EMV Capital

EMV Capital Ltd is a London-based private equity and venture capital firm that focuses on investments in early-stage deep tech companies across various sectors, including healthcare, sustainability, energy, transportation, and industrial high-tech. Established in 2018, the firm specializes in incubation, seed stage, and growth investments, avoiding sectors such as mobile applications and consumer-focused digital media. EMV Capital aims to develop tailored investment strategies for each portfolio company, leveraging its extensive network of investors, which includes family offices and institutional venture capital funds. The firm emphasizes environmental sustainability and ethical investment principles in its approach. Additionally, EMV Capital provides advisory services and follows up with co-investments to support its portfolio companies. The firm's team possesses diverse expertise in investment, industry, corporate finance, and mergers and acquisitions, which enhances its ability to lead and structure investments alongside major corporations.

Ian Cooke

Venture Partner

Stephen Crowe

CFO

Edward Hooper

Director

Charles Laughton

Associate Director, Corporate Finance

Harry Miller

Investment Associate

Chris Niehaus

Venture Partner, Industrials / M&A

Igor Turevsky

Venture Partner

Mark Williams

Venture Partner

23 past transactions

Q-Bot

Venture Round in 2022
Q-Bot Limited, founded in 2012 and based in London, specializes in developing robotic tools that operate beneath floors to insulate floorboards. The company has created a robotics platform capable of accessing, surveying, evaluating, and applying treatments across various sectors. Q-Bot's intelligent tools employ artificial intelligence to assess and maintain building health, thereby enhancing building quality and energy efficiency while minimizing risks for workers. By utilizing innovative methods, Q-Bot offers construction professionals a cost-effective and non-disruptive solution for improving home comfort and energy performance. The company is supported by a mix of government grants, private investments, and sales revenue, and has received backing from organizations such as Climate-KIC and The Technology Strategy Board.

Martlet Capital

Venture Round in 2021
Martlet Capital is an early-stage investor based in Cambridge, providing patient capital to deep technology and life science startups with high growth potential. They seek to support entrepreneurs with value beyond capital. They have experience of helping companies scale from first-round through to exit. Visit their website to take a look at how we work and their investment focus.

EpiBone

Venture Round in 2021
EpiBone, Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Brooklyn, New York, founded in 2013, that focuses on developing innovative solutions for bone reconstruction. The company employs advanced technology to create defect-specific living bone grafts by utilizing scans of a patient’s bone defect along with their own stem cells. This process involves cultivating the graft in a custom bioreactor, allowing the new bone to grow in a controlled environment. EpiBone's approach aims to deliver precise repair of bone defects, streamline surgical procedures, enhance bone formation and regeneration, and reduce recovery times. This technology presents a significant advancement for the over 900,000 patients who undergo bone-related surgeries annually, eliminating the complications typically associated with foreign body implants.

PointGrab

Venture Round in 2021
PointGrab Ltd. specializes in machine learning technology for optical IoT devices designed for home and building automation. Founded in 2008 and based in Hod Hasharon, Israel, the company offers solutions such as PointSwitch, an optical module that transforms visual signals into actionable analytics. This technology provides essential features like occupancy sensing, ambient light detection, and behavioral analytics, enabling businesses to optimize real estate management, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs while ensuring employee privacy and welfare. PointGrab is recognized as a leader in the commercial real estate sector, integrating its optical sensors with connected systems for lighting, HVAC, safety, security, and access control, thereby delivering comprehensive insights into occupant usage within buildings.

SageTech

Seed Round in 2021
SageTech Medical Equipment specializes in the development of anesthetic technology for both human and veterinary healthcare providers. Founded in 2015 and based in Paignton, United Kingdom, the company has created a patented process that captures, extracts, and purifies inhalational anesthetic agents. This innovative approach not only offers significant cost savings but also addresses environmental concerns associated with anesthetic waste. SageTech's systems are designed to operate on both industrial and compact scales, allowing for bulk capture in larger settings as well as integration into anesthetic machines for recycling in clinical environments. By promoting a circular economy for anesthetic agents, SageTech provides a sustainable solution that benefits healthcare providers and the environment alike.

Sofant

Venture Round in 2021
Sofant Technologies Ltd specializes in designing and licensing smart antenna and tunable RF solutions for manufacturers of smartphones and tablets. Established in 2011 and based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, the company focuses on radio-frequency micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) to address power consumption and heat challenges in high-frequency phased array antenna systems. Sofant's product offerings include compact smart antenna solutions, tunable impedance matching modules, and various RF MEMS components such as capacitors and phase shifters. By integrating patented technology with innovative antenna designs and machine learning algorithms, Sofant aims to help organizations reduce costs and complexity in the emerging millimeter-wave market, particularly for fifth-generation and satellite communication applications.

SageTech

Seed Round in 2020
SageTech Medical Equipment specializes in the development of anesthetic technology for both human and veterinary healthcare providers. Founded in 2015 and based in Paignton, United Kingdom, the company has created a patented process that captures, extracts, and purifies inhalational anesthetic agents. This innovative approach not only offers significant cost savings but also addresses environmental concerns associated with anesthetic waste. SageTech's systems are designed to operate on both industrial and compact scales, allowing for bulk capture in larger settings as well as integration into anesthetic machines for recycling in clinical environments. By promoting a circular economy for anesthetic agents, SageTech provides a sustainable solution that benefits healthcare providers and the environment alike.

Sofant

Venture Round in 2020
Sofant Technologies Ltd specializes in designing and licensing smart antenna and tunable RF solutions for manufacturers of smartphones and tablets. Established in 2011 and based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, the company focuses on radio-frequency micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) to address power consumption and heat challenges in high-frequency phased array antenna systems. Sofant's product offerings include compact smart antenna solutions, tunable impedance matching modules, and various RF MEMS components such as capacitors and phase shifters. By integrating patented technology with innovative antenna designs and machine learning algorithms, Sofant aims to help organizations reduce costs and complexity in the emerging millimeter-wave market, particularly for fifth-generation and satellite communication applications.

Sofant

Venture Round in 2019
Sofant Technologies Ltd specializes in designing and licensing smart antenna and tunable RF solutions for manufacturers of smartphones and tablets. Established in 2011 and based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, the company focuses on radio-frequency micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) to address power consumption and heat challenges in high-frequency phased array antenna systems. Sofant's product offerings include compact smart antenna solutions, tunable impedance matching modules, and various RF MEMS components such as capacitors and phase shifters. By integrating patented technology with innovative antenna designs and machine learning algorithms, Sofant aims to help organizations reduce costs and complexity in the emerging millimeter-wave market, particularly for fifth-generation and satellite communication applications.

Q-Bot

Series A in 2019
Q-Bot Limited, founded in 2012 and based in London, specializes in developing robotic tools that operate beneath floors to insulate floorboards. The company has created a robotics platform capable of accessing, surveying, evaluating, and applying treatments across various sectors. Q-Bot's intelligent tools employ artificial intelligence to assess and maintain building health, thereby enhancing building quality and energy efficiency while minimizing risks for workers. By utilizing innovative methods, Q-Bot offers construction professionals a cost-effective and non-disruptive solution for improving home comfort and energy performance. The company is supported by a mix of government grants, private investments, and sales revenue, and has received backing from organizations such as Climate-KIC and The Technology Strategy Board.

Vortex Biosciences

Acquisition in 2019
Vortex Biosciences, Inc., founded in 2010 and located in Palo Alto, California, specializes in developing liquid biopsy technology for cancer diagnosis and monitoring. The company focuses on oncology diagnostics by integrating cancer biology, microfluidic engineering, and informatics to create advanced tools for isolating and characterizing circulating tumor cells (CTCs). Its flagship product, the VTX-1 Liquid Biopsy System, automates the label-free isolation and collection of viable CTCs from whole blood, eliminating the need for pre-treatment. This system allows healthcare professionals to efficiently collect intact CTCs with high purity in under an hour, ultimately improving therapeutic decisions and outcomes for cancer patients.

Wanda Inc

Acquisition in 2019
Wanda Inc is a company focused on providing innovative healthcare solutions through its intelligent platform designed for Remote Patient Monitoring and Virtual Care. The company specializes in disease management programs related to cardiology, chronic diseases, and comorbidities, aiming to enhance health outcomes and elevate patient experiences. Wanda Inc's technology offers the ability to identify potential adverse events in patients with acute, chronic, and specialty diseases up to seven days in advance, allowing healthcare providers to receive timely alerts and detailed insights. This proactive approach enables clinicians to intervene early, ultimately empowering patients to take control of their health and wellbeing while also reducing the overall cost of care and improving staff wellbeing.

Vortex Biosciences

Series A in 2019
Vortex Biosciences, Inc., founded in 2010 and located in Palo Alto, California, specializes in developing liquid biopsy technology for cancer diagnosis and monitoring. The company focuses on oncology diagnostics by integrating cancer biology, microfluidic engineering, and informatics to create advanced tools for isolating and characterizing circulating tumor cells (CTCs). Its flagship product, the VTX-1 Liquid Biopsy System, automates the label-free isolation and collection of viable CTCs from whole blood, eliminating the need for pre-treatment. This system allows healthcare professionals to efficiently collect intact CTCs with high purity in under an hour, ultimately improving therapeutic decisions and outcomes for cancer patients.

Wanda Inc

Series A in 2019
Wanda Inc is a company focused on providing innovative healthcare solutions through its intelligent platform designed for Remote Patient Monitoring and Virtual Care. The company specializes in disease management programs related to cardiology, chronic diseases, and comorbidities, aiming to enhance health outcomes and elevate patient experiences. Wanda Inc's technology offers the ability to identify potential adverse events in patients with acute, chronic, and specialty diseases up to seven days in advance, allowing healthcare providers to receive timely alerts and detailed insights. This proactive approach enables clinicians to intervene early, ultimately empowering patients to take control of their health and wellbeing while also reducing the overall cost of care and improving staff wellbeing.

Insight

Series A in 2018
Insight is a manufacturer specializing in all-semiconductor swept lasers, primarily aimed at enhancing medical imaging and various industrial applications. The company has developed a unique akinetic laser platform that significantly outperforms traditional time-of-flight measurement systems, which are limited in their ability to improve 3D imaging quality. Insight's technology leverages Optical Coherence Technology (OCT) to provide imaging capabilities that are 2 to 20 times faster, 10 times higher in resolution, and 10 to 100 times more sensitive than existing solutions. This innovation eliminates moving or thermally operated components, resulting in enhanced durability, reliability, and flexibility in operation. Insight's products enable improvements in resource efficiency, facilitate safer autonomous vehicles, and optimize manufacturing processes, making them valuable across various sectors.

SageTech

Series A in 2018
SageTech Medical Equipment specializes in the development of anesthetic technology for both human and veterinary healthcare providers. Founded in 2015 and based in Paignton, United Kingdom, the company has created a patented process that captures, extracts, and purifies inhalational anesthetic agents. This innovative approach not only offers significant cost savings but also addresses environmental concerns associated with anesthetic waste. SageTech's systems are designed to operate on both industrial and compact scales, allowing for bulk capture in larger settings as well as integration into anesthetic machines for recycling in clinical environments. By promoting a circular economy for anesthetic agents, SageTech provides a sustainable solution that benefits healthcare providers and the environment alike.

Nanotech Industrial Solutions

Venture Round in 2018
Nanotech Industrial Solutions specializes in the production of advanced oil additives and formulations for various applications, including engine oils, metalworking fluids, and greases. The company employs patented technology to create spherical nanoparticles that enhance the performance of industrial lubricants. These nanostructured materials significantly improve friction and wear properties, which contributes to greater resource efficiency in heavy machinery and industrial operations. By enhancing the extreme pressure capacity of lubricants, Nanotech Industrial Solutions enables automotive and industrial businesses to reduce downtime and optimize their operational efficiency.

PointGrab

Series A in 2015
PointGrab Ltd. specializes in machine learning technology for optical IoT devices designed for home and building automation. Founded in 2008 and based in Hod Hasharon, Israel, the company offers solutions such as PointSwitch, an optical module that transforms visual signals into actionable analytics. This technology provides essential features like occupancy sensing, ambient light detection, and behavioral analytics, enabling businesses to optimize real estate management, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs while ensuring employee privacy and welfare. PointGrab is recognized as a leader in the commercial real estate sector, integrating its optical sensors with connected systems for lighting, HVAC, safety, security, and access control, thereby delivering comprehensive insights into occupant usage within buildings.

Autorose

Seed Round in 2015
Autorose Ltd is a London-based company founded in 2014 that develops a mobile application designed to connect cars, drivers, and mechanics. The application offers a predictive vehicle maintenance platform, allowing users to track their car's health and receive timely information on maintenance needs, thereby helping avoid unexpected repair costs. Key features of the platform include car health monitoring, predictive maintenance alerts, fuel economy tracking, remote diagnostics, and engine alerts. By providing users with essential maintenance information, Autorose aims to enhance vehicle performance and safety. The company is part of the EcoMachines Ventures portfolio.

Recycling Technologies

Seed Round in 2014
Recycling Technologies offers solutions to help customers achieve financial gains through turning mixed plastic waste into a valuable resource. It has developed a machine – the RT7000 – to convert plastic waste into Plaxx®, a chemical feedstock for plastic production. The machine is compact and modular, and designed to integrate with existing waste sites to significantly increase recycling capacity.

Q-Bot

Seed Round in 2014
Q-Bot Limited, founded in 2012 and based in London, specializes in developing robotic tools that operate beneath floors to insulate floorboards. The company has created a robotics platform capable of accessing, surveying, evaluating, and applying treatments across various sectors. Q-Bot's intelligent tools employ artificial intelligence to assess and maintain building health, thereby enhancing building quality and energy efficiency while minimizing risks for workers. By utilizing innovative methods, Q-Bot offers construction professionals a cost-effective and non-disruptive solution for improving home comfort and energy performance. The company is supported by a mix of government grants, private investments, and sales revenue, and has received backing from organizations such as Climate-KIC and The Technology Strategy Board.

Rotary EcoMachines

Seed Round in 2014
Rotary EcoMachines Limited specializes in the development and manufacturing of rotary piston combustion engines. These engines are utilized across various sectors, including the automotive industry, pumps, concentrated solar power applications, and unmanned aerial vehicles. Designed to be lightweight and efficient, the engines feature a unique structure that eliminates reciprocating parts, allowing for a large rotating mass that functions as a flywheel. This design improves airflow for cooling and enhances performance, making the engines suitable for hybrid electric motor applications while ensuring low fuel consumption.

Power Drive Efficiency

Seed Round in 2014
Power Drive Efficiency Ltd specializes in the development of energy-efficient equipment aimed at enhancing performance across various sectors, including mining, production, material handling, transportation, and water management. Established in 2014 and headquartered in London, the company offers a wide range of products, including smart motors, meters, drives, relays, transformers, distribution panels, and PLC/BMS systems. Power Drive Efficiency incorporates integrated Internet of Things solutions into its offerings, ensuring compatibility with both legacy and modern equipment. The company's technology particularly focuses on optimizing the energy efficiency of industrial motors by enhancing their power supply control.
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