Constantine Energy Storage
Debt Financing in 2025
Constantine Energy Storage is an energy storage company based in Godalming, United Kingdom. It specializes in providing energy management and renewable energy services, focusing on enhancing battery energy storage capabilities for its clients. By investing in energy storage projects, the company aims to improve energy security and facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources.
Shot Scope
Debt Financing in 2024
Shot Scope is a technology company based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, focused on developing performance-tracking devices for golfers. The company's innovative device collects and analyzes a wide range of statistics from golf games, enabling players to gain a competitive edge and make informed decisions on the course. By identifying areas for improvement, Shot Scope allows golfers to tailor their practice sessions to address specific weaknesses. The technology is designed to provide detailed insights into various aspects of a player's performance, including club distances, approaches, short games, tee shots, and putting. Shot Scope's products are expected to undergo trials on UK golf courses, with a general release planned for 2016.
Sessions
Venture Round in 2023
Curators of original food, brands and experiences. Bringing non-stop originality to kitchens everywhere. Sessions is a growth platform for original food brands and experiences. Founded in 2019, we're on a mission to bring non-stop originality to every kitchen and food lovers across the UK. Today we have launched and scaled 10 food brands, partnered with 270+ hot kitchens delivering over 3 million orders, launched curated residencies in popular venues such as Mikkeller Brewery and Roundhouse, and are the team, chefs and hands behind the iconic reimagined food hall in Brighton, Sessions @ Shelter Hall. We Manage, Licence & Franchise our food brands alongside creating food tech products such as POS systems and kitchen tech hardware. Who's Hungry?
Ripple
Corporate Round in 2023
Ripple Energy Limited, established in 2017 and headquartered in Taunton, UK, specializes in developing and managing wind farm projects that generate electricity. Its mission is to make clean energy ownership accessible and affordable to everyone, enabling consumers to own shares in large-scale wind farms and solar parks through a cooperative society. Ripple handles the complexities of construction and management, allowing consumers to benefit from clean, low-cost electricity and reduced energy bills. By 2050, the company aims to facilitate a future where over 80% of the UK's electricity comes from renewable sources, with consumers directly owning their power supply.
Taylor & Hart
Venture Round in 2023
Taylor & Hart Limited is a London-based company that specializes in the design and sale of diamond engagement rings, wedding rings, and custom jewelry. Established in 2011, the company focuses on allowing individuals to express their emotions through unique, personalized pieces. It offers an extensive selection of over 100,000 ethically sourced, GIA-graded diamonds, ensuring high quality and ethical standards. Taylor & Hart has received numerous accolades, including the "Best New Jeweler" award in 2014, and has been featured in prominent publications such as the Telegraph and Forbes. The company operates primarily online, providing worldwide shipping, and has garnered a customer satisfaction rating exceeding 9.6 out of 10 from over 120 reviews. Taylor & Hart has successfully raised over $500,000 through crowdfunding initiatives and has transacted more than $2 million in sales over the past year. A distinctive feature of each ring is a pink diamond set on the inside, which serves as the company's trademark.
Horizon Technologies
Debt Financing in 2021
Horizon Technologies is a global leader in innovative signals intelligence (SIGINT) and space-based maritime domain awareness (MDA) solutions. The company specializes in airborne satellite phone monitoring systems designed to passively intercept and monitor satellite communications, including voice, fax, data, and SMS. Its flagship product, the FlyingFishâ„¢ SIGINT system, is operational on various platforms worldwide and enhances the SIGINT capabilities of governments. Horizon Technologies actively participates in search and rescue missions through NATO and FRONTEX in the Mediterranean Sea and is involved in counter-piracy operations off the coast of East Africa and in Asia. The company plays a significant role in international operations across the Levant and numerous regions in Africa, reflecting its commitment to enhancing global security through advanced intelligence solutions.
Virgin Money
Acquisition in 2018
Virgin Money PLC, a subsidiary of Virgin Money Holdings (UK) PLC, operates as a retail bank in the United Kingdom. It offers a wide range of financial services, including savings and current accounts, mortgages, credit cards, insurance products (such as life, travel, home, car, and pet), pensions, investments, and international money transfers. The company serves both consumers and small to medium-sized businesses, operating through online and mobile channels, intermediaries, contact centers, and a network of stores and customer lounges. Virgin Money PLC was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, with a significant presence in Scotland through its Clydesdale Bank and Yorkshire Bank brands.
Northern Rock
Acquisition in 2011
Northern Rock is a British banking company that originated from the Northern Rock Building Society. It operates as a mortgage and savings bank, providing residential mortgages along with personal unsecured loans and secured commercial loans. The company raises funds through various channels, including sterling money markets, securitization of residential mortgage loans, capital markets, covered bonds, and the domestic retail savings market. Additionally, Northern Rock offers a selection of household insurance and payment protection products, primarily targeting its residential mortgage customers through partnerships with third-party providers.
Church House Investment Management
Acquisition in 2010
Church House Investment Management is a London-based wealth management firm founded in 1999. It operates as a private and independent investment management company, providing fund management services primarily for private clients, family groups, and charities. The firm is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, ensuring adherence to industry standards and practices. The executive team manages the firm's assets, leveraging their expertise to serve the financial interests of their clients.
Lendia
Acquisition in 2006
Lendia offers individuals and businesses with loan and mortgage services. It offers an online platform that enables its customers to find information about rates and its services. Lendia was acquired by Virgin Money in October 2006. Lendia is based in Worcester, Massachusetts.