NCB Ventures

WOTA is a technology company focused on developing innovative solutions to address global water scarcity issues. It specializes in creating small-scale, decentralized water recycling systems and autonomous control systems for water treatment. The company's flagship product, WOTA BOX, launched in 2019, is a portable water reclamation plant that can recycle over 98% of domestic wastewater, providing a compact solution (0.25 cubic meters) for continuous water use even in emergency situations with no water supply. In 2020, WOTA introduced WOSH, a water circulation hand-washing machine designed for areas without running water, offering both hand washing and smartphone sterilization capabilities to enhance public hygiene.

LUCA Science Inc. is a biotechnology company based in Japan that specializes in developing innovative mitochondrial therapies aimed at restoring cellular bioenergetics in damaged tissues and organs. Utilizing patented iMIT technology, the company creates a novel platform of highly functional mitochondria, which can be supplied to affected areas to enhance bioenergetics and restore normal cellular functions. By harnessing mitochondria as biopharmaceutical agents, LUCA Science aims to address a range of unmet medical needs and improve disease states through the stabilization and control of mitochondrial activity. This groundbreaking approach positions LUCA Science at the forefront of mitochondrial therapy, with the potential to significantly impact the treatment landscape for various health conditions.

Authentic Japan designs and manufactures personal rescue transmitters to aid in locating missing or distressed individuals during outdoor activities. Its Coco Heli transmitter, introduced in 2016 with support from various partners, is intended to enable early detection of missing persons and to enhance safety for climbers. The company aims to extend its service coverage from mountains to coastal areas and to become a leading safety partner in outdoor activities. Its rescue transmitters are designed to be carried in bags by trekkers, helping locate elderly people who wander and children who become lost, providing a practical tool for search and rescue operations.

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.

Founded in 2009, Vearsa operates a digital distribution platform for publishers and distributors. It offers global ebook distribution services, consolidated sales reports, analytics tools, and book tracking services. The platform monitors retailer websites daily, providing insights into availability, pricing, and rights enforcement. Vearsa simplifies eBook management by handling distribution, administration, billing duties, conversions, and connecting with publishers, retailers, and libraries.

Brite:Bill Limited, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with additional locations in London, Madrid, Toronto, and Philadelphia, specializes in providing customer communications software to enhance billing systems for service providers. The company's solutions transform traditional bills into personalized communications, allowing businesses to deliver targeted messages to their customers. Brite:Bill also offers a corporate bill analyzer tool that provides reporting and analytics, delivering customized dashboards of billing and user data reports for corporate clients.

Terminalfour is a rapidly growing web content management company based in Dublin, Ireland, founded in 1996. Specializing in the higher education sector, its flagship product, Terminalfour Site Manager, is designed to enhance the creation, flow, and delivery of accessible information across various channels, including websites, mobile platforms, and intranets. The company offers a comprehensive suite of cloud services that incorporate digital marketing techniques, email marketing, landing page creation, social media campaign management, and social analytics. These tools assist educational institutions in driving student recruitment, retention, alumni fundraising, and research promotion, making Terminalfour a valuable partner for organizations looking to improve their digital presence and engagement.

AMCS Group is an Irish company headquartered in Limerick, specializing in integrated software and technology solutions for the waste, recycling, and resource management industries. Founded in 2002 by James Martin and Austin Ryan, AMCS offers a comprehensive range of products, including RFID technology, weighing systems, and ERP software, which facilitate efficient management of operations such as bin, vehicle, and skip management. The company’s platform is designed to standardize and optimize business processes, enabling clients to reduce operating costs, enhance asset utilization, and improve customer service. AMCS Group serves a diverse clientele, including municipalities, private recycling firms, and commercial waste haulers, helping them transition towards a circular economy for better resource management and logistics.

Cellix Ltd., established in 2004, specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of microfluidic pumping solutions and associated products. Based in Dublin, Ireland, with an additional office in New York, the company serves biology laboratories across academia, government, and the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries worldwide. Cellix's portfolio includes micro fluidic pumps, biochips mimicking human capillaries, and software for cell analysis. These solutions enable researchers to perform in-vitro assays under physiological conditions, mimicking in-vivo conditions of the blood vessel, and study drug effects on cell activity for various applications such as cardiovascular, oncology, and infectious diseases. The company's products are sold through distributors in Europe and Asia.

AMCS Group is an Irish company headquartered in Limerick, specializing in integrated software and technology solutions for the waste, recycling, and resource management industries. Founded in 2002 by James Martin and Austin Ryan, AMCS offers a comprehensive range of products, including RFID technology, weighing systems, and ERP software, which facilitate efficient management of operations such as bin, vehicle, and skip management. The company’s platform is designed to standardize and optimize business processes, enabling clients to reduce operating costs, enhance asset utilization, and improve customer service. AMCS Group serves a diverse clientele, including municipalities, private recycling firms, and commercial waste haulers, helping them transition towards a circular economy for better resource management and logistics.

Jackie Skelly Fitness, founded in 1992 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, operates fitness centers that provide a range of leisure and fitness facilities. The company offers various programs and classes, including gym access, spin and aerobics studios, as well as amenities such as sauna, steam room, and Jacuzzi facilities. By focusing on enhancing the leisure experience for consumers and fitness enthusiasts, Jackie Skelly Fitness aims to promote health and well-being in the community.