Ingenious

Ingenious Media, founded in 1998 and based in London, is a prominent investment firm focused on the creative sector, particularly in film, television, and live entertainment. The firm acts as a bridge between finance and business, leveraging its extensive industry expertise and diverse capital sources to identify and manage compelling investment opportunities. With over £8 billion invested, Ingenious has established a successful track record of collaboration with renowned international partners, including major studios and production companies. The firm boasts a highly experienced team dedicated to analyzing and negotiating media opportunities, ensuring exceptional execution in its endeavors. In addition to its focus on media, Ingenious also explores investments in infrastructure, real estate, and education, maintaining an open approach to new ideas and partnerships within these sectors.

Andrew Bidwell

Investment Director

Christelle Conan

Investment Director

Duncan M. Reid

CEO

Howard Sefton

Senior Investment Director

Peter Touche

Senior Investment Director

Pieter Vorster

CFO

Dimitriy Williamson

Senior Investment Manager

19 past transactions

Elmtronics

Seed Round in 2020
Elmtronics Limited designs, develops, and installs electric vehicle charging points. It offers public charging stations and electric car charging points at home and for business. It provides AC charging, DC charging, OLEV grants, and load balancing. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Consett, United Kingdom with additional office in Bristol, Manchester, Middlesex, and Edinburgh.

Igloo Vision

Venture Round in 2020
Igloo Vision Limited specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing immersive 360º projection technologies tailored for simulation, visualization, and experiential applications. The company offers a range of virtual reality tools, including media players, software interfaces, projector rigs, and immersive projection environments such as domes and cylinders. These projection spaces facilitate collaborative activities, training sessions, design meetings, and stakeholder engagement, accommodating groups ranging from 5 to 750 participants. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Craven Arms, United Kingdom, Igloo Vision has built a strong reputation over its decade-long operation, working with numerous prominent brands and delivering hundreds of events and installations globally. The company’s technologies support a variety of applications, including live feeds, video conferencing, and animated audiovisuals, providing a versatile platform for immersive experiences.

Shoreline

Series A in 2020
Shoreline AS is a data analytics and simulation software development and consulting company focused on the offshore wind industry. Founded in 2014 and based in Stavanger, Norway, the company offers innovative solutions that facilitate the planning, optimization, and analysis of energy production facilities. Its products, including MAINTSYS and SIMSTALL, provide subscription-based services geared towards the operational and maintenance aspects of offshore wind farms, covering logistics, installation, commissioning, and testing. Additionally, Shoreline AS delivers consultancy services throughout the entire life cycle of offshore wind projects, assisting developers, energy companies, and other stakeholders from initial assessments to decommissioning. With a strong emphasis on proprietary simulation and optimization algorithms, Shoreline aims to enhance efficiency and reduce risks and costs associated with renewable energy projects.

Switchee

Series A in 2020
Switchee Limited, founded in 2014 and based in London, specializes in connected devices and analytics tailored for landlords and their residents. The company's primary product is an internet-connected smart thermostat, which serves as an enterprise solution for managing heating and hot water in homes. Switchee has established itself as a leader in the social housing Internet of Things (IoT) sector in the UK, partnering with major housing associations. The technology not only helps landlords efficiently manage their properties but also identifies maintenance issues, reduces fuel costs, and enhances communication with residents. By utilizing real-time data, Switchee's thermostat can detect occupancy and optimize heating, ultimately saving landlords and tenants money. The company aims to combat fuel poverty and improve living conditions by providing essential insights through its devices, thus transforming the relationship between landlords and their residents.

TeraView

Venture Round in 2020
TeraView Limited specializes in developing and providing terahertz instruments that enable the generation, detection, and manipulation of terahertz radiation for material characterization. Established in 2000 and headquartered in Cambridge, UK, TeraView is the first company dedicated to the application of terahertz technology for imaging and spectroscopy. Its product range includes imaging and spectroscopy modules, large area scanning systems, medical imaging probes, and stand-off explosives detection systems. These products are utilized across various sectors, such as semiconductor packaging inspection, pharmaceutical research, and non-destructive testing. TeraView's technology uniquely offers non-invasive and non-destructive analysis, allowing for the detection of faults and quality variations in integrated circuits, as well as providing detailed structural and chemical information in applications like medical imaging and industrial inspection. The company also offers services including pharmaceutical contract terahertz analysis and applications support, with sales and support available throughout Europe, North America, and the Far East.

3D Repo

Series A in 2020
3D Repo Ltd. is a company that specializes in open source version control solutions for large-scale 3D architectural models hosted in the cloud. It offers a cloud-based building information modeling (BIM) version control system designed for professionals such as designers, architects, engineers, and operators. The company's flagship product, 3D Repo, facilitates real-time collaboration and efficient management of 3D designs. In addition to its software offerings, 3D Repo provides on-premise hosting, technical support services, research and development solutions, and commercial licensing options. Founded in 2014 and based in London, the company primarily serves the construction industry, helping clients enhance their project workflows and improve collaboration.

Winnow

Series B in 2019
Winnow Solutions Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence tools aimed at reducing food waste in the food service industry, including restaurants and commercial kitchens. Incorporated in 2013, the company offers a platform that automatically measures and analyzes food waste using smart scale technology integrated into waste bins. This system provides chefs with valuable data to enhance kitchen production processes, ultimately helping to cut food waste in half and promote more sustainable practices. By connecting commercial kitchens and fostering a community of chefs, Winnow aims to inspire a broader movement towards minimizing environmental impact and improving operational efficiency in the culinary sector.

Over-C

Venture Round in 2019
Over-C Ltd. specializes in mobile device and data management solutions, enhancing operational efficiency for various industries including utilities, security, healthcare, transport, leisure, and field services. The company provides a range of products such as Cloudflow, which monitors mobile device performance and optimizes data routing, and task monitoring solutions that facilitate real-time communication and scheduling for mobile workforces. Additionally, Over-C offers mobile application software to streamline processes by replacing traditional paper-based methods, as well as mobile access control solutions and asset tracking technologies like Tough Tracker. Their digital transformation platform leverages mobile devices and sensors to deliver real-time insights, enabling businesses to improve performance and compliance while empowering frontline workers. Headquartered in London, Over-C operates both in the United Kingdom and internationally.

Reactive Technologies

Venture Round in 2018
Reactive Technologies is an energy technology company based in London, focused on facilitating the clean energy transition for grid operators, power generators, and renewable asset owners. The company offers GridMetrix, a technology that provides real-time inertia measurements for transmission system operators, enhancing the accuracy of power grid data. Additionally, it offers GridMetrix for distribution network operators, which measures system strength to help address operational constraints. Reactive Technologies also features Tradenergy, a platform that enhances forecasting, risk management, and optimization of flexible energy options. The Dynamic PPA, powered by Tradenergy, allows generators to tap into market opportunities while mitigating imbalance and price risks. Established in 2010, Reactive Technologies aims to promote intelligent energy use and develop innovative solutions for a more sustainable energy industry.

Woto

Seed Round in 2014
Woto is an online publishing platform that allows users to create and share standalone pages of information, including articles, blogs, and landing pages. Launched in 2013 by Ian Collins, Yusuf Comez, and Ekin Caglar, the platform is based in London, England. Woto provides various tools for content creation, including widgets, analytics, and collaborative features, enabling users to publish their content with unique URLs. Its functionality supports social media sharing, making it easy for users to distribute their work across various channels. Overall, Woto empowers individuals and organizations to effectively communicate their messages through customizable and accessible online content.

Dingo

Seed Round in 2014
Dingo is an app that allows fans to buy and sell tickets to one another quickly, safely and conveniently. The secondary ticket market is a murky world rife with fraud, inflated prices and dodgy ticket touts…we think there is a better way. Dingo is a community of fans where only face value tickets can be bought and sold. Sellers can list tickets in seconds and chat with potential buyers through the app to arrange delivery or pick up. Buyers can pay in a few taps through our fully secured escrow payment system. What’s more our customer service team is on hand for whatever, whenever. So whether you are looking to buy tickets to a sold out show, trying to sell your tickets at the last minute or are simply browsing for bargains, Dingo has you covered.

Pocket Social

Seed Round in 2014
- OVERVIEW - Pocket Social is a web app that allows business owners who are pressed for time to easily manage their company's social media presence. A simple, intuitive interface allows them to action one task at a time. The app does the hard work in the background, prioritising tasks such as finding potential customers for a business owner to interact with on social media, discovering relevant content to read and share and identifying influencers to approach. - MARKET SIZE - Aimed at owner-operated businesses, micro & small companies and distinct teams within larger organisations. There are just under 5 million small and medium enterprises in the UK alone, employing nearly 15 million people and generating combined revenue of £1.6 trillion.

Seeker-Industries

Seed Round in 2013
Seeker-Industries Ltd. is a UK-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider that specializes in cloud-based solutions for the ecommerce and online publishing sectors. Founded in 2013 and located in St Albans, the company offers a comprehensive software suite designed to monitor websites and deliver critical insights. Its flagship product, Seeker:Monitor, functions as a proactive monitoring system that simulates user interactions to identify potential issues, thereby helping online businesses prevent revenue loss due to technical failures. Additionally, Seeker:Audit examines websites, their vendors, third-party tools, and affiliate links to ensure optimal performance. Seeker-Industries has gained recognition for its innovative approach, partnering with notable brands such as Unilever, Bauer, and Bosch.

Casabu

Series A in 2013
Casabu Limited is a UK-based company that operates a flash sales website specializing in stylish clothing, toys, nursery equipment, maternity gear, and treats for mothers. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in London, the company offers daily sales that feature a curated selection of well-known brands as well as emerging children's brands from the UK and Europe. This platform provides an accessible way for customers to find high-quality products at competitive prices.

Digital Theatre

Seed Round in 2013
Digital Theatre Ltd produces onscreen live performances for online audience. It enables users to download its digital theatre productions to their desktop, watch in their browser, stream to iPad application, or view on Smart TVs. The company also provides gift certificates, such as subscriptions for schools or colleges; and productions with documentaries and teaching resources to schools, libraries, and universities. It also offers solutions for its productions to be viewed in classrooms and lecture halls. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in London, United Kingdom. As of November 2, 2015, Digital Theatre Ltd operates as a subsidiary of Big Clever Learning.

Property Place

Venture Round in 2013
Property Place, a new application allowing users to search, share and sell property via their Facebook account goes live on the 11th November. It offers consumers and selling agents a more intuitive and efficient marketing alternative to existing channels.

Sportingo

Series A in 2007
Sportingo is a sports news company that serves as a global platform for sports enthusiasts to engage with sports media online. It offers two primary features: a user-generated content platform where individuals can write and rate articles about various sports topics, and an interactive centralized sports media guide that helps users navigate sports-related content. This approach allows fans to both consume and contribute to sports journalism, fostering a community-driven environment for sports discussions and storytelling.

In2Games

Series A in 2007
In2Games was founded in November 2000 by Managing Director Elliott Myers. Identifying the opportunity to create more immersive experiences within console gaming, In2Games is focusing its' efforts on the relationship between user input and on-screen action. The company developed and patented the Game-Trak 3D interactive game controller, and works closely with developers, publishers, and first party companies on a number of exciting Game-Trak projects for the PlayStation 2, X-Box, and PC formats.

Whizz Kid Entertainment

Venture Round in 2006
Whizz Kid Entertainment Limited is a television production company based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2005. The company specializes in creating a diverse array of multimedia programs, spanning genres such as entertainment, factual entertainment, documentaries, events, and music. Notable productions include popular shows like "Ex on the Beach" and "Lip Sync Battle UK." As of 2018, Whizz Kid Entertainment operates as a subsidiary of Entertainment One UK Holdings Limited, continuing to serve the global entertainment market with award-winning content.
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