Prequel Ventures

CROWN is modernizing procurement negotiations through ethical eAuctions.

Neutreeno is a deep tech spinout from the University of Cambridge that specializes in engineering an intelligent decarbonization system aimed at helping businesses achieve net zero emissions. The company's innovative system is designed to prevent emissions at the source while providing clarity and transparency throughout the complex value chain. By offering insights into resource efficiency, Neutreeno enables clients to minimize waste and enhance circularity, ultimately guiding them toward achieving absolute zero emissions.

Bonx a startup studio focusing on operations (supply chain, construction, and industry), reinvents ERP for French SMEs. Bonx is a no-code ERP that can be deployed in a matter of weeks and readily adjusts to the difficulties unique to each manufacturer.

ZeKju is a digital communication and data exchange platform designed to enhance communication within supply chains. It primarily serves shippers, freight forwarders, and truckers by enabling efficient transport execution, yard communication, and fleet management. The platform allows drivers to utilize popular messaging applications such as WhatsApp and Telegram for daily tasks, incorporating features like auto-translation to facilitate seamless interactions. ZeKju's system supports the digital transmission of transport information, communication of operational changes, and real-time proof-of-delivery collection. By enabling the exchange of text messages, documents, and images, ZeKju helps clients reduce errors and save time in their logistics operations.

CBAMBOO is building the operating system for the world's carbon border taxes. Our mission is to keep firms compliant and drive them to decarbonise their supply chains. Our work focuses on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the world's first carbon border tax, which applies to EU importers in dozens of industries. We are developing AI tools to forecast CBAM costs, analyse embodied carbon, model the knock-on effects on prices, and report back on sustainability metrics. Our products will address the needs of importers, who pay CBAM directly, as well as their suppliers and their customers. As carbon border taxes evolve and spread globally, CBAMBOO plans to be at the forefront of helping firms to integrate carbon costs into their management decisions. Cbamboo was founded in May 2023 at Carbon13, and is based in London. In December 2023 it closed a £1m pre-seed round led by Pale blue dot.

Remaining international customs processes with state-of-the-art deep learning technology

PHINXT Robotics specializes in automating warehouse operations through its innovative mobile robotics platform. This platform allows warehouses of all sizes to deploy autonomous robots without requiring specialized expertise. PHINXT Robotics provides a unified system that facilitates real-time coordination and incorporates cloud-edge computing and distributed intelligence. Their services include goods-to-person systems, material handling, and parcel sorting, which collectively enhance operational performance for clients. By simplifying the integration of robotics into warehouse workflows, PHINXT Robotics aims to streamline processes and improve efficiency in logistics and supply chain management.

Nimmsta develops an industrial smartwatch designed to enhance efficiency in intralogistics. This innovative device features a paperwhite touch display and functions as a hands-free scanner, allowing users to grip and scan barcodes with one hand. By combining durable hardware with advanced software, Nimmsta's smartwatch supports central device management and configuration, facilitating interactive workflow guidance. The smartwatch is built to match the robustness of traditional industrial scanners, ultimately enabling companies to streamline their logistics processes, reduce error rates, and improve overall operational efficiency.

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