Investec

Investec is a financial services company founded in 1974 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It operates in multiple regions, including South Africa, Australia, and internationally, through three key divisions: asset management, wealth and investment, and specialist banking. The asset management division offers active investment products across global and emerging markets, catering to both institutional and individual investors. The wealth and investment division focuses on providing comprehensive wealth management services, including portfolio management, tax planning, and stockbroking for high-net-worth clients. The specialist banking division delivers a range of banking solutions, including private banking, corporate and institutional banking, and corporate advisory services. Investec serves diverse clientele, including individuals, businesses, and corporations, with a commitment to offering tailored financial products and services designed to meet their specific needs.

Derek Crawley

Partner

Thomas Prins

Head of Private Equity

62 past transactions

Hecate Energy

Debt Financing in 2023
Hecate Energy is a developer focused on renewable energy projects, specifically solar, wind, and energy storage. The company aims to provide green power solutions to utilities, cities, universities, and large corporations. Hecate Energy manages the entire lifecycle of energy projects, from planning and inception to construction and operation, primarily within North America and select international markets. By concentrating on clean energy solutions, the company seeks to contribute to sustainable energy infrastructure development.

Cypress Creek Renewables

Debt Financing in 2022
Cypress Creek Renewables is a leading American company specializing in local solar energy solutions. The firm employs a data-driven strategy to identify and acquire underutilized land for the development of solar farms, typically ranging from 2 to 20 megawatts. Notably, Cypress owns the largest solar farm east of the Mississippi River. The company partners with landowners, utility providers, and local vendors to develop, finance, and operate both utility-scale and distributed solar projects. In addition to generating renewable energy, Cypress offers asset management, fleet ownership, and maintenance services for its own and third-party solar and storage assets. By selling the electricity produced by its solar farms back to local communities at competitive rates, Cypress Creek Renewables ensures widespread access to clean and affordable energy.

ITM Power

Post in 2021
ITM Power designs and manufactures Hydrogen Energy Systems for Energy Storage and Clean Fuel production. ITM Power is committed to clean sustainable energy solutions based around water electrolysis. Our principal motivation is to engineer zero-carbon hydrogen energy systems that provide energy security and independence from fossil fuels. ITM's electrolyser and fuel cell technologies have the potential to become the cornerstones of a future hydrogen economy based on 'green' hydrogen. Our hydrogen systems are able to convert renewable energy to a clean fuel, that can be indefinitely stored for use in transport, residential and industrial applications

Monese

Series C in 2021
Monese Ltd. is a digital banking alternative based in London, United Kingdom, that provides mobile-only, multi-currency accounts across 31 countries in the European Economic Area. Founded in 2015 by Norris Koppel, the platform caters to individuals and businesses who face challenges with traditional banking, offering a fully localized banking experience in 14 languages. Monese allows users to manage their finances through a mobile application that facilitates quick account opening without credit checks or residency restrictions. Its services include current accounts for money storage and payments, local and international transfers, and debit cards for purchases and cash withdrawals. The company's innovative "Know Your Customer" technology enables real-time identity verification, allowing users to set up accounts in just minutes.

Marshmallow

Series B in 2021
Marshmallow Financial Services Limited, operating under the name Marshmallow, is a London-based insurtech company founded in 2017 that specializes in motor vehicle insurance. The company primarily serves immigrants, expats, and nomads who have relocated to the United Kingdom. Marshmallow utilizes a proprietary pricing algorithm and a unique rating matrix to provide affordable car insurance options tailored to this underserved market segment. By leveraging new data sources, Marshmallow aims to deliver significant savings to foreign-born drivers, thereby enhancing their financial health. The company emphasizes a user-friendly experience, allowing customers to sign up in just a few minutes and access support through live chat. Marshmallow is dedicated to simplifying the insurance process and making it more accessible for individuals living and driving in a foreign country.

Omnisient (Pty) Ltd

Series A in 2021
Omnisient (Pty) Ltd, established in 2014 and headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, operates the online platform intersect.ai, which facilitates secure data sharing and collaboration among businesses while ensuring data privacy and information security. The platform empowers users to monetize their data by creating evaluable data sets that can be traded securely, fostering innovation and enhancing profitability for its clients. Through its services, Omnisient supports businesses in leveraging data to drive growth and achieve their objectives.

Capitalmind Investec

Private Equity Round in 2021
Corporate Finance Advisory is an investment banking firm specializing in providing corporate finance advisory services. Since 1999 they have provided unbiased advice to mid-market companies, entrepreneurs, (private equity) investors and large corporates on selling, buying and financing businesses all over the world.

Ceres

Funding Round in 2021
Ceres Power is a UK-based company specializing in fuel cell technology and engineering, focusing on the development and commercialization of its SteelCell technology. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Horsham, the company offers a fuel-agnostic solution that operates on natural gas while also being adaptable for future fuels like biogas and hydrogen. The SteelCell, which utilizes a unique combination of materials and manufacturing processes, enables the production of clean, low-cost energy and is applicable across various sectors, including commercial, residential, automotive, and data centers. Ceres Power has established a strategic collaboration with AVL List GmbH to enhance the adoption and development of solid oxide fuel cell technology for diverse applications. The company is committed to advancing renewable energy solutions and promoting environmental sustainability through its innovative technologies.

Openmarkets

Venture Round in 2021
OpenMarkets is Australia's next evolution stockbroker.

Tiliter

Funding Round in 2020
Tiliter Pty Ltd. specializes in developing innovative Point of Sale (POS) and Self-Checkout (SCO) systems tailored for the retail industry. The company's flagship product, the Tiliter Vision Smart Checkout System, utilizes advanced computer vision technology to identify products without barcodes during the checkout process, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience. This system is particularly beneficial for fresh produce, utilizing specialized cameras and lighting to scan items in real time. Additionally, Tiliter provides its software in API format, facilitating straightforward integration into existing retail systems. Founded in 2017, Tiliter is headquartered in Parramatta, Australia, with additional offices in Kensington, Australia, and Munich, Germany. The company's solutions not only help retailers minimize plastic packaging and reduce theft but also improve overall productivity.

YourZooki

Grant in 2020
YourZooki is a provider of vitamin and CBD supplements.

Vamp

Venture Round in 2020
Visual Amplifiers is a demographic product placement and payment platform that connects brands with a community of social media influencers and content creators. The platform manages processes of their customers from influencer aggregation, product delivery, and post campaign reporting. Its customers include many brands such as eBay, Toby's Estate, Mentholatum, Rimmel London, Uniqlo, Schweppes, The Horse, and ASOS. It also helps advertising and PR agencies with their client campaigns. Visual Amplifiers was launched in 2014 and is based in Sydney, Australia.

Longtail UX

Venture Round in 2020
Longtail UX Pty Ltd is an Australian company that specializes in an AI-powered platform designed to optimize online visibility and revenue generation through longtail keyword targeting. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Balmain, Australia, with additional offices in locations such as London, Nagano, New Rochelle, and Seattle, the company provides businesses with tools to enhance user experience and conversion rates from search engine marketing (SEM) and search engine optimization (SEO). Its patented technology enables the creation of optimized landing pages that comprehensively address users' specific queries, showcasing relevant products, store locations, and content in a single click. This approach simplifies SEO management akin to AdWords, yielding measurable returns on investment through improved website analytics. Longtail UX has consistently delivered significant revenue uplifts from generic keyword SEO and enhanced return on ad spend (ROAS) for paid search campaigns, all while maintaining the existing website structure. The company serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including automotive, e-commerce, education, finance, real estate, and travel.

Omnisient (Pty) Ltd

Seed Round in 2020
Omnisient (Pty) Ltd, established in 2014 and headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, operates the online platform intersect.ai, which facilitates secure data sharing and collaboration among businesses while ensuring data privacy and information security. The platform empowers users to monetize their data by creating evaluable data sets that can be traded securely, fostering innovation and enhancing profitability for its clients. Through its services, Omnisient supports businesses in leveraging data to drive growth and achieve their objectives.

Wings Capital Partners

Debt Financing in 2020
Wings Capital Partners is a private equity firm. The firm invests in commercial aircraft, related assets, and aviation companies, with a focus on the mid-life narrow body commercial aircraft sector. Wings Capital Partners was founded in 2013 and is based in Newport Beach, California.

EV Cargo

Debt Financing in 2019
EV Cargo systematically operates worldwide, using an intermodal freight transport network that spans across the UK, Australia, South Africa, the Middle East, New Zealand, the USA, and continental Europe. EV Cargo believes in a partnership approach. Although each brand is an international supply chain business, collaboration, communication and sustainability underpin each and every business. In some instances, the businesses were passed down to generations and continue to operate under core values of integrity and ethics, alongside those of innovation and development.

Comestri

Venture Round in 2019
Comestri is a software company that provides a comprehensive platform designed for eCommerce businesses. Its award-winning SaaS solution integrates Product Information Management (PIM) and Order Management System (OMS) technologies, allowing merchants to effectively manage and enrich product information from various sources. The platform facilitates the distribution of this information across multiple sales channels, including eCommerce websites, marketplaces, social media, and email marketing platforms. Comestri's tools, which include a product manager, automation engine, channel manager, and order manager, enable clients to unify their product and inventory data. This integration helps businesses enhance their operational efficiency and ultimately drive revenue growth by streamlining their sales processes across diverse online platforms.

Atura

Series A in 2018
Atura is a company that specializes in developing automated chatbots tailored for the asset management, insurance, and lending industries. Its chatbot utilizes advanced language processing and contextual understanding to facilitate secure transactions and enhance communication. The system allows for convenient handovers to live agents when clients require assistance beyond the chatbot's capabilities. By providing functional translation and maintaining brand presence, Atura's chatbot aims to improve the consistency of client experiences while reducing operational costs for financial planners and their clients.

Resolute Mining

Post in 2018
Resolute is a successful gold miner with more than 25 years of continuous production. The Company is an experienced explorer, developer, and operator having operated nine gold mines across Australia and Africa which have produced in excess of 7 million ounces of gold. The Company currently operates two mines, the Syama Gold Mine in Africa and the Ravenswood Gold Mine in Australia, and is one of the largest gold producers listed on the Australian Securities Exchange with FY17 guidance of 300,000 ounces of gold production at All-in-Sustaining-Costs of A$1,280/oz (US$934/oz). Resolute’s flagship Syama Gold Mine in Mali is a robust long life asset benefitting from fully operational parallel sulphide and oxide processing plants. The move to underground mining will continue the asset’s history of strong cash generation and extend the mine life to out beyond 2028. ​The Ravenswood Gold Mine in Queensland, Australia demonstrates Resolute’s significant underground expertise in the ongoing success in mining the Mt Wright ore body. In Ghana, the Company has completed a feasibility study on the Bibiani Gold Project focused on the development of an underground operation requiring modest capital and using existing plant infrastructure. Resolute also controls an extensive exploration footprint along the highly prospective Syama Shear and greenstone belts in Mali and Cote d’Ivoire and is active in reviewing new opportunities to build shareholder value.

Marshmallow

Seed Round in 2018
Marshmallow Financial Services Limited, operating under the name Marshmallow, is a London-based insurtech company founded in 2017 that specializes in motor vehicle insurance. The company primarily serves immigrants, expats, and nomads who have relocated to the United Kingdom. Marshmallow utilizes a proprietary pricing algorithm and a unique rating matrix to provide affordable car insurance options tailored to this underserved market segment. By leveraging new data sources, Marshmallow aims to deliver significant savings to foreign-born drivers, thereby enhancing their financial health. The company emphasizes a user-friendly experience, allowing customers to sign up in just a few minutes and access support through live chat. Marshmallow is dedicated to simplifying the insurance process and making it more accessible for individuals living and driving in a foreign country.

Millennium Minerals

Post in 2018
Millennium Minerals is an ASX-listed gold producer focused on its 100%-owned Nullagine Gold Project in the East Pilbara region of Western Australia. Millennium is debt free and currently produces approximately 80,000 ounces of gold per annum from the Nullagine Project, with strong free cash generation.The Nullagine Project has a Mineral Resource inventory totalling 1.3 million ounces of gold, and studies are now underway to deliver a step-change increase in production and mine life targeting a +5 year mine life based on annual production of +100,000 ounces per annum.

MadeComfy

Venture Round in 2018
MadeComfy is Australia's first performance based home sharing partner and a fast growing disrupter in the Real Estate and Travel market. We enable home and investment property owners to participate in the sharing economy boom by renting out their properties on the short term rental market. We generate over 40% higher returns than any other form of rental through our value adding end to end management service which includes furnishing& styling, pricing & marketing, booking & 24/7 guest management, check-in's/out's, housekeeping and maintenance. We also create unique experiences and a high level of comfort for our guests. Our customers (Hosts and Guests) come first and we do everything it takes to exceed their expectations.

Openpay

Venture Round in 2017
Openpay Group Ltd provides Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) payment solutions across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The company partners with merchants to offer BNPL repayment plans through various channels, including in-store, in-app, and online, enhancing transaction values and conversion rates at checkout. Openpay also features Openpay for Business, a software-as-a-service portal that allows enterprise customers to manage trade accounts comprehensively, covering applications, credit checks, approvals, and account management. The company serves multiple sectors, including healthcare, automotive, home improvement, and retail. Additionally, Openpay has formed a strategic partnership with ezyVet to provide payment plans for veterinary services. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, Openpay has streamlined its brand identity under a single name after evolving its technology framework over several years.

Kamoso

Private Equity Round in 2017
Kamoso Distribution (Pty) Ltd is a manufacturer and supplier of consumer goods and medical supplies, primarily serving the retail and healthcare sectors in Southern Africa. The company offers a diverse range of products, including fast-moving consumer goods, groceries, beverages, personal care items, pharmaceuticals, liquor, building materials, and equipment. Operating from facilities in Botswana and South Africa, Kamoso caters to the needs of retailers in Botswana, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, ensuring a wide distribution of essential products across these markets. Based in Gaborone, Botswana, Kamoso is committed to meeting the demands of both consumers and businesses in the region.

MadeComfy

Venture Round in 2017
MadeComfy is Australia's first performance based home sharing partner and a fast growing disrupter in the Real Estate and Travel market. We enable home and investment property owners to participate in the sharing economy boom by renting out their properties on the short term rental market. We generate over 40% higher returns than any other form of rental through our value adding end to end management service which includes furnishing& styling, pricing & marketing, booking & 24/7 guest management, check-in's/out's, housekeeping and maintenance. We also create unique experiences and a high level of comfort for our guests. Our customers (Hosts and Guests) come first and we do everything it takes to exceed their expectations.

Pulse iD

Series A in 2017
Pulse iD's clients are increasingly savvy with piecing together a customer’s online world via multiple streams of data. However, a customer’s off-line world is still largely unknown, leaving a lot of friction. Pulse iD is helping enterprise clients to understand the space between their customer's online and offline world. Their scalable solutions mean you can reach your customers, where and when it matters, anywhere along their journey.

Splend

Series A in 2017
Splend Pty Ltd is a car rental company based in Sydney, Australia, founded in 2015. It specializes in renting vehicles to drivers for on-demand rideshare and delivery services, such as Uber and UberEATS. Recognizing the challenges many potential drivers face in accessing suitable vehicles, Splend aims to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to become their own bosses. The company provides not only rental and rent-to-own options but also extensive support, training, and resources to enhance drivers' skills and profitability. Additionally, Splend offers data and analytics to help drivers improve their performance and safety on the road. By fostering a community among its members, Splend has successfully enabled students, retirees, former refugees, and single parents to find flexible employment opportunities that align with their lifestyles. Through its comprehensive services, Splend strives to facilitate access to vehicle ownership and create a sustainable income-generating pathway for its members.

Trax

Series C in 2017
Trax Technology Solutions Pte Ltd. specializes in developing image recognition technology that provides real-time actionable insights for the retail sector. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Singapore, Trax offers in-store execution solutions to major manufacturers and channel partners both locally and internationally. Its platform enables quick analysis of retail shelf images, allowing sales representatives to access critical information on product availability, planogram compliance, and pricing directly on their mobile devices. This technology enhances operational efficiency by helping companies identify performance gaps and revenue opportunities. Trax has established itself as a leader in computer vision solutions for consumer packaged goods and retailers, collaborating with notable global brands. The company also partners with innovators in IoT technologies to further enhance its capabilities in capturing retail realities.

MicksGarage

Series B in 2017
MicksGarage is an online retailer focused on car parts and accessories. The company caters to motoring consumers, from DIY enthusiasts to families going on road trips. It aims to provide the motorist with a wide range of automotive brands and products. MicksGarage delivers a variety of car parts and accessories, including braking and engine parts to interior and exterior accessories, and travel and leisure gear to baby and child travel accessories. Based in Dublin, Ireland, the company was launched in 2004 by Ciaran Crean and Michael Crean.

SilverCloud Health

Series A in 2017
SilverCloud Health develops an online platform that delivers tailored therapeutic solutions through evidence-based digital therapies. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Dublin, Ireland, and London, United Kingdom, the company serves the healthcare, medical, and pharmaceutical sectors. The SilverCloud platform enables users to provide immediate access to professional support, resulting in significantly increased patient engagement and reduced program dropout rates compared to leading online therapeutic products. By offering innovative health and wellness solutions, SilverCloud Health aims to enhance the accessibility and effectiveness of mental health care.

IDWALA

Acquisition in 2017
Idwala Industrial Holdings Limited is a South African company that specializes in the production of industrial minerals and lime. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Honeydew, the company operates through two main divisions: Lime and Industrial Minerals. Idwala's product offerings include calcium carbonate, pyrophyllite, magnetite, and lime, which are produced at various locations, including Danielskuil, Powerville, and Benoni. The company also has operations for magnetite in Phalaborwa and carbonates in Port Shepstone. Idwala is committed to environmental and social responsibility, emphasizing its focus on niche markets within the industrial minerals sector. Its sales and marketing division supports operations in major cities such as Benoni, Durban, Port Shepstone, and Cape Town.

Spruce Finance

Debt Financing in 2016
Spruce Finance Inc. is a financial services company based in San Francisco that specializes in consumer financing for residential solar systems, water conservation upgrades, and energy efficiency home improvements. Established in 2011, the company offers a range of financing options, including solar leases, loans, power purchase agreements, and PACE products, which assist homeowners in reducing their utility expenses related to power, water, and heating and cooling. Spruce Finance collaborates with a national network of contractor and channel partners, including solar installers, general contractors, and HVAC experts, to deliver its services across the United States. The company's focus is on making eco-friendly home improvements accessible and affordable for consumers, thereby promoting sustainable living.

Accuris Networks

Venture Round in 2016
Accuris Networks, now a subsidiary of ZephyrTel, Inc., specializes in providing roaming, carrier Wi-Fi, and interworking solutions for communication service providers. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with additional offices in Boston and Kuala Lumpur, the company offers a range of products including eAAA for authentication, a policy-based Wi-Fi Server for seamless integration into service provider networks, and Wi-Fi Client for offload and roaming services. Its platforms support various mobile broadband technologies such as GSM, CDMA, LTE, and Wi-Fi, ensuring a secure and unified user experience for subscribers in both domestic and international settings. Accuris also provides cloud-based solutions for service handling, mediation, and billing for Wi-Fi data usage, as well as a carrier VoIP service for operator-managed applications. The company has established strategic partnerships to enhance its offerings in the telecom sector.

Vivint Solar

Post in 2016
Vivint Solar, Inc. provides distributed solar energy primarily to residential customers in the United States. It owns and installs solar energy systems through long-term customer contracts. The company also sells photovoltaic installation products, as well as solar renewable energy certificates. As of December 31, 2019, it had an aggregate capacity of 1,294.0 megawatts covering approximately 188,300 homes. The company was formerly known as V Solar Holdings, Inc. and changed its name to Vivint Solar, Inc. in April 2014. Vivint Solar, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Lehi, Utah. As of October 8, 2020, Vivint Solar, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Sunrun Inc.

Spruce Finance

Debt Financing in 2016
Spruce Finance Inc. is a financial services company based in San Francisco that specializes in consumer financing for residential solar systems, water conservation upgrades, and energy efficiency home improvements. Established in 2011, the company offers a range of financing options, including solar leases, loans, power purchase agreements, and PACE products, which assist homeowners in reducing their utility expenses related to power, water, and heating and cooling. Spruce Finance collaborates with a national network of contractor and channel partners, including solar installers, general contractors, and HVAC experts, to deliver its services across the United States. The company's focus is on making eco-friendly home improvements accessible and affordable for consumers, thereby promoting sustainable living.

Equitise

Venture Round in 2016
Equitise offers an equity crowdfunding platform for private investors to invest in early-stage companies and startups. It was founded on June 11, 2014, and is based in Sydney, Australia.

Sunrun

Post in 2016
Sunrun Inc. engages in the design, development, installation, sale, ownership, and maintenance of residential solar energy systems in the United States. It also sells solar energy systems and products, such as panels and racking, as well as solar leads generated to customers. In addition, the company offers battery storage along with solar energy systems. Its primary customers are residential homeowners. The company markets and sells its products through direct-to-consumer approach across online, retail, mass media, digital media, canvassing, field marketing, and referral channels, as well as its partner network. Sunrun Inc. was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Davra

Series A in 2015
Davra is a developer of an industrial Internet of Things (IoT) platform that enables organizations to create, manage, and deploy vertical-specific applications. The platform, known as ConnecThing™, is designed to facilitate seamless integration with various connected devices and sensors, allowing users to extract critical data from their networks. This data is then published through an open application programming interface (API), which simplifies the process of building and running IoT applications. Davra's platform is unique in its availability on AWS SaaS Contracts, positioning it advantageously in the market as it seeks to attract system integrator partners. The company's vision centers on delivering a comprehensive horizontal IoT application enablement platform that supports diverse deployments across different industries, with a particular emphasis on the transportation sector.

Vumatel

Venture Round in 2015
Vumatel (Pty) Ltd. supplies high-speed broadband connectivity to homes primarily in the suburbs of South Africa. The company offers data, IPTV, and VOIP services from various providers. It installs and operates an open access fiber network that supports a host of new services, such as downloading latest movies, games, and music; streaming live HDTV; calls over the Internet; working from home; video conferencing; and home security through monitoring and other services. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Randburg, South Africa.

Blue Strata Trading

Acquisition in 2015
Blue Strata Trading operates as a financial services provider.It offers import and working capital for import transaction aspects in the areas of order placement, foreign exchange and supplier payment.

Jimubox

Series C in 2015
Jimubox is a Chinese marketplace lending platform that facilitates SME loans and individual consumption loans for Chinese Borrowers.

Terminalfour

Venture Round in 2015
TERMINALFOUR Solutions Ltd. specializes in providing a comprehensive digital marketing and web content management platform tailored for higher education institutions. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the company offers a range of services through its flagship product, TERMINALFOUR Site Manager. This platform facilitates the creation, management, and delivery of accessible information across various channels, including websites, mobile platforms, and intranets. Additionally, TERMINALFOUR provides features such as responsive design, web transformation, migration services, and integration with student information systems and customer relationship management tools. The company's offerings also encompass digital marketing techniques, email marketing, and social media campaign management, all designed to support educational institutions in enhancing student recruitment, retention, and alumni engagement. With locations in Boston, Massachusetts, Berkshire, United Kingdom, and Sydney, Australia, TERMINALFOUR is recognized as a rapidly growing leader in the web content management sector.

Liquid Telecom

Debt Financing in 2015
Liquid Telecom is an independent data, voice, and IP provider that commits to build a digital future. Liquid Telecom has built Africa’s largest single fibre network, currently stretching over 18,000km across Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, DRC, Lesotho and South Africa. The award-winning Pan-African fibre network covers Africa’s fastest growing economies, where no fixed network has existed before.

Intrepid Aviation

Venture Round in 2014
Intrepid Aviation Limited is a privately held aircraft leasing company that specializes in acquiring and leasing passenger aircraft to airline operators globally. Established in 2014, the company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut. Intrepid Aviation focuses on owning and managing a diverse portfolio of commercial aircraft, providing essential leasing services to meet the needs of airlines around the world.

Nujira

Venture Round in 2014
In the cellular and digital broadcast infrastructure markets, Nujira's High Accuracy Tracking (HATâ„¢) Power Modulators for 3G, evolved 3G, DVB and WiMAX broadband RF power amplifiers enable equipment vendors to design flexible, power-efficient, smaller, cheaper base stations and transmitters to meet the increasingly demanding needs of operators and broadcasters worldwide.
Keaton Energy Holdings Limited (Keaton Energy) is a coal mining and development company, with its shares listed on the main board of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. The company’s assets comprise two operating collieries, Vanggatfontein and Vaalkrantz; two development projects, Sterkfontein and Braakfontein; and an exploration pipeline including three prospects that have potential as expansions to existing collieries and projects, and two that may result in new development projects.

AMCS

Series B in 2014
AMCS Group are an Irish company that are involved in the provision of RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) solutions. James Martin and Austin Ryan established advanced Manufacturing Control Systems (AMCS) Ltd in 2002. It is an Irish company with headquarters in the Innovation Works in Castletroy, Limerick. AMCS has an experienced team of engineers and technicians who combine technically advanced solutions with first class customer support, AMCS Group is the world's provider of integrated, end-to-end software and solutions for the waste, recycling, logistics and resource management industry.From cutting edge Weighing & RFID technology to a full suite of ERP software with ELEMOS, AMCS solutions can cover all aspects of your operation from bin, vehicle & skip management, mobile computing & weighbridge control to invoicing, customer reporting & analysis.The company’s solutions are used by the worlds leading municipalities, private recycling and waste collectors and commercial waste haulers providing residential, commercial, hazardous,recycling and disposal services.

Gridstore

Series B in 2013
Gridstore™ is the leader in HyperConverged All-Flash Infrastructure for the Microsoft Cloud-Inspired Data Center. Our customers gain a 10X performance improvement over traditional storage as we put all-flash as close to the workload as possible. They realize 4X lower TCO by consolidation of three layers of infrastructure into one scalable layer built on X86 hardware and 10X less management effort due to less management points and less infrastructure to manage. Gridstore's HyperConverged Appliances include both compute and storage in a single system, and provide external storage and work with any Windows servers and the HyperConverged Appliance, all driven by Gridstore's patented software. Gridstore software architecture delivers native Windows integration, per-VM I/O control, and elastic and independent scaling of resources. Gridstore is headquartered in Mountain View, CA. and its products and services are available through a global network of value-added resellers.

Fenergo

Venture Round in 2013
Fenergo is a provider of client onboarding lifecycle management software for corporate, investment and private banks. Established in 2009, its onboarding technologies span front and middle office operations to provide banking clients with an end-to-end client lifecycle management solution that includes compliance and banking process management such as: Onboarding compliance (KYC, CDD, AML, TDSI, MiFID II, FATCA, Dodd-Frank) Legal entity data management Product onboarding Collateral Management Client servicing Credit mitigants & collateral management. Its client base includes some of the world’s leading banks and prime brokerages and its solutions help them to enhance client experience through faster and efficient onboarding, improved client set-up times and a more consistent client onboarding experience. In 2012, Fenergo’s Client Onboarding Lifecycle Management solution was awarded the Good Accreditation standard for proven client satisfaction across its client base.

Pure360

Venture Round in 2013
Pure360 is an email & SMS marketing provider who specialise in helping businesses get the best results from their campaigns. They don't tie customers into long contracts and provide full training, support and advice at no extra cost. Their email marketing and SMS software is developed in-house using customer feedback.

Paragon Print & Packaging Group

Debt Financing in 2013
The Paragon Print and Packaging Group is the UK leader in manufacturing responsible packaging products for fresh and chilled Food, Ambient food, Beverage, Personal Care, Household and Healthcare retail market sectors. Manufacturing Self Adhesive labels, Linerless Labels, Flexible Film, Sleeves, Cartons and Laminated board packaging.

Explore Learning

Debt Financing in 2013
Explore Learning Ltd. operates tutorial centers in the United Kingdom. The company provides mathematics and English tutorials; and 11 plus and entrance exams preparation courses that cover verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, arithmetic and reasoning, writing composition, reading comprehension, vocabulary, punctuation, and grammar and spelling, as well as online home practice resources. It offers its services for 5-14 year old children. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Guildford, United Kingdom.

The Evolution Group Ltd

Acquisition in 2011
The Evolution Group Ltd provides investment banking, investment management, and equity funding alternatives.

Rensburg Sheppards plc

Acquisition in 2010
Rensburg Sheppards plc is a holding company that offers private client investment management services through its subsidiaries. It provides discretionary and advisory portfolio management services for private clients; specialist investment management services for charities, pension schemes, and trusts; and independent financial planning advice for private clients and businesses. It also offers discretionary investment management for company pension and self invested personal pension schemes; advice and guidance on pension schemes, life assurance, and income protection schemes; individual and corporate tax planning services, including ISAs and venture capital trusts; and inheritance tax planning services. The company was formerly known as Rensburg plc and changed its name to Rensburg Sheppards plc in May 2005. The company was founded in 1852 and is based in Leeds, United Kingdom. As of March 31, 2011, Rensburg Sheppards plc operates as a subsidiary of Investec Bank Plc.

Telinet

Venture Round in 2008
Telinet is a complete Information Communications Technology provider, delivering communications and IT from one supplier, priding itself on high levels of customer service and quality. Together with group companies, EVD, Pasporte and Ipitomi, Telinet has over 40 years of combined telecom and IT expertise, with headquarters in central London and operating throughout the UK.

E-Band Communications

Series B in 2007
E-Band Communications, LLC specializes in the design and manufacture of multi-gigabit capacity wireless communication systems, utilizing advanced millimeter-wave radio technology. Founded in 2003 and based in San Diego, California, the company offers a range of point-to-point solutions, including macro cell and small cell backhaul radios, fiber extension for enterprises, and temporary high-capacity links for disaster recovery. E-Band’s systems operate within the E-band spectrum, providing data rates from 1 to 3 Gbps, with future capabilities targeting 10 Gbps over several miles and high availability. Their products cater to various sectors, including wireless service providers, government offices, healthcare, and educational institutions, addressing needs such as last-mile access and mobile backhaul. In addition to hardware, E-Band offers product support, training, and licensing services, distributing its solutions through strategic partnerships and channel partners across multiple regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

CPower

Series A in 2007
CPower, Inc. offers energy conservation and management consulting services. The company’s suite provides revenue generation, energy conservation measurement, usage forecasting, and strategic consulting services. Its clientele include CB Richard Ellis, Equity Office Properties,Morgan Stanley, Macy’s, Starwood Hotels, Hines Property Management, Forest City Ratner Corporation, Co-op City, Macklowe Properties, RFR Realty, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Newmark Properties, Douglas Elliman Property Management, The State of Massachusetts’ Division of Capital Asset Management, Lenox Hill Hospital, Cooper Square Realty, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and Wentworth Management. CPower, Inc. was formerly known as ConsumerPowerline, Inc. and changed its name in September, 2008. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in New York, New York.

Kensington

Acquisition in 2007
Kensington offers over 400 products, organized into seven different categories. They are a worldwide leader in notebook security, offering the world's most secure locking solution for notebooks, and the worldwide leader in portable notebook power. Kensington provide a full catalog of mobile computing solutions: award-winning mice, keyboards and docking stations, stylish notebook cases and a complete line of accessories for the iPhone, iPod and other MP3 players. Kensington delivers technology accessories that make the digital experience more productive and enjoyable in the office, at home or on the go.

Proximetry

Series A in 2007
Proximetry, Inc. develops software solutions that manage the Internet of Things (IoT) from various remote sensing devices and related applications to systems in aircraft and critical infrastructure. Its products are used in lighting, transportation, automobile charging station, building management system, home automation and safety, smart city and utility, pipeline safety, and energy monitoring applications. The company’s customers include device developers and OEMs; chipset partners and enterprise network operators managing demanding IoT solutions for smart utilities; smart cities; building management, industrial process control, intelligent transportation, and other industries worldwide. The company was founded in 2005 and is based in San Diego, California with an additional office in Katowice, Poland. As of December 22, 2016, Proximetry, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Relayr, Inc.

Platform Solutions

Series B in 2004
Platform Solutions, Inc. develops Open Mainframe computers compatible with a set of datacenter environments and operating systems. It offers Open Mainframe servers, Open Systems servers, and NEC D-Series storage arrays. The company's System64 product line consolidates z/OS, Windows, and Linux operating system in one secure and reliable operating environment based on Intel Itanium 2 processor technology. Platform Solutions has a strategic partnership with T3 Technologies. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Sunnyvale, California. As of June 30, 2008, Platform Solutions, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of International Business Machines Corp.