet.Services

Seed Round in 2017
We are the makers of SICCAR, the most cybersecure platform for organisations to collaborate by configuring and running business processes that share trusted data. SICCAR has been purposely built for cybersecure data sharing and process automation - where data security, protection, integrity and governance are addressed out of the box. Configure what you need and, within a matter of hours, you can get processes up and running. It has been designed so that you can quickly respond to changes and grow incrementally. The development of SICCAR for the Public Sector was informed in detail after our review of Distributed Ledger Technologies for the Scottish Government. As part of the world-leading CivTech accelerator programme, SICCAR has been specifically developed to address data sharing problems between public sector agencies. An award-winning platform, it was recognised in Citibank's Tech for Integrity Challenge and won the Best Cyber Breakthrough Award at the Scottish Cyber Awards 2017. Out with public sector, SICCAR is being utilised in manufacturing and resources industries to assure the integrity of supply chains and address complex manufacturing challenges. To build SICCAR we’ve taken the best bits from Distributed Ledger Technology and made it easy to use by business analysts. It has REST APIs and SDKs in order to interoperate with all the other good stuff going on. SICCAR also integrates with existing identity platforms via OpenID.

LM Technologies

Convertible Note in 2017
LM Technologies Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of wireless modules and adapters. Founded in 2004, the firm focuses on products that leverage Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, SIM card, and modular technologies, enabling connectivity for various devices in the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem. Their product range includes Bluetooth USB adapters, Bluetooth watches, and accessories such as SIM tools and converters. LM Technologies collaborates with major technology vendors, including Qualcomm, Broadcom, and Realtek, to ensure their offerings meet the latest technical standards in the wireless market. With a global network of distributors, the company provides comprehensive support and facilitates access to its products in 72 countries, effectively serving customers through both retail and distribution channels in Europe.

Axis Spine Technologies

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Axis Spine Technologies Ltd is a medical device company specializing in the development of spinal implants for anterior lumbar fixation. Incorporated in 2016 and based in Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, the company offers innovative products such as modular fusion cage technology, which facilitates atraumatic insertion. The implants are designed to enhance intra-operative correction capabilities while minimizing the risks often associated with traditional devices, such as structural damage and complications leading to subsidence. By allowing for less forceful insertion compared to conventional implants, Axis Spine Technologies aims to improve surgical precision and patient outcomes in spinal fusion procedures.

Comparesoft

Venture Round in 2017
Comparesoft Ltd is a London-based company that operates a platform designed to facilitate the comparison of various asset management software packages. Founded in 2015, the platform enables users to evaluate software related to fixed assets, such as properties, industrial plants, and equipment, as well as information technology asset management software covering hardware deployment and service delivery. It also supports comparisons of enterprise asset management software tailored for sectors like aviation, defense, and energy, and offers tools for tracking commercial and mobile assets necessary for business operations. Utilizing machine learning algorithms, Comparesoft provides unbiased, vendor-neutral software recommendations, helping clients efficiently shortlist options that best meet their specific needs. The platform serves a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and telecommunications, and is utilized by numerous organizations, including prominent firms such as PwC and Honda.

Faradion

Series B in 2017
Faradion Limited is a company based in Sheffield, United Kingdom, specializing in the development of advanced sodium-ion (Na-ion) battery materials. Founded in 2010, Faradion focuses on creating low-cost, high-performance battery components, particularly sodium-ion cathodes, which serve as viable alternatives to traditional lithium-ion batteries. The company's technology is designed to meet the demands of various energy storage and power applications, including stationary and renewable energy storage, backup systems, and automotive markets. By leveraging sodium-ion technology, Faradion aims to provide affordable and clean energy solutions, positioning itself at the forefront of the evolving battery materials industry.

Smart Antenna Technologies

Series A in 2017
Smart Antenna Technologies Ltd specializes in the design and development of innovative smart antenna systems targeted at the mobile device and infrastructure market. Founded in 2013 as a spinout from the University of Birmingham, the company has developed patented technology that offers compact, multi-band, multi-functional, and multi-port antenna solutions. These solutions are applicable across various devices, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, small cells, Internet of Things devices, and automotive applications. By replacing multiple existing antennas with a single device, Smart Antenna Technologies significantly reduces the size, cost, and complexity of antenna systems while enhancing performance and battery life. The company caters to handset manufacturers and industry partners across the United States, Europe, South Korea, Japan, and China, fulfilling the growing demand for advanced antenna solutions compliant with next-generation cellular technologies.

nDreams

Venture Round in 2016
nDreams Ltd. is a game developer and publisher based in Farnborough, United Kingdom, specializing in virtual reality (VR) and immersive gaming experiences. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on creating high-quality games for various platforms, including console, PC, and mobile devices. nDreams combines AAA gaming expertise with proprietary VR technologies to deliver innovative and engaging interactive experiences. Its portfolio features a diverse range of games, from action-packed space shooters to serene adventure titles, catering to a wide audience and ensuring entertainment through compelling gameplay.

Oxford Genetics

Grant in 2016
Oxford Genetics Ltd. is a UK-based synthetic biology company that focuses on DNA design, protein expression optimization, and cell line development technologies. Founded in 2011 and located in Begbroke, the company specializes in producing versatile cloning plasmids for research purposes in both academic and biotechnology institutions. Its product offerings include a wide range of plasmids, such as CRISPR plasmids, reporter genes, and various genetic tags, which are available for diverse research and production applications. The company ensures that all its products are free of intellectual property restrictions, facilitating broader access for researchers. Oxford Genetics distributes its products globally, reaching customers in numerous countries, and also offers online purchasing options. Additionally, the company maintains a strategic partnership with The Native Antigen Company Ltd.

Medherant

Seed Round in 2016
Medherant Limited is a clinical-stage company based in Coventry, United Kingdom, focused on developing innovative treatments for pain and central nervous system diseases through advanced transdermal drug delivery technology. Founded in 2014 by Professor David Haddleton and the University of Warwick, the company has created the TEPI Patch, a novel transdermal system that utilizes a unique adhesive designed to improve drug loading capacity and enhance delivery efficiency. This technology addresses limitations found in current patch systems, which often struggle with drug loading, as well as issues associated with creams and gels, such as inadequate dose control. Medherant aims to provide patients with effective medication delivery solutions that minimize complications linked to traditional oral administration.

Concepta

Post in 2016
Concepta PLC is involved in the development of products and a platform, which targets the personalized mobile health market with a focus on women’s fertility and unexplained infertility.

Concepta Diagnostics

Seed Round in 2016
Concepta is a United Kingdom start-up that is developing a new all-in-one device for pregnancy and fertility testing and monitoring.

Enterprise Ventures

Acquisition in 2016
Enterprise Ventures (EV), founded in 1982 and based in Preston, United Kingdom, is a prominent provider of venture capital and early-stage financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in England and Wales. The firm offers a diverse range of investment funds, managing capital on behalf of both private and public sector investors. EV specializes in providing both equity and debt funding, investing up to ÂŁ2 million in businesses at various stages of development, from pre-revenue and proof of concept to management buy-outs and growth financing. As a regulated entity, EV adheres to standards set by the Financial Services Authority and is a full member of the British Venture Capital Association. In 2016, EV was acquired by Mercia Technologies, further enhancing its capacity to support SMEs.

IN-PART

Seed Round in 2016
IN-PART is a digital matchmaking platform that connects university technology transfer teams with a global network of research and development decision-makers. The platform utilizes natural language processing and algorithms to effectively match university technologies with relevant industry professionals based on their specific needs. This approach not only facilitates successful partnerships between universities and companies but also provides valuable feedback on market viability. By simplifying the initial connection process, IN-PART drives impact by enabling researchers to access essential resources for commercializing their innovations.

Edge Case Games

Venture Round in 2015
Edge Case Games is a developer of an online gaming platform focused on creating a tactical space combat game for PC. The company specializes in team-based gameplay, allowing online gamers to immerse themselves in a virtual reality environment. Through its innovative approach, Edge Case Games aims to enhance the gaming experience by delivering engaging content and continuous updates to its platform, addressing both positive feedback and challenges from users.

Smart Antenna Technologies

Seed Round in 2015
Smart Antenna Technologies Ltd specializes in the design and development of innovative smart antenna systems targeted at the mobile device and infrastructure market. Founded in 2013 as a spinout from the University of Birmingham, the company has developed patented technology that offers compact, multi-band, multi-functional, and multi-port antenna solutions. These solutions are applicable across various devices, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, small cells, Internet of Things devices, and automotive applications. By replacing multiple existing antennas with a single device, Smart Antenna Technologies significantly reduces the size, cost, and complexity of antenna systems while enhancing performance and battery life. The company caters to handset manufacturers and industry partners across the United States, Europe, South Korea, Japan, and China, fulfilling the growing demand for advanced antenna solutions compliant with next-generation cellular technologies.

LM Technologies

Venture Round in 2015
LM Technologies Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of wireless modules and adapters. Founded in 2004, the firm focuses on products that leverage Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, SIM card, and modular technologies, enabling connectivity for various devices in the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem. Their product range includes Bluetooth USB adapters, Bluetooth watches, and accessories such as SIM tools and converters. LM Technologies collaborates with major technology vendors, including Qualcomm, Broadcom, and Realtek, to ensure their offerings meet the latest technical standards in the wireless market. With a global network of distributors, the company provides comprehensive support and facilitates access to its products in 72 countries, effectively serving customers through both retail and distribution channels in Europe.

Edge Case Games

Seed Round in 2015
Edge Case Games is a developer of an online gaming platform focused on creating a tactical space combat game for PC. The company specializes in team-based gameplay, allowing online gamers to immerse themselves in a virtual reality environment. Through its innovative approach, Edge Case Games aims to enhance the gaming experience by delivering engaging content and continuous updates to its platform, addressing both positive feedback and challenges from users.

Akamis Bio

Series C in 2015
Akamis Bio is a clinical-stage oncology company dedicated to advancing cancer treatment through its innovative Tumor-Specific Immuno-Gene Therapy (T-SIGn®) platform. The company develops a portfolio of therapeutics specifically targeting solid tumors, aiming to enhance patients' immune responses to recognize and eradicate cancer cells. By harnessing a proprietary intravenously administered viral platform, Akamis Bio focuses on delivering effective gene therapies that address the needs of cancer patients, striving to improve their quality of life and treatment outcomes.

Science Warehouse

Venture Round in 2015
Science Warehouse is a UK-based company established in 2000 that specializes in providing a cloud-based spend management platform and e-marketplace systems. These solutions are designed to enhance efficiencies throughout the source-to-settle process, allowing organizations to manage their purchasing cycles effectively from requisition to payment. By enabling better control over spending, Science Warehouse helps customers achieve significant cost savings while addressing the challenges of operating in fast-changing markets with limited resources. The company emphasizes the importance of embracing technology and collaboration for organizations aiming to meet increasing demands and achieve their strategic objectives.

Soccer Manager

Venture Round in 2015
Soccer Manager Ltd. is a UK-based company that specializes in the development of online soccer management games. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Preston, the company offers a variety of titles, including Soccer Manager 2017, a single-player game, and Soccer Manager Worlds, a multiplayer experience that allows users to compete globally. The games are available on multiple platforms, including Facebook, Steam, iOS, and Android, ensuring accessibility to a diverse audience. Over its years of operation, Soccer Manager has attracted more than 25 million registered players, with over one million active users each month. The company's commitment to providing free, high-quality gaming experiences has fostered a dedicated community, particularly in regions such as South America, Indonesia, and Southern Europe. Notable developments include the launch of Soccer Manager 2015, and the introduction of Football Clash: Allstars in 2017, a real-time PvP card collecting game. Additionally, Soccer Manager is set to release Soccer Manager Crypto, a blockchain-based multiplayer football management game, further expanding its innovative offerings in the gaming industry.

EventsTag

Seed Round in 2015
We are EventsTag, a rapidly growing start-up: passionate about connecting brands and customers through original, innovative and irresistibly shareable social media content, powered by our own advanced experiential tech platform.

Avid Games

Venture Round in 2015
Avid Games is a company that specializes in digital trading cards and has evolved to take full publishing responsibilities for its products since late 2017. Originally focused on providing technology to leading physical trading card publishers, Avid Games has developed a platform that enhances the collecting experience, fostering engagement among fans and consumers. The company has successfully published projects in collaboration with notable brands such as Discovery, Valiant, and Formula 1. Recognized for its innovative approach, Avid Games was selected for Tech Nation’s Upscale programme in December 2017, highlighting its status as one of the most promising start-ups in the UK. Founded in 2012 and based in Heathfield, United Kingdom, Avid Games continues to make strides in the digital trading card market.

nDreams

Venture Round in 2015
nDreams Ltd. is a game developer and publisher based in Farnborough, United Kingdom, specializing in virtual reality (VR) and immersive gaming experiences. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on creating high-quality games for various platforms, including console, PC, and mobile devices. nDreams combines AAA gaming expertise with proprietary VR technologies to deliver innovative and engaging interactive experiences. Its portfolio features a diverse range of games, from action-packed space shooters to serene adventure titles, catering to a wide audience and ensuring entertainment through compelling gameplay.

nDreams

Venture Round in 2014
nDreams Ltd. is a game developer and publisher based in Farnborough, United Kingdom, specializing in virtual reality (VR) and immersive gaming experiences. Founded in 2002, the company focuses on creating high-quality games for various platforms, including console, PC, and mobile devices. nDreams combines AAA gaming expertise with proprietary VR technologies to deliver innovative and engaging interactive experiences. Its portfolio features a diverse range of games, from action-packed space shooters to serene adventure titles, catering to a wide audience and ensuring entertainment through compelling gameplay.

Circadian Solar

Venture Round in 2008
Circadian Solar Ltd. is a developer of concentrated photovoltaic (CPV) technology, a form of solar power that unlocks the potential of the sun to deliver clean, renewable and affordable energy.

Blackstar Amplification

Private Equity Round in 2007
Blackstar Amplification Limited is a UK-based company located in Northampton, specializing in the design and manufacture of innovative guitar amplifiers and effects pedals. Founded by four directors with over 50 years of combined experience in guitar amplification design and production, the company aims to provide guitarists with the ultimate tools for self-expression. Blackstar's product range includes valve overdrive pedals, hand-wired amplifiers, and amplifiers tailored for studio and practice use. The company is recognized for its commitment to quality and creativity, catering to the diverse needs of musicians.
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