Scottish Equity Partners LLP is an investment firm established in 2000 and based in Glasgow, United Kingdom, with additional offices in London and Edinburgh. The firm specializes in direct and secondary direct investments, focusing primarily on private equity and venture capital in technology and emerging growth sectors. It targets investments in areas such as consumer internet, information technology, renewable energy, healthcare, and telecommunications, while avoiding sectors like armaments, gambling, tobacco, and human cloning. Scottish Equity Partners typically invests between £1 million and £40 million in companies with minimum revenues of £5 million, predominantly in the UK and other European markets, particularly in Scotland and Ireland. The firm can take both minority and majority stakes in its investments, often leading the investment rounds while collaborating closely with management teams to enhance business growth and value. Additionally, Scottish Equity Partners is a signatory to the UN Principles for Responsible Investment, reflecting its commitment to responsible investing.
Restrata is a developer of a safety and security platform that focuses on enhancing workplace safety and asset security across various industries, including oil and gas, energy, manufacturing, mining, renewables, and construction. The platform integrates multiple data sources into a single, connected system, providing real-time visibility into on-site personnel and their locations. This capability is crucial for optimizing safety levels, particularly in hazardous environments or during off-the-grid transit. By utilizing cloud-based software, the Restrata platform ensures accessibility from any location, allowing organizations of varying sizes—from 20 to 200,000 employees—to monitor operations effectively. Additionally, Restrata offers security consulting, monitoring, and response services, enabling clients to manage risks efficiently and respond swiftly during emergencies.
Springtime Technologies
Private Equity Round in 2024
Springtime Technologies specializes in providing AP automation services through its platform, Invoicetrack. The company focuses on leveraging technology to streamline and optimize accounts payable processes for businesses. With a team of professionals, Springtime Technologies aims to enhance efficiency, reduce manual errors, and improve financial operations for its clients. The company's services are designed to support businesses in managing their invoice processing more effectively, ensuring timely payments and better financial management. Springtime Technologies operates with a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, offering solutions that cater to the specific needs of each client.
Braincube
Series B in 2023
Braincube is an innovative company focused on enhancing productivity for manufacturers through its industrial Internet of Things platform. The platform collects and organizes complex data generated by production machines into a secure database. By employing advanced AI technologies and predictive algorithms, Braincube enables factories and production teams to optimize equipment control settings. This approach supports manufacturers in improving operational efficiency and making informed decisions based on real-time data insights.
Cresset
Venture Round in 2022
Cresset is software and services for small molecule discovery and design.
Dohop
Private Equity Round in 2022
Dohop Ltd. is a technology provider based in Reykjavik, Iceland, specializing in travel and aviation solutions since its founding in 2004. The company operates a travel search engine that enables users to find the most affordable flights, hotels, and car rentals. Its offerings include Dohop Connection Search, which customizes flight searches for specific airlines or airports, and a flight search solution designed for airlines and airport websites. Additionally, Dohop provides GatwickConnects, allowing passengers to book connections between flights from different airlines at Gatwick Airport in a single transaction. Recognized for its innovative approach, Dohop develops solutions in virtual interline technology and has collaborated with various airlines and alliances, streamlining the process of creating connecting itineraries and enhancing travel connectivity.
Tyk
Series B in 2021
Tyk is an open source API gateway and management platform that facilitates interconnectivity between systems and devices. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, with additional offices in Singapore and Atlanta, Tyk provides a secure, cloud-native, and scalable solution for organizations across various sectors. The platform supports on-premises, cloud, and multi-cloud deployments, enabling developers to manage and analyze application programming interfaces effectively. Tyk processes millions of transactions daily for numerous clients, including notable companies such as AXA, Cisco, Trip Advisor, and USA Today. Its service management tools include a developer portal and management dashboard designed to enhance the development of web software and drive value creation.
FundApps
Private Equity Round in 2021
FundApps is a developer of a compliance-as-a-service platform that automates regulatory compliance for financial institutions, including major asset managers, hedge funds, and investment banks. The platform monitors over $12 trillion in client assets daily, addressing critical compliance challenges such as tracking international regulations, accurate interpretation, and exposure aggregation across portfolios. FundApps offers services in shareholding disclosure, sensitive industries, and position limits, ensuring clients can efficiently manage disclosures and avoid fines. The company combines innovative technology with expertise from a dedicated team of compliance professionals who stay current with over 400 regulations across more than 100 jurisdictions. Clients benefit from a single annual subscription fee, which eliminates traditional software costs and ensures access to seamless, daily updates. FundApps has received recognition for its innovation, being listed in the FinTech50 and as a member of TechCity UK’s FutureFifty, reflecting its status as a leading technology startup in the compliance sector.
Basis Technologies
Private Equity Round in 2021
Basis Technologies specializes in automated DevOps and testing solutions tailored for SAP environments. The company focuses on helping businesses enhance their agility and responsiveness to market changes while simultaneously reducing costs and risks associated with software changes. Basis Technologies develops automation tools that significantly decrease the time and resources required for executing SAP changes and testing processes. Their solutions are employed by many leading global brands to foster innovation and ensure continuous quality in their SAP operations. By leveraging agile methodologies and environment automation, Basis Technologies enables organizations to adapt effectively to evolving priorities and market demands.
AutoRek
Private Equity Round in 2021
AutoRek is a developer of a comprehensive data management platform designed to enhance the quality and efficiency of financial data management. The company focuses on solutions for compliance and regulatory reporting, financial control frameworks, balance sheet certification, high-volume data migration, and automated cash allocation. By offering tools for data integrity and validation, automated reconciliations, workflow and case management, AutoRek aims to deliver cost-effective data management and improve process efficiency for its clients. The platform is tailored to meet the needs of businesses seeking to streamline their financial operations and ensure timely and meaningful management information.
LoveCrafts
Venture Round in 2021
LoveCrafts is an online marketplace dedicated to the crafting sector, providing a platform for makers to buy and sell craftworks and materials. The company focuses on building social marketplaces that enable craft enthusiasts to find inspiration, learn new techniques, and source supplies conveniently. It fosters a community where makers can share their creations and connect with like-minded individuals globally. LoveCrafts is actively expanding its offerings, including the upcoming launch of LoveCrochet, which will enhance its product range and cater to various craft communities. Through these initiatives, LoveCrafts aims to facilitate connections among crafters and enrich the crafting experience.
Dohop
Private Equity Round in 2020
Dohop Ltd. is a technology provider based in Reykjavik, Iceland, specializing in travel and aviation solutions since its founding in 2004. The company operates a travel search engine that enables users to find the most affordable flights, hotels, and car rentals. Its offerings include Dohop Connection Search, which customizes flight searches for specific airlines or airports, and a flight search solution designed for airlines and airport websites. Additionally, Dohop provides GatwickConnects, allowing passengers to book connections between flights from different airlines at Gatwick Airport in a single transaction. Recognized for its innovative approach, Dohop develops solutions in virtual interline technology and has collaborated with various airlines and alliances, streamlining the process of creating connecting itineraries and enhancing travel connectivity.
Zuto
Venture Round in 2019
Zuto Limited is a car finance brokerage based in Macclesfield, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing a range of financing options for purchasing new and used vehicles. Founded in 2006 and formerly known as Car Loan 4U Limited, Zuto offers advice and guidance to customers, helping them navigate the car-buying process. The company connects users with various lenders, facilitating access to car loans while eliminating the need for traditional brokers. Zuto's platform includes one-on-one support, tools for selecting suitable vehicles, and free resources such as vehicle history reports and valuation checks. Additionally, it assists customers with related products, including motor, GAP, and mechanical breakdown insurance. By streamlining the application process and ensuring secure online transactions, Zuto aims to enhance the car financing experience for individuals from diverse financial backgrounds.
Immedis
Private Equity Round in 2019
Immedis Limited is a Dublin-based company that specializes in providing cloud-based payroll managed services. Established in 2016 as a division of The Taxback Group, Immedis focuses on delivering comprehensive enterprise technology solutions for global payroll and mobility tax services. Its flagship platform, iConnect, consolidates global payroll information into a single dashboard, enhancing process efficiency and ensuring compliance with payroll and tax regulations in over 130 countries. With a team of over 170 experts, Immedis offers fully managed multi-country payroll and employment tax solutions tailored for organizations with staff operating internationally, including both local and expatriate employees. The platform utilizes advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Process Automation to ensure accurate payroll processing and timely identification of potential issues, thereby facilitating secure cross-border payment processing for clients.
Peppermint Technology
Corporate Round in 2019
Peppermint Technology Limited is a developer of legal software tailored for law firms and legal professionals. The company offers the Peppermint Legal Service Platform, an advanced end-to-end business solution built on Microsoft Dynamics CRM. This platform integrates various functionalities including legal practice and case management, document management, billing, customer relationship management, and risk management, all designed to centralize client data and enhance service delivery. Additionally, Peppermint Technology provides PeppDirect, a software platform that streamlines the management of legal matters, documents, and client interactions. Since its incorporation in 2000 and based in Nottingham, United Kingdom, the company aims to transform the client experience in the legal sector by enabling personalized and efficient service comparable to leading consumer platforms.
TotallyMoney
Venture Round in 2018
TotallyMoney Limited operates a credit comparison platform that allows users to assess their eligibility for various financial products, including credit cards, loans, and mortgages from U.K. lenders. Founded in 2006 and based in London, the company aims to transform the consumer credit market by providing a free credit report and live credit score, alongside innovative technologies such as Borrowing Power and Match Factor. These tools equip customers with essential information to make informed financial decisions and enhance their credit histories. Formerly known as Media Ingenuity Ltd., the company rebranded in August 2017 and is a subsidiary of Media Ingenuity Group (Holdings) Limited. Through its services, TotallyMoney seeks to promote a more equitable consumer credit landscape.
Merthyr Renewable Energy
Private Equity Round in 2018
Merthyr Renewable Energy operates a 500kW wind turbine located in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales. The tier one turbine, manufactured by Netherlands based Emergya Wind Technologies, has been operational since December 2013 and benefits from a 20-year index linked, fixed price, feed in tariff.
Redwood Technologies Group
Venture Round in 2018
Redwood Technologies Group Ltd. specializes in designing and developing hardware and software solutions, as well as providing cloud-based communication integration services. The company offers a range of contact center solutions, including applications for IP telephony, audio conferencing, and virtual phone services. Its product lineup features tools for managing information, billing, and service creation, and it manufactures networking equipment for communication servers. Redwood serves diverse sectors such as contact centers, education, financial services, healthcare, and government, among others. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Bracknell, United Kingdom, the company has expanded its presence with offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions.
MREL Holdings
Venture Round in 2017
MREL Holdings
Dotmatics
Venture Round in 2017
Dotmatics is a developer of research and development software that aims to empower scientists throughout the research process. The company provides an enterprise platform that connects science, data, and decision-making, enhancing efficiency and accelerating innovation. Its software enables scientists and students to analyze data effectively, create 2D graphs, and simplify various tasks related to data analysis, statistics, and graphing. By offering tools tailored to the needs of researchers, Dotmatics facilitates a more streamlined approach to scientific inquiry and development.
Matches Fashion
Venture Round in 2017
Matches Fashion is an online luxury shopping destination based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in designer clothing and accessories for both men and women. The retailer offers a wide range of products, including activewear, coats, dresses, shoes, bags, jewelry, and various accessories such as belts, hats, and sunglasses. In addition to its online presence, Matches Fashion operates physical stores in Marylebone, Notting Hill, Richmond, and Wimbledon. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the luxury fashion market, catering to a diverse clientele seeking high-quality and stylish items.
Alize Wind
Venture Round in 2017
Alize Wind operates the 9.2MW Port of Tilbury wind farm in Essex, generating power for the port under a long term contract.
Curraghderrig Wind
Venture Round in 2017
Curraghderrig Wind operates a 4.6MW wind farm in Kerry in the Republic of Ireland. The windfarm will generate sufficient renewable energy to power over 3,100 homes.
LoveCrafts
Series C in 2017
LoveCrafts is an online marketplace dedicated to the crafting sector, providing a platform for makers to buy and sell craftworks and materials. The company focuses on building social marketplaces that enable craft enthusiasts to find inspiration, learn new techniques, and source supplies conveniently. It fosters a community where makers can share their creations and connect with like-minded individuals globally. LoveCrafts is actively expanding its offerings, including the upcoming launch of LoveCrochet, which will enhance its product range and cater to various craft communities. Through these initiatives, LoveCrafts aims to facilitate connections among crafters and enrich the crafting experience.
Ardor Energy
Venture Round in 2015
Ardor Energy is developing diversified, small–scale heat and combined heat and power (CHP) projects across the UK, tapping into increasing demand for low-carbon renewable heat solutions. Ardor works with its partner, SustinereUK, a sustainable infrastructure & renewable energy development business, to procure, install and maintain biomass and gas boilers and CHP projects across a range of properties including multi-occupancy housing, care facilities, leisure centres and hotels. The first project is a 252 home development for Linden Homes, on the site of a former London hospital.
Peppermint Technology
Venture Round in 2015
Peppermint Technology Limited is a developer of legal software tailored for law firms and legal professionals. The company offers the Peppermint Legal Service Platform, an advanced end-to-end business solution built on Microsoft Dynamics CRM. This platform integrates various functionalities including legal practice and case management, document management, billing, customer relationship management, and risk management, all designed to centralize client data and enhance service delivery. Additionally, Peppermint Technology provides PeppDirect, a software platform that streamlines the management of legal matters, documents, and client interactions. Since its incorporation in 2000 and based in Nottingham, United Kingdom, the company aims to transform the client experience in the legal sector by enabling personalized and efficient service comparable to leading consumer platforms.
SportPursuit
Series C in 2015
SportPursuit Ltd. operates an online retail platform specializing in sports and recreational goods, featuring flash sales that offer discounts of up to 70% off the recommended retail price. Established in 2011 and based in London, the company focuses on providing a wide range of products, including clothing, footwear, accessories, equipment, and nutrition items tailored for various sports. As the UK's first sport-specific flash sales website, SportPursuit offers its members exclusive access to quality products from leading brands in a personalized and engaging shopping environment. The company collaborates closely with brand partners to enhance brand visibility and encourage consumer engagement among its targeted community of sports enthusiasts.
Hamsin Wind
Venture Round in 2015
Hamsin Wind installs small, community based, single onshore wind turbines in high wind speed locations across the UK with a particular focus on the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. The company gives farmers and landowners an opportunity to install small single wind turbines on their properties and to benefit from discounted power charges for 20 years and beyond. The small scale turbines are sympathetic with rural landscapes and connected to the grid. They can be installed swiftly and are subject to a relatively straightforward planning process. Hamsin has the potential to save over 5,000 tonnes per year of CO2 or over 100,000 tonnes over the life of the turbines – equivalent to taking emissions from 20,000 cars off the road. The company works with development partners Hadrian Electrical and Mistral Energy.
Babbel
Series C in 2015
Babbel is a language learning company dedicated to fostering mutual understanding through communication across cultures. It offers an ecosystem of online language learning experiences, including the Babbel App, Babbel Live, podcasts, and Babbel for Business. The platform features over 60,000 lessons in 14 languages, crafted by nearly 200 linguists and language experts, ensuring that the content is both engaging and effective. Learners can study at their own pace, participate in live online classes with expert teachers, and benefit from interactive content that includes games, podcasts, and videos. Babbel's approach is backed by studies from reputable institutions, confirming the effectiveness of its methods. With a diverse team of approximately 1,000 employees representing over 80 nationalities, Babbel operates from its headquarters in Berlin and a U.S. office in New York. The company has successfully sold over 16 million subscriptions by creating meaningful connections with its users, making language learning accessible anytime and anywhere across various devices.
Babble
Series C in 2015
Babble is an online parenting magazine and community platform aimed at urban parents, providing a variety of lifestyle content. Founded in December 2006 by Alisa Volkman and Rufus Griscom, the company is based in New York. Babble offers articles, photos, videos, and blogs covering topics such as beauty, home, food, travel, entertainment, parenting, and health. The site features interactive elements including community profiles, message boards, and photo sharing services. Additionally, it hosts specialized content like the "Strollerderby" blog and a parental advisory column, ensuring a diverse range of resources and advice for modern families.
Abcodia
Series B in 2015
Abcodia Ltd. is a biotechnology company that specializes in the discovery and validation of molecular biomarkers to enhance disease diagnosis and screening, particularly for cancer. The company offers the Roca Test, which is designed for early detection of ovarian cancer, serving clients across various states in the United States as well as in the United Kingdom. Abcodia leverages a unique longitudinal serum biobank and collaborates with institutions like University College London and major diagnostic firms to facilitate comprehensive diagnostic development. Founded in 2010, Abcodia is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
Mister Spex
Series D in 2015
Mister Spex GmbH is an online eyewear retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in a wide variety of glasses and contact lenses. Founded in 2007, the company offers over 5,000 products, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and sports eyewear, sourced from more than 60 brands, such as Adidas, Gucci, and Prada. In addition to its extensive online presence, Mister Spex operates retail stores across Germany, providing customers with access to eye examinations and additional services related to eyewear. The company also has a significant international presence, with websites serving customers in France, Spain, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Great Britain. The majority of its revenue is generated from the German market, reflecting its strong regional focus within the European eyewear sector.
Powervation
Debt Financing in 2014
Powervation Ltd. is a semiconductor company specializing in digital power integrated circuit (IC) solutions, primarily for cloud computing, communication, and high-performance power systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Cork, Ireland, the company develops adaptive power ICs that enhance energy efficiency and performance in various applications, including networking and storage. Powervation's offerings include single-phase and dual-phase controllers, along with a graphical user interface design tool that simplifies the design process for manufacturers. By providing a unique Plug-and-Power solution, Powervation aims to reduce design complexity and costs while accelerating the time-to-market for eco-friendly power systems. The company serves a global customer base through a network of sales representatives and distributors, with regional facilities in California, Taiwan, and China. Since 2015, Powervation has operated as a subsidiary of ROHM Co., Ltd.
hetras
Series E in 2014
hetras is a pioneering company that has developed the first fully cloud-based hotel management software for the global hotel industry. This innovative platform integrates traditional property management systems with advanced distribution management, allowing hotels and chains to operate from a single application. By consolidating guest data, rate codes, and inventory management into one centralized database, hetras eliminates the inefficiencies typically caused by fragmented systems. The solution supports seamless implementation of chain-wide guest loyalty programs and provides comprehensive reporting without complex data consolidation. Operating on a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, hetras offers a straightforward pricing structure based on a flat fee per room per month, with no hidden costs. The company's management team includes experienced professionals from notable organizations, and it has attracted forward-thinking clients such as citizenM, known for its automated hotel experience. With strong backing from venture capital investors in Germany and the UK, hetras continues to lead the transformation of hotel management through its innovative technology.
Intelligent Reach
Series A in 2014
Intelligent Reach Limited is a retail technology company based in London that provides a platform designed to connect online retailers with consumers worldwide. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in optimizing product data for various distribution channels, including marketplaces, social media, and comparison shopping engines. Its platform allows retailers to create and manage data feeds, select products, set performance targets, and monitor channel effectiveness. By enhancing product visibility and ensuring that relevant data reaches consumers, Intelligent Reach enables retailers and brands to improve their offsite product discovery, which is increasingly critical for driving revenue. The platform offers access to over 1,400 global channels and marketplaces through pre-built connectors, streamlining the process for marketing and e-commerce teams while minimizing the demands on internal IT resources.
Indigo Pipelines
Venture Round in 2014
Indigo Pipelines Limited is an independent gas transportation company based in Berkshire, United Kingdom, responsible for the safe delivery of gas to over 160,000 residential and commercial properties across the UK. Founded in 1992, it was originally established as SSE Pipelines Ltd. The company does not sell gas directly to consumers; instead, it focuses on transporting gas on behalf of suppliers. Regulated by Ofgem, Indigo Pipelines has built a robust network of connections throughout the UK, ensuring efficient service delivery. In 2014, the company was acquired by the Environmental Capital Fund, managed by Scottish Equity Partners LLP. Under this new ownership, Indigo Pipelines has maintained high standards of safety and performance, resulting in strong relationships with developers and housebuilders.
Pulsant
Private Equity Round in 2014
Pulsant, formerly known as Lumison, is a prominent provider of managed data center and cloud infrastructure services in the UK. The company specializes in offering a range of IT solutions, including colocation, cloud services, managed hosting, managed networks, and managed application services. With ten data centers across six locations, Pulsant supports organizations in achieving their digital objectives by managing their IT infrastructure and hosting critical hardware in secure facilities. This enables clients to connect securely to the internet and other locations while ensuring that their business-critical applications remain secure, compliant, and resilient. Pulsant's comprehensive services position it as one of the largest suppliers of data center solutions in the UK, facilitating growth for its clients in an increasingly digital landscape.
Silent Herdsman
Venture Round in 2014
Silent Herdsman’s vision is to be the leading global provider of predictive analytics software for dairy and beef farmers, that improves herd performance, business efficiency and animal welfare. Crucially, the collar triggers an alert to farmers when cows are on heat, providing farmers with advanced knowledge to activate insemination at critical times. This in turn enables them to produce more milk from the impregnated cows and increase their yields from each herd. The Silent Herdsman® triggers its alert via wireless technology to any mobile device such as a farmer’s mobile phone, tablet or laptop. Uniquely, its wireless technology can travel over long distances meaning it is suitable for farms hosting 100 to 20,000 cows. Its unique differentiator includes monitoring herds across large geographical distances on farms hosting several thousand beef or dairy cows.
Powervation
Series C in 2014
Powervation Ltd. is a semiconductor company specializing in digital power integrated circuit (IC) solutions, primarily for cloud computing, communication, and high-performance power systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Cork, Ireland, the company develops adaptive power ICs that enhance energy efficiency and performance in various applications, including networking and storage. Powervation's offerings include single-phase and dual-phase controllers, along with a graphical user interface design tool that simplifies the design process for manufacturers. By providing a unique Plug-and-Power solution, Powervation aims to reduce design complexity and costs while accelerating the time-to-market for eco-friendly power systems. The company serves a global customer base through a network of sales representatives and distributors, with regional facilities in California, Taiwan, and China. Since 2015, Powervation has operated as a subsidiary of ROHM Co., Ltd.
Zuto
Venture Round in 2014
Zuto Limited is a car finance brokerage based in Macclesfield, United Kingdom, that specializes in providing a range of financing options for purchasing new and used vehicles. Founded in 2006 and formerly known as Car Loan 4U Limited, Zuto offers advice and guidance to customers, helping them navigate the car-buying process. The company connects users with various lenders, facilitating access to car loans while eliminating the need for traditional brokers. Zuto's platform includes one-on-one support, tools for selecting suitable vehicles, and free resources such as vehicle history reports and valuation checks. Additionally, it assists customers with related products, including motor, GAP, and mechanical breakdown insurance. By streamlining the application process and ensuring secure online transactions, Zuto aims to enhance the car financing experience for individuals from diverse financial backgrounds.
Tryzens
Acquisition in 2013
Tryzens Limited is a digital commerce consultancy based in London, with additional offices in Australia, Bulgaria, and India. Founded in 1995, the company specializes in digital transformation services that encompass e-commerce strategy consulting, user interface and user experience redesign, and technology audits. It provides tailored solutions aimed at enhancing customer engagement and improving return on investment for e-commerce initiatives. Tryzens adopts a platform-neutral approach, collaborating with leading technology partners to deliver flexible solutions that align with clients' commercial objectives. The company also offers ongoing IT support, including incident management and performance reporting, ensuring seamless service delivery. With a focus on maximizing revenues and streamlining operations, Tryzens leverages its extensive experience in the retail sector to help brands succeed in the digital landscape.
Sumerian
Venture Round in 2013
Sumerian specializes in enhancing operational IT capacity planning for progressive enterprises, helping them avoid capacity-related incidents and manage complex IT infrastructure changes such as technology transformations and data center consolidations. The company employs advanced IT Operational Analytics to deliver its Capacity Planner as a Service (CPaaS), which offers precise insights into current IT infrastructure capacity, forecasts future capacity challenges, and evaluates the effects of potential changes. By using Sumerian's cloud-based predictive analytics platform, clients can identify measurable cost savings and performance improvements within their IT environments, ultimately supporting their revenue growth and operational efficiency.
Anesco
Venture Round in 2013
Anesco is a national company focused on reducing carbon emissions through a range of energy services. It collaborates with businesses, local authorities, housing associations, and homeowners to provide energy audits, recommendations, installations, and capital funding plans. The company has managed some of the UK's largest energy efficiency projects and serves as a managing agent for the ECO 4 scheme. Anesco has deployed technologies that generate over 1GW of renewable energy, underscoring its commitment to both renewable energy and energy efficiency. Its services are designed to facilitate the installation of energy efficiency and renewable measures without requiring upfront capital, thereby supporting stakeholders in achieving their sustainability goals.
Pure360
Venture Round in 2013
Pure360 is a marketing technology provider specializing in email and SMS marketing for the eCommerce, hospitality, and retail sectors. The company develops its software in-house, utilizing customer feedback to enhance its offerings. Pure360's platform aids businesses in advancing their email marketing strategies through personalized content, website personalization, marketing automation, and consumer response analysis. By operating on an email maturity model, the company helps clients benchmark their performance and improve customer experiences. Pure360 distinguishes itself by not requiring long-term contracts and offering comprehensive training, support, and advice at no additional cost, ensuring clients receive maximum value from their marketing campaigns.
Cyberhawk Innovations
Seed Round in 2013
Cyberhawk specializes in aerial inspection and surveying through the use of Remotely Operated Aerial Vehicles (ROAVs) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). The company provides services for close visual inspections of infrastructures such as flare stacks, transmission towers, and topographic land surveys, primarily serving clients in the oil, gas, petrochemical, and utility sectors. Operating both onshore and offshore, Cyberhawk caters to a diverse clientele across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and globally. The company's unique combination of innovative technology, extensive engineering and land surveying experience, and a strong commitment to safety distinguishes it as a leader in the field of remote aerial inspection and surveying. Cyberhawk has gained recognition from major international companies for its expertise and pioneering approach in this industry.
Audiense
Series A in 2013
Audiense Limited is a London-based company that operates a social marketing and audience connection platform designed for agencies and brands globally. Founded in 2011, Audiense provides a suite of solutions that empower organizations to gain consumer insights and enhance engagement through social data. Its offerings include the Audiense Connection Platform, which helps businesses identify and connect with audience segments; Audiense Architect, which enables audience building from Twitter data; and Audiense Insight, which delivers actionable consumer insights. The platform also features Audiense Connect, facilitating in-platform engagement, and Audiense Community Manager, which offers analytics and management tools for community and campaign oversight. Notably, Audiense is recognized as one of two official Twitter partners worldwide for Data/Insights and Advertising, and it utilizes IBM Watson's cognitive computing capabilities to derive personality insights from audience data. The company supports a diverse range of enterprise clients, including leading brands in sports, media, and government sectors.
Mister Spex
Series C in 2013
Mister Spex GmbH is an online eyewear retailer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in a wide variety of glasses and contact lenses. Founded in 2007, the company offers over 5,000 products, including prescription glasses, sunglasses, and sports eyewear, sourced from more than 60 brands, such as Adidas, Gucci, and Prada. In addition to its extensive online presence, Mister Spex operates retail stores across Germany, providing customers with access to eye examinations and additional services related to eyewear. The company also has a significant international presence, with websites serving customers in France, Spain, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Great Britain. The majority of its revenue is generated from the German market, reflecting its strong regional focus within the European eyewear sector.
Smarter Grid Solutions
Funding Round in 2013
Smarter Grid Solutions Ltd. is a prominent smart grid technology company based in Glasgow, with additional offices in London and New York. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in developing and deploying Active Network Management (ANM) products that facilitate the integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DER). Its key offerings include ANM Strata, ANM 100, ANM 50, and CONNECT+, which provide utilities with tools to connect, control, and optimize DER across various scales. Additionally, the company offers Capacity Analysis Portal Tools for assessing DER connection feasibility and a Grid Connection Assessment Tool for detailed connection studies. Smarter Grid Solutions also provides consultancy services focused on strategic planning, modeling, and smart grid training. The company serves a diverse clientele, including large power companies and utilities across the UK, mainland Europe, and the US, contributing to the advancement of smart grid initiatives in both urban and rural settings.
hetras
Series D in 2013
hetras is a pioneering company that has developed the first fully cloud-based hotel management software for the global hotel industry. This innovative platform integrates traditional property management systems with advanced distribution management, allowing hotels and chains to operate from a single application. By consolidating guest data, rate codes, and inventory management into one centralized database, hetras eliminates the inefficiencies typically caused by fragmented systems. The solution supports seamless implementation of chain-wide guest loyalty programs and provides comprehensive reporting without complex data consolidation. Operating on a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, hetras offers a straightforward pricing structure based on a flat fee per room per month, with no hidden costs. The company's management team includes experienced professionals from notable organizations, and it has attracted forward-thinking clients such as citizenM, known for its automated hotel experience. With strong backing from venture capital investors in Germany and the UK, hetras continues to lead the transformation of hotel management through its innovative technology.
Powervation
Series C in 2012
Powervation Ltd. is a semiconductor company specializing in digital power integrated circuit (IC) solutions, primarily for cloud computing, communication, and high-performance power systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Cork, Ireland, the company develops adaptive power ICs that enhance energy efficiency and performance in various applications, including networking and storage. Powervation's offerings include single-phase and dual-phase controllers, along with a graphical user interface design tool that simplifies the design process for manufacturers. By providing a unique Plug-and-Power solution, Powervation aims to reduce design complexity and costs while accelerating the time-to-market for eco-friendly power systems. The company serves a global customer base through a network of sales representatives and distributors, with regional facilities in California, Taiwan, and China. Since 2015, Powervation has operated as a subsidiary of ROHM Co., Ltd.
Green Highland Renewables
Funding Round in 2012
Green Highland Renewables (GHR) focuses on the development of small-scale run-of-river hydroelectric projects ranging from 50 kW to 2 MW. The company offers comprehensive support to landowners and communities throughout the design, procurement, and operational phases of these projects, promoting a sustainable future while contributing to Scotland's climate change commitments. GHR's expertise extends to identifying and implementing innovative strategies for hydropower development, which includes creating electrical networks, conducting directional drilling, installing pipelines, and managing the project lifecycle. Through these efforts, GHR helps clients harness sustainable hydropower to generate electricity efficiently.
Matches Fashion
Private Equity Round in 2012
Matches Fashion is an online luxury shopping destination based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in designer clothing and accessories for both men and women. The retailer offers a wide range of products, including activewear, coats, dresses, shoes, bags, jewelry, and various accessories such as belts, hats, and sunglasses. In addition to its online presence, Matches Fashion operates physical stores in Marylebone, Notting Hill, Richmond, and Wimbledon. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the luxury fashion market, catering to a diverse clientele seeking high-quality and stylish items.
SkyDox
Venture Round in 2012
Founded in 2009, SkyDox is a cloud-enabled file sharing and collaboration platform that delivers a suite of online, mobile and desktop-based collaboration, storage and file management tools. It enables real-time, simultaneous document-centric collaboration. SkyDox allows users to review, comment on, search, store, deliver, manage, and collaborate together, letting them choose from over 200 file formats on a single easy-to-use cloud-based platform. With SkyDox, users can collaborate on content with company team members, customers, suppliers, and business partners. In addition, users are able to work on any browser-enabled PC, laptop, or mobile device. SkyDox provides a scalable, highly secure enterprise-grade platform. It is also flexible and can be configured as a private, hybrid, or public cloud to meet customer security policies and compliance requirements.
Workshare
Debt Financing in 2012
Workshare is a company that provides a cloud-enabled platform designed to facilitate the comparison, protection, and sharing of high-stakes documents across various devices. Its innovative solutions allow content owners to track and compare amendments made by multiple contributors, ensuring secure and collaborative workflows. The company's offerings include tools for viewing, commenting, searching, storing, and managing files, catering to the needs of professionals in dynamic work environments. Headquartered in London, Workshare also has offices in the United States and Australia, serving over two million users in 70 countries. The platform is accessible on desktop, mobile, and tablet devices, enabling effective collaboration and control over document changes.
Clavis Insight
Venture Round in 2012
Clavis Insight is a leader in online store analytics, providing data and analysis to help consumer goods brands enhance their digital presence and performance. Based in Dublin, Ireland, the company offers services that analyze consumer visibility within online retail environments, enabling brands to identify actionable strategies for achieving profitable eCommerce growth, safeguarding their brand reputation, and outperforming competitors. Many of the world's top Consumer Packaged Goods companies, including prominent names like Unilever and Procter & Gamble, rely on Clavis Insight's expertise to optimize their online sales channels.
WAYN
Venture Round in 2012
WAYN (Where Are You Now?) is a travel and lifestyle-based social network that boasts over 20.4 million members globally. The platform aims to connect users with like-minded individuals to share experiences and pursue their travel dreams together. Founded by Jerome Touze and Peter Ward after their own global backpacking adventure, WAYN facilitates the maintenance of friendships formed during travels and encourages users to meet new people with shared interests. Competing with other travel-focused social networks, WAYN has also expanded its offerings by launching WAYN Dating, a service designed to help individuals find romantic connections based on mutual interests and activities. As one of the largest platforms in the travel and lifestyle sector, WAYN continues to innovate in fostering community and engagement among travelers.
Solarcentury
Venture Round in 2012
Established in 1998 and headquartered in the UK, Solarcentury is a prominent global solar power company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates utility-scale solar projects and smart technology across Europe, Latin America, and Africa. The company is recognized for its role in advancing solar energy, having completed significant projects such as the world’s first solar bridge at Blackfriars Station in Central London and large-scale solar installations in various countries including the UK, the Netherlands, Spain, Kenya, and Mexico. Solarcentury’s mission focuses on making solar power the dominant energy source globally, contributing to the fight against climate change. Over its 22-year history, the company has generated approximately 6 billion kWh of clean electricity, resulting in a reduction of over 1.7 million tonnes of CO2 emissions. In addition to utility-scale projects, Solarcentury collaborates with businesses to finance and install solar rooftops, as well as partners with retailers, utilities, and social housing providers to expand solar access for residential customers.
Smarter Grid Solutions
Venture Round in 2012
Smarter Grid Solutions Ltd. is a prominent smart grid technology company based in Glasgow, with additional offices in London and New York. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in developing and deploying Active Network Management (ANM) products that facilitate the integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DER). Its key offerings include ANM Strata, ANM 100, ANM 50, and CONNECT+, which provide utilities with tools to connect, control, and optimize DER across various scales. Additionally, the company offers Capacity Analysis Portal Tools for assessing DER connection feasibility and a Grid Connection Assessment Tool for detailed connection studies. Smarter Grid Solutions also provides consultancy services focused on strategic planning, modeling, and smart grid training. The company serves a diverse clientele, including large power companies and utilities across the UK, mainland Europe, and the US, contributing to the advancement of smart grid initiatives in both urban and rural settings.
Green Highland Renewables
Venture Round in 2012
Green Highland Renewables (GHR) focuses on the development of small-scale run-of-river hydroelectric projects ranging from 50 kW to 2 MW. The company offers comprehensive support to landowners and communities throughout the design, procurement, and operational phases of these projects, promoting a sustainable future while contributing to Scotland's climate change commitments. GHR's expertise extends to identifying and implementing innovative strategies for hydropower development, which includes creating electrical networks, conducting directional drilling, installing pipelines, and managing the project lifecycle. Through these efforts, GHR helps clients harness sustainable hydropower to generate electricity efficiently.
Reaqua Systems
Venture Round in 2012
Reaqua Systems has solved two problems that many people will not even be aware of: why we use high-quality drinking water to flush toilets and why we waste energy by allowing the hot water from baths and showers to go straight down the drain. Reaqua’s solution uses proven technologies in an innovative combination to capture the energy in the hot water, and use the cooled waste-water to replace the drinking water for toilet flushing. The result: a 30% reduction in water usage and water bills, and up to 50% reduction in energy consumption for water heating.
Cyberhawk Innovations
Seed Round in 2012
Cyberhawk specializes in aerial inspection and surveying through the use of Remotely Operated Aerial Vehicles (ROAVs) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). The company provides services for close visual inspections of infrastructures such as flare stacks, transmission towers, and topographic land surveys, primarily serving clients in the oil, gas, petrochemical, and utility sectors. Operating both onshore and offshore, Cyberhawk caters to a diverse clientele across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and globally. The company's unique combination of innovative technology, extensive engineering and land surveying experience, and a strong commitment to safety distinguishes it as a leader in the field of remote aerial inspection and surveying. Cyberhawk has gained recognition from major international companies for its expertise and pioneering approach in this industry.
Anesco
Private Equity Round in 2012
Anesco is a national company focused on reducing carbon emissions through a range of energy services. It collaborates with businesses, local authorities, housing associations, and homeowners to provide energy audits, recommendations, installations, and capital funding plans. The company has managed some of the UK's largest energy efficiency projects and serves as a managing agent for the ECO 4 scheme. Anesco has deployed technologies that generate over 1GW of renewable energy, underscoring its commitment to both renewable energy and energy efficiency. Its services are designed to facilitate the installation of energy efficiency and renewable measures without requiring upfront capital, thereby supporting stakeholders in achieving their sustainability goals.
hetras
Series C in 2012
hetras is a pioneering company that has developed the first fully cloud-based hotel management software for the global hotel industry. This innovative platform integrates traditional property management systems with advanced distribution management, allowing hotels and chains to operate from a single application. By consolidating guest data, rate codes, and inventory management into one centralized database, hetras eliminates the inefficiencies typically caused by fragmented systems. The solution supports seamless implementation of chain-wide guest loyalty programs and provides comprehensive reporting without complex data consolidation. Operating on a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, hetras offers a straightforward pricing structure based on a flat fee per room per month, with no hidden costs. The company's management team includes experienced professionals from notable organizations, and it has attracted forward-thinking clients such as citizenM, known for its automated hotel experience. With strong backing from venture capital investors in Germany and the UK, hetras continues to lead the transformation of hotel management through its innovative technology.
Vital Energi
Venture Round in 2012
Vital Energi is a prominent innovator in efficient energy provision, focusing on the development of sustainable methods for supplying heat and power in the UK. Acknowledging the depletion of traditional fuel resources and the environmental impact of energy consumption, the company leads efforts towards more efficient energy solutions. Vital Energi provides energy management services that include the creation and implementation of low-carbon community energy systems. Its offerings encompass energy performance contract management, as well as guidance on metering, billing, and strategies to measure and reduce energy consumption. Through these services, Vital Energi enables both public and private organizations to decrease energy usage, lower carbon emissions, save on costs, and enhance overall business performance.
Aquamarine Power
Venture Round in 2011
Aquamarine Power is a wave energy company, with head offices in Edinburgh, Scotland and further operations in Orkney and Northern Ireland. The company is currently developing its flagship technology, an innovative hydro-electric wave energy converter, known as Oyster. Aquamarine Power’s goal is to develop commercial Oyster wave farms around the world. The first demonstration-scale Oyster has been successfully deployed at sea at the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) in Orkney, Scotland and was officially launched by Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond MP, MSP in November 2009 when it began producing power to the National Grid to power homes in Orkney and beyond. Oyster's performance is now being monitored and the results from the testing will provide a basis for the design of the next-generation commercial-scale Oyster 2.
Geothermal International
Venture Round in 2011
Geothermal International Ltd was established in 2000 by CEO Brian Davidson. Since then the company has been involved in the design and installation of more than 1,300 heating and cooling systems, ranging from small, single homes to large scale commercial ventures.
IndigoVision
Venture Round in 2011
IndigoVision Group plc specializes in the design, development, manufacture, and sale of comprehensive IP video security solutions. The company produces a range of products including security management software, hardware, cameras, encoders, network video recorders, and body-worn cameras, enabling the transmission of high-quality, real-time video over various networks, including local and wide area networks, wireless links, and the Internet. IndigoVision serves approximately 20 market sectors, including airports, casinos, finance, education, and government, enhancing operational efficiency and public safety while facilitating timely emergency responses. The company is headquartered in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, and operates globally across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, and the Asia Pacific.
ip.access
Venture Round in 2011
ip.access Limited develops and manufactures small cell solutions, specifically femtocells and picocells, to address coverage and capacity challenges for mobile operators. The company’s offerings include nano3G technology, which facilitates rapid deployment for various access points, and Oyster3G technology, designed for large-scale femtocell infrastructures. Additionally, ip.access provides nanoConverge, a small cell radio access network solution that integrates 2G and 3G technologies into a unified platform for enhanced mobile coverage in diverse environments such as homes, offices, and public spaces. Their products also encompass nanoGSM, a 2G picocell solution, the Viper enterprise radio access network platform, and nanoLTE+ E-100 Access Point for LTE connectivity. With over a decade of experience, ip.access supports more than 90 global customers, helping them to effectively manage increasing demands for mobile capacity while fostering new revenue opportunities. The company also offers professional services, including consultancy and installation, to ensure seamless integration and operation of their solutions. Founded in 1997 and based in Cambridge, UK, ip.access operates as a subsidiary of Mavenir Systems.
hetras
Series B in 2011
hetras is a pioneering company that has developed the first fully cloud-based hotel management software for the global hotel industry. This innovative platform integrates traditional property management systems with advanced distribution management, allowing hotels and chains to operate from a single application. By consolidating guest data, rate codes, and inventory management into one centralized database, hetras eliminates the inefficiencies typically caused by fragmented systems. The solution supports seamless implementation of chain-wide guest loyalty programs and provides comprehensive reporting without complex data consolidation. Operating on a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, hetras offers a straightforward pricing structure based on a flat fee per room per month, with no hidden costs. The company's management team includes experienced professionals from notable organizations, and it has attracted forward-thinking clients such as citizenM, known for its automated hotel experience. With strong backing from venture capital investors in Germany and the UK, hetras continues to lead the transformation of hotel management through its innovative technology.
Exco inTouch
Series A in 2011
Exco inTouch Ltd is a provider of patient engagement and data capture solutions for clinical trials and healthcare programs, operating in the United Kingdom and internationally. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Nottingham, the company offers a comprehensive application system called Gather, which facilitates two-way communication between patients, site managers, and study teams while ensuring compliance with study protocols. In addition to clinical trial support, Exco inTouch develops disease management programs that create condition-specific care plans, helping patients understand their conditions, adhere to treatment regimens, and effectively manage their health. The company's digital health platform has been applied across various therapeutic areas, including diabetes, dermatology, respiratory diseases, and haemophilia. As of December 2016, Exco inTouch operates as a subsidiary of eResearchTechnology, Inc.
TotallyMoney
Venture Round in 2011
TotallyMoney Limited operates a credit comparison platform that allows users to assess their eligibility for various financial products, including credit cards, loans, and mortgages from U.K. lenders. Founded in 2006 and based in London, the company aims to transform the consumer credit market by providing a free credit report and live credit score, alongside innovative technologies such as Borrowing Power and Match Factor. These tools equip customers with essential information to make informed financial decisions and enhance their credit histories. Formerly known as Media Ingenuity Ltd., the company rebranded in August 2017 and is a subsidiary of Media Ingenuity Group (Holdings) Limited. Through its services, TotallyMoney seeks to promote a more equitable consumer credit landscape.
Metaforic
Series B in 2011
Metaforic is a prominent provider of security software designed to safeguard against various attacks, focusing on high-performance solutions for embedded, server, and mobile environments. The company's primary offering is a real-time anti-tamper and integrity checking solution that protects firmware, operating systems, and applications from threats such as subversion, theft, malware, and tampering. Metaforic's technology is validated by millions of deployments, catering to a wide range of sectors including financial services, software publishing, gaming, and device manufacturing. By automatically integrating real-time security measures into the code, Metaforic's solutions effectively prevent unauthorized changes to software and data, thereby thwarting custom malware and hacking attempts.
hetras
Venture Round in 2011
hetras is a pioneering company that has developed the first fully cloud-based hotel management software for the global hotel industry. This innovative platform integrates traditional property management systems with advanced distribution management, allowing hotels and chains to operate from a single application. By consolidating guest data, rate codes, and inventory management into one centralized database, hetras eliminates the inefficiencies typically caused by fragmented systems. The solution supports seamless implementation of chain-wide guest loyalty programs and provides comprehensive reporting without complex data consolidation. Operating on a Software as a Service (SaaS) model, hetras offers a straightforward pricing structure based on a flat fee per room per month, with no hidden costs. The company's management team includes experienced professionals from notable organizations, and it has attracted forward-thinking clients such as citizenM, known for its automated hotel experience. With strong backing from venture capital investors in Germany and the UK, hetras continues to lead the transformation of hotel management through its innovative technology.
Elonics
Series B in 2010
Elonics Limited, a fabless mixed-signal semiconductor company, specializes in the development and supply of multi-band radio frequency (RF) integrated circuit (IC) products in the United Kingdom. It offers E4000, a family of integrated multi-band RF tuner ICs implemented in CMOS for digital TV and radio broadcast receiver solutions. The company also provides custom silicon design and ASIC development services. Its CMOS multi-band RF tuners targeted at the reception of digital TV and radio, including DVB-T/H, ISDB-T, T-DMB, ISDB-T, DTMB, DAB/DAB+, and FM radio broadcast standards. The company's products focus on mobile phone and home consumer electronics markets internationally. Elonics Limited was founded in 2003 and is based in Livingston, the United Kingdom.
picoChip
Venture Round in 2010
picoChip specializes in signal processing products tailored for wireless telecommunications systems. The company is known for its multi-core digital signal processors (DSP) and software-defined radio products, which are widely implemented in the industry. Additionally, picoChip is expanding its portfolio to include a variety of application-specific standard products (ASSP) that are optimized for both cost and performance, enhancing its offerings in the wireless communication market.
ControlCircle
Funding Round in 2010
ControlCircle is a privately owned company, founded in 2000 to provide solutions ranging from secure hosting & global connectivity to managing all security, networking, server and database technologies covering a full range of market sectors. The company offers highly skilled and vastly experienced data specialists who design & support resilient enterprise hosting solutions, built on highly available platforms backed by ultra reliable support. Our customers include many of the UK's largest online businesses and blue chip companies in the banking, legal, accounting and commercial sectors. They rely on our industry knowledge, technical expertise, innovation, accuracy and skilful team management. As a Global 24/7 Datacentre services company ControlCircle covers every business need including specialist Datacentre Migration services, Design & Implementation and on-going support. In addition, our class leading Hosting, Connectivity and Disaster Recovery services are comprehensively supported by our stringent programme of monitoring, management and process control. For more information, please visit our website: www.controlcircle.com Benjamin Radomski ControlCircle +44 (0) 207 517 6510 ben.radomski@controlcircle.com Web: www.controlcircle.com
Zinwave
Funding Round in 2010
Zinwave UK is a global provider of wideband active distributed antenna systems that enhance in-building wireless coverage. The company manufactures patented ultra-wideband radio frequency fiber solutions tailored for various sectors, including commercial real estate, healthcare, hospitality, enterprise, public venues, wholesale data centers, and education. Zinwave's products and services focus on optimizing connectivity for mobile network operators, integrators, and end users through its innovative wideband technology.
picoChip
Series E in 2009
picoChip specializes in signal processing products tailored for wireless telecommunications systems. The company is known for its multi-core digital signal processors (DSP) and software-defined radio products, which are widely implemented in the industry. Additionally, picoChip is expanding its portfolio to include a variety of application-specific standard products (ASSP) that are optimized for both cost and performance, enhancing its offerings in the wireless communication market.
Powervation
Series B in 2009
Powervation Ltd. is a semiconductor company specializing in digital power integrated circuit (IC) solutions, primarily for cloud computing, communication, and high-performance power systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Cork, Ireland, the company develops adaptive power ICs that enhance energy efficiency and performance in various applications, including networking and storage. Powervation's offerings include single-phase and dual-phase controllers, along with a graphical user interface design tool that simplifies the design process for manufacturers. By providing a unique Plug-and-Power solution, Powervation aims to reduce design complexity and costs while accelerating the time-to-market for eco-friendly power systems. The company serves a global customer base through a network of sales representatives and distributors, with regional facilities in California, Taiwan, and China. Since 2015, Powervation has operated as a subsidiary of ROHM Co., Ltd.
CamSemi
Series D in 2009
CamSemi is a privately-held, fabless company based in Cambridge, UK, helping customers find faster, lower cost and easier ways to design and manufacture more energy-efficient power conversion products. CamSemi’s products are based on its portfolio of patented, proprietary technologies and topologies including intelligent control architectures, RDFC and PowerBrane. These new approaches can benefit multiple markets although initially the company is targeting two major opportunities: high-volume mains power supplies and lighting applications.
Powervation
Series B in 2009
Powervation Ltd. is a semiconductor company specializing in digital power integrated circuit (IC) solutions, primarily for cloud computing, communication, and high-performance power systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Cork, Ireland, the company develops adaptive power ICs that enhance energy efficiency and performance in various applications, including networking and storage. Powervation's offerings include single-phase and dual-phase controllers, along with a graphical user interface design tool that simplifies the design process for manufacturers. By providing a unique Plug-and-Power solution, Powervation aims to reduce design complexity and costs while accelerating the time-to-market for eco-friendly power systems. The company serves a global customer base through a network of sales representatives and distributors, with regional facilities in California, Taiwan, and China. Since 2015, Powervation has operated as a subsidiary of ROHM Co., Ltd.
Stentys
Series B in 2009
Stentys S.A. is a medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative solutions for the treatment of acute myocardial infarction and other complex coronary diseases. The company designs, develops, and markets self-expanding stents that are utilized in various cardiovascular procedures. Its product lineup includes xpositions, mistent, stentys btk, stentys ac, and stentys stent. Stentys operates in multiple regions, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, aiming to improve patient outcomes through advanced medical devices.
Clavis Insight
Series A in 2009
Clavis Insight is a leader in online store analytics, providing data and analysis to help consumer goods brands enhance their digital presence and performance. Based in Dublin, Ireland, the company offers services that analyze consumer visibility within online retail environments, enabling brands to identify actionable strategies for achieving profitable eCommerce growth, safeguarding their brand reputation, and outperforming competitors. Many of the world's top Consumer Packaged Goods companies, including prominent names like Unilever and Procter & Gamble, rely on Clavis Insight's expertise to optimize their online sales channels.
BioVex Group
Venture Round in 2009
BioVex is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing biological therapies for cancer treatment and the prevention of infectious diseases. Its primary focus is OncoVEXGM-CSF, an oncolytic vaccine that selectively targets and destroys cancer cells while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. This vaccine operates by replicating within solid tumors, leading to cancer cell death, and also stimulates a robust systemic immune response against tumors. OncoVEXGM-CSF has undergone clinical testing in over 110 patients across various solid tumors, including melanoma, head and neck cancer, breast cancer, and pancreatic cancer. The treatment has demonstrated significant efficacy, routinely eliminating tumors at the injection site and achieving overall disease responses during Phase II trials, with no reported recurrences of resolved tumors. Additionally, BioVex is developing ImmunoVEXHSV2, a vaccine aimed at preventing genital herpes.
Aridhia Informatics
Funding Round in 2009
Aridhia Informatics Ltd. specializes in biomedical informatics and analytics, offering solutions that support stratified medicine and translational research. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Glasgow, United Kingdom, the company provides tools for patient tracking, infection control, and long-term condition management. Its services include clinical dashboards and research support for healthcare professionals, patients, and policymakers, primarily in the UK. Aridhia emphasizes the integration of patient, clinical, and genomic data to enhance understanding, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of chronic diseases. By collaborating with clinical experts, Aridhia aims to empower patients in their healthcare journey and deliver insights into disease trends and public health initiatives. The company has established strategic partnerships with GoPivotal, Inc. and Glencoe Software, Inc. to further its mission in the healthcare sector.
Cmed Group
Venture Round in 2008
Cmed is an eClinical Research Organization (eCRO) operating in Europe and the United States, founded in 1999 by professionals with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry. The company combines clinical research services with technology development, providing a comprehensive solution for conducting clinical trials. Its offerings include a unified software platform that supports electronic trial design, data capture, monitoring, medical coding, data management, and real-time reporting. By serving pharmaceutical, biotech, and research organizations, Cmed aims to streamline the clinical trial process, enhance patient assistance, and contribute to improved health outcomes.
Fotech Solutions
Series A in 2008
Fotech Solutions Limited specializes in developing distributed acoustic sensing solutions primarily for the oil and gas, pipeline, and security sectors. The company offers advanced acoustic monitoring systems that provide real-time intelligence, enabling operatives to detect pipeline leaks and other critical issues. Among its key products is LivePIPE, which enhances monitoring capabilities for pipeline operations. Fotech’s technology facilitates asset surveillance and includes interpretive tools that allow engineers to visualize and record data in real-time. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Church Crookham, United Kingdom, Fotech also maintains offices in Calgary, Canada, and Houston, Texas. The company collaborates with a network of partners to deliver its solutions both domestically and internationally.
ARKeX
Series C in 2008
ARKeX is a geophysical service company that helps explorationists to gain a complete picture and a better understanding of subsurface geology. Through a multi-disciplinary and integrated approach, ARKeX delivers invaluable geological information to oil and gas exploration companies as well as the mining industry. Operating using a variety of techniques, technologies and methodologies, ARKeX provides the answers to meet today's exploration challenges.
Deep Casing Tools
Funding Round in 2008
Deep Casing Tools Limited is a manufacturer of innovative technology designed for the oil and gas industry, specializing in tools that facilitate the efficient installation of casings and completions. The company is known for its flagship products, The Turborunner and The Turbocaser Express, both high-speed reaming systems that assist drilling and completions teams in reaching target depths while ensuring the integrity of completion assemblies and casings. Established in 1999 and headquartered in Aberdeen, United Kingdom, Deep Casing Tools is led by a team with extensive experience in the oil and gas sector. The company focuses on precision engineering and innovative design to address the challenges faced in today's complex wellbore conditions, ultimately providing significant cost and time efficiencies while minimizing operational risks.
Tideway
Series C in 2008
Tideway Systems provides a shared platform for technologists to visualize and report on the data they need to make informed decisions. Tideway Foundation software continuously maps application relationships to physical and virtual infrastructure, including the dependencies between them.
Stentys
Series A in 2008
Stentys S.A. is a medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative solutions for the treatment of acute myocardial infarction and other complex coronary diseases. The company designs, develops, and markets self-expanding stents that are utilized in various cardiovascular procedures. Its product lineup includes xpositions, mistent, stentys btk, stentys ac, and stentys stent. Stentys operates in multiple regions, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, aiming to improve patient outcomes through advanced medical devices.
Zinwave
Series B in 2008
Zinwave UK is a global provider of wideband active distributed antenna systems that enhance in-building wireless coverage. The company manufactures patented ultra-wideband radio frequency fiber solutions tailored for various sectors, including commercial real estate, healthcare, hospitality, enterprise, public venues, wholesale data centers, and education. Zinwave's products and services focus on optimizing connectivity for mobile network operators, integrators, and end users through its innovative wideband technology.
Sumerian
Venture Round in 2008
Sumerian specializes in enhancing operational IT capacity planning for progressive enterprises, helping them avoid capacity-related incidents and manage complex IT infrastructure changes such as technology transformations and data center consolidations. The company employs advanced IT Operational Analytics to deliver its Capacity Planner as a Service (CPaaS), which offers precise insights into current IT infrastructure capacity, forecasts future capacity challenges, and evaluates the effects of potential changes. By using Sumerian's cloud-based predictive analytics platform, clients can identify measurable cost savings and performance improvements within their IT environments, ultimately supporting their revenue growth and operational efficiency.
VirtenSys
Series B in 2008
VirtenSys, established in 2005, specializes in developing I/O virtualization switches designed for data centers. The company addresses critical challenges in the IT industry, including constrained budgets and the need for increased efficiency in asset management and total cost of ownership. As workloads on IT systems grow rapidly and become more dynamic, organizations require an agile infrastructure that can adapt to changing business conditions. VirtenSys offers solutions that help optimize resource utilization, reduce power consumption, and streamline system maintenance, thereby enabling businesses to respond effectively to emerging demands. The company's products are marketed through original equipment manufacturers and system integrators, making them integral to modern data center operations.
Powervation
Series A in 2007
Powervation Ltd. is a semiconductor company specializing in digital power integrated circuit (IC) solutions, primarily for cloud computing, communication, and high-performance power systems. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Cork, Ireland, the company develops adaptive power ICs that enhance energy efficiency and performance in various applications, including networking and storage. Powervation's offerings include single-phase and dual-phase controllers, along with a graphical user interface design tool that simplifies the design process for manufacturers. By providing a unique Plug-and-Power solution, Powervation aims to reduce design complexity and costs while accelerating the time-to-market for eco-friendly power systems. The company serves a global customer base through a network of sales representatives and distributors, with regional facilities in California, Taiwan, and China. Since 2015, Powervation has operated as a subsidiary of ROHM Co., Ltd.
Gigle Networks
Series B in 2007
Gigle Networks is a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in developing system-on-chip integrated circuits for home networking applications. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, with an office in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, the company focuses on providing solutions for multimedia home networking. Their technology enables the extension of both wired and wireless Ethernet throughout homes, eliminating the need for new wiring. This innovative approach enhances connectivity and multimedia distribution within residential environments.
BioVex Group
Series E in 2007
BioVex is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing biological therapies for cancer treatment and the prevention of infectious diseases. Its primary focus is OncoVEXGM-CSF, an oncolytic vaccine that selectively targets and destroys cancer cells while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. This vaccine operates by replicating within solid tumors, leading to cancer cell death, and also stimulates a robust systemic immune response against tumors. OncoVEXGM-CSF has undergone clinical testing in over 110 patients across various solid tumors, including melanoma, head and neck cancer, breast cancer, and pancreatic cancer. The treatment has demonstrated significant efficacy, routinely eliminating tumors at the injection site and achieving overall disease responses during Phase II trials, with no reported recurrences of resolved tumors. Additionally, BioVex is developing ImmunoVEXHSV2, a vaccine aimed at preventing genital herpes.
Atraverda
Series B in 2007
Atraverda is an advanced material company that owns the intellectual property rights to a conductive ceramic known worldwide through its trademark, Ebonex®.
Skyscanner
Series A in 2007
Skyscanner Limited is a global travel search engine headquartered in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, founded in 2001. The company enables users to compare a wide range of travel options, including flights, hotels, and car rentals, by aggregating data from various travel providers. This allows travelers to easily find and book the best deals available from major airlines and online travel agents. Skyscanner operates additional offices in several countries, including Singapore, Spain, China, the United States, Hungary, and Bulgaria. By serving the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries, Skyscanner aims to simplify the travel planning process and offer users a comprehensive platform for their travel needs.
Kiala
Venture Round in 2007
Kiala is a provider of a network of collection points in Europe, specializing in parcel delivery and returns. The company offers a technological platform that automates transportation and delivery processes, facilitating an efficient system for delivering parcels to end consumers. By integrating a network of delivery service points, Kiala enhances the convenience of receiving and returning packages, catering to the evolving needs of consumers in the logistics sector.
CamSemi
Series C in 2007
CamSemi is a privately-held, fabless company based in Cambridge, UK, helping customers find faster, lower cost and easier ways to design and manufacture more energy-efficient power conversion products. CamSemi’s products are based on its portfolio of patented, proprietary technologies and topologies including intelligent control architectures, RDFC and PowerBrane. These new approaches can benefit multiple markets although initially the company is targeting two major opportunities: high-volume mains power supplies and lighting applications.
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