Vision Capital

Vision Capital, established in 1997, is a London-based private equity firm with an additional office in New York. It specializes in direct and secondary market transactions, focusing on mature, turnaround, and growth-stage companies in Europe and the Americas. The firm prefers sectors such as financials, real estate, industrials, business services, and consumer goods. Vision Capital typically invests between €50 million and €1 billion in a portfolio company, seeking control investments. It buys portfolios from private equity firms, financial institutions, and corporations, often acquiring large stakes in corporate investment programs. The firm aims to build and improve businesses through strategic investments and acquisitions, working in partnership with management teams and fellow shareholders.

Samer Cortas

Partner

Dave Lamb

Partner

Andrew Lutz

Managing Director

Andrew Rich

Partner

John Robinson

Principal

53 past transactions

Yaoyanshe

Series C in 2019
Yaoyanshe, established in 2012 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, operates as a Contract Research Organization (CRO) technology platform. It specializes in providing end-to-end services for pharmaceutical research and development, including clinical monitoring, project management, registration affairs, biostatistics, pharmacovigilance, medical affairs, and Site Management Organization (SMO) services. The company's core offering is an application designed to facilitate value sharing and trading within the industry, empowering patients with up-to-date treatment information and enabling professionals to assess creditworthiness, analyze competition, and evaluate sponsor projects more effectively. Yaoyanshe aims to address key industry challenges and enhance the efficiency of pharmaceutical research and development.

Caiyi Store

Angel Round in 2018
Caiyi Store is a blockchain platform.

United Initiators

Acquisition in 2011
United Initiators is a leading manufacturer of organic peroxides, persulfates, and hydrogen peroxide, serving various industries crucial to modern life. The company produces essential materials utilized in renewable energy, coatings, adhesives, energy efficiency, construction, and environmentally friendly disinfection. Its product range includes thermoset composites for applications in automotive repairs, mining, and construction, as well as persulfates used in cosmetics, electronics, pulp and paper, and textiles. Additionally, United Initiators specializes in providing custom synthesis of specialty chemicals, underscoring its commitment to innovation and sustainability across diverse sectors.

New Evolution Ventures (NeV)

Acquisition in 2011
New Evolution Ventures (NeV) is a venture capital firm established in 2008. The firm focuses on investing in early to growth-stage companies across various sectors, with a keen interest in technology-driven businesses. NeV aims to support entrepreneurs by providing not only capital but also strategic guidance to enhance their business potential. The firm leverages its extensive network and industry expertise to foster innovation and drive sustainable growth in its portfolio companies. Through its investments, NeV seeks to create long-term value and contribute to the success of the enterprises it backs.

ABL-TECHNIC Group

Acquisition in 2011
ABL-TECHNIC Group is a provider of specialized paint stripping services tailored for industrial plants. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including mechanical, thermal, and chemical paint stripping, as well as grease removal, waste disposal, and logistics management. ABL-TECHNIC is committed to delivering cost-optimized solutions for various sectors, including automotive, heavy machinery, and home appliances. Additionally, the company manages the entire process from paint stripping to the disposal of waste and the recovery of valuable materials, ensuring an efficient and environmentally responsible approach to industrial needs.

Sharecare

Acquisition in 2011
Sharecare, Inc. is a digital health company that offers an online health and wellness engagement platform aimed at helping individuals manage their health comprehensively. Founded in 2009 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, Sharecare connects users to a variety of health resources and programs, allowing them to unify and navigate their health journey seamlessly. The platform features tools such as YOU, which provides visual context for understanding health conditions, and AskMD, a symptom checker offering personalized guidance. Sharecare's solutions encompass areas including chronic disease management, mental health, and preventive care, making it easier for users to engage with their health on a daily basis. By fostering a supportive environment for individuals, healthcare providers, and organizations, Sharecare promotes positive behavior change and enhances access to quality care.

Bormioli Rocco

Acquisition in 2011
Bormioli Rocco is a manufacturer of glass tableware based in Fidenza, Italy. The company specializes in producing a wide range of products, including glasses, wine decanters, espresso glass cups, cocktail stemware, and food containers. Bormioli Rocco is known for its fine glass tableware, catering to both household and commercial needs. The company has transitioned to operating under Bormioli Luigi spa, reflecting its evolution within the industry while maintaining its commitment to quality craftsmanship in glass manufacturing.

Veebeam

Series B in 2010
Veebeam Ltd. is a technology company specializing in wireless technologies and products designed to facilitate video streaming and wireless applications. Founded in 2002 and based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, Veebeam develops software for streaming HD audio and video content from set-top boxes to televisions, alongside designing embedded hardware systems for the consumer electronics sector. The company offers a range of products, including Veebeam VideoCaster software, which allows users to stream content from PCs to TVs, and solutions such as Veebeam HD and Veebeam SD that simplify access to various internet video platforms. Additionally, Veebeam provides in-home video solutions utilizing DLNA/UPnP protocols for seamless streaming between networked devices. Its products are compatible with multiple operating systems and are distributed to OEMs and service providers via online retail platforms in several countries. Veebeam was formerly known as Staccato Communications Limited and underwent a name change in April 2010. However, as of October 28, 2013, the company is in liquidation.

Terphane

Acquisition in 2010
Terphane is a manufacturer specializing in advanced polyester films, focusing on applications in food, hygiene, cleaning, and industrial sectors. The company employs innovative technologies to optimize the production of biaxially-oriented polyethylene terephthalate films, maintaining a vertical integration from resin creation to specialty film coatings. This approach enables Terphane to meet a wide range of market demands, including the development of customized products tailored for specific applications.

NOBA Bank Group

Acquisition in 2010
NOBA Bank Group is a commercial banking and financial services institution based in Stockholm, Sweden, operating as a "bank of banks" with a focus on the Northern Europe region. The group encompasses three notable brands, including Nordax Bank and Bank Norwegian, the latter serving over 1.7 million customers. NOBA Bank Group specializes in providing a variety of financial products, such as large, long-duration personal loans, unsecured consumer loans, mortgages, credit cards, deposit accounts, and insurance services. Its mission is to promote healthy financial management for a broader clientele, enabling individuals to effectively plan and manage their investments and savings.

Game Trading technologies

Series A in 2010
Game Trading Technologies, Inc. is a leading video game trading services provider focused on valuation, procurement, refurbishment, and redistribution of pre-owned video games. Game Trading Technologies, Inc. currently offers unique services, supported by innovative technologies to an array of national firms, allowing them to better serve customers who want to trade their games for store credit or purchase pre-owned games. The foundation of most of these relationships is Game Trading Technologies, Inc.'s proprietary game trading database, which updates values on more than 10,000 video games and consoles on a daily basis according to market conditions. Game Trading Technologies, Inc. shares are traded on the OTCBB under the symbol 'GMTD'.

CardioMEMS

Series F in 2009
CardioMEMS is a medical device company specializing in wireless monitoring solutions for severe chronic cardiovascular conditions. Their proprietary technology involves miniature sensors implanted via minimally invasive procedures, transmitting vital data like cardiac output, blood pressure, and heart rate to enhance patient management, particularly for heart failure, hypertension, and aneurysms.

Staccato Communications

Venture Round in 2008
Staccato Communications, Inc. offers ultra wideband wireless enabled devices for the wireless USB, Bluetooth, and Internet protocol connectivity to the personal computing, consumer electronics, and mobile phone industries. Its products include single-chip integrated circuits, device adapter and device module design kits, reference design kits, wireless USB development kits, and streaming services development kits. The company also provides Ripcord Software, which provides a software stack for variety of ultra wide band applications, as well as includes installers, firmware, middleware, drivers, customization tools, and firmware upgrade tools. Staccato Communications’ products are used in various applications, such as printers, camera, mass storage devices, portable media players, wireless docking, wireless projectors, Web cameras, wireless HDTV, wireless speakers, set top boxes, wireless displays, purchasing content, sharing content, and personal servers. Staccato Communications, Inc. was formerly known as Discrete Time Communications, Inc. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in San Diego, California.

Staccato Communications

Venture Round in 2007
Staccato Communications, Inc. offers ultra wideband wireless enabled devices for the wireless USB, Bluetooth, and Internet protocol connectivity to the personal computing, consumer electronics, and mobile phone industries. Its products include single-chip integrated circuits, device adapter and device module design kits, reference design kits, wireless USB development kits, and streaming services development kits. The company also provides Ripcord Software, which provides a software stack for variety of ultra wide band applications, as well as includes installers, firmware, middleware, drivers, customization tools, and firmware upgrade tools. Staccato Communications’ products are used in various applications, such as printers, camera, mass storage devices, portable media players, wireless docking, wireless projectors, Web cameras, wireless HDTV, wireless speakers, set top boxes, wireless displays, purchasing content, sharing content, and personal servers. Staccato Communications, Inc. was formerly known as Discrete Time Communications, Inc. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in San Diego, California.

JDR Cable Systems

Acquisition in 2007
JDR Cable Systems (Holdings) Ltd. specializes in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of subsea products for the offshore energy sector, with a strong emphasis on both oil and gas and renewable energy applications. The company provides a wide range of products, including subsea production umbilicals, subsea power cables, intervention workover control systems, and various accessories. JDR also offers comprehensive services such as offshore installation, maintenance, project planning, and asset management, ensuring support throughout the entire lifecycle of its products. Established in 1998, the company is headquartered in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, with manufacturing facilities in Hartlepool, Littleport, Houston, and Thailand. JDR Cable Systems serves a global clientele, leveraging its specialized engineering and project management expertise to meet the complex demands of the offshore energy industry.

Teknovus

Series D in 2007
Teknovus, Inc. is a fabless semiconductor and software solutions company based in Petaluma, California. Founded in 2002, Teknovus specializes in developing access chips and embedded software for the fiber-to-the-x (FTTx) market. The company provides a range of products, including Ethernet passive optical network (EPON) integrated chips for both central office and customer premises applications, as well as EPON customer premises equipment (ONU) and TDM transport chips for circuit emulation across Ethernet switched networks. Additionally, Teknovus offers evaluation kits to support original equipment manufacturers and service providers, EPON optical line terminal (OLT) solutions with a system-on-a-chip approach, and the TK3401 Intelligent EPON Node Controller, which assists service providers in addressing diverse network topologies and subscriber densities. The company's products are marketed through distributors in the United States, Europe, and China, with additional sales and support centers located in Tokyo, Seoul, Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and San Jose, California.

Syntune

Series B in 2007
Syntune is a developer of tunable lasers, specializing in solutions for the telecommunications sector. The company focuses on creating innovative laser technologies that enhance the efficiency of wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) systems, thereby reducing costs for operators. Syntune's products are integral to the development of flexible bandwidth fiber optic networks, positioning the company as a key player in advancing optical communication technologies. Additionally, Syntune's lasers are applicable in various fields, including sensor systems, further broadening its impact in the technology landscape.

PIRTEK

Acquisition in 2007
PIRTEK is a commercial & industrial equipment supplier that provides hydraulic, industrial, mining, and oil & gas equipment.

Addo Food Group

Acquisition in 2007
Addo Food Group Limited is a UK-based company specializing in the production and marketing of chilled savory pastry products. Established in 2006 and previously known as Pork Farms Group Limited, the company offers a diverse range of products, including sausage rolls, pork pies, hot pies, savory eggs, quiches, and tarts, under various brand names such as Pork Farms, Wall’s, and Bowyers. Focused on quality and innovation, Addo aims to meet the needs of retail clients and supermarket chains by ensuring sustainable and profitable growth in the competitive UK food market, which is valued at approximately £1 billion. The company emphasizes culinary expertise and emerging food trends to inspire both its employees and consumers, fostering a commitment to delivering great-tasting products.

Park Cakes

Acquisition in 2007
Park Cakes is a baking firm specializing in the production and supply of a diverse range of cakes, desserts, and pastries. The company focuses on private label offerings, providing confectioneries such as cakes, pastries, sponge rolls, and pies. This extensive assortment enables consumers to enjoy a variety of baked goods suitable for different eating occasions. Park Cakes is committed to delivering high-quality bakery products that cater to the needs of its clientele.

Addo Food Group

Acquisition in 2007
Addo Food Group Limited is a UK-based company specializing in the production and marketing of chilled savory pastry products. Established in 2006 and previously known as Pork Farms Group Limited, the company offers a diverse range of products, including sausage rolls, pork pies, hot pies, savory eggs, quiches, and tarts, under various brand names such as Pork Farms, Wall’s, and Bowyers. Focused on quality and innovation, Addo aims to meet the needs of retail clients and supermarket chains by ensuring sustainable and profitable growth in the competitive UK food market, which is valued at approximately £1 billion. The company emphasizes culinary expertise and emerging food trends to inspire both its employees and consumers, fostering a commitment to delivering great-tasting products.

Fletchers Group

Acquisition in 2006
Fletchers Group is a provider of bakery products, specializing in both fresh and frozen items. The company offers a diverse range of products, including American and English muffins, buns, rolls, specialty bread, pastries, doughnuts, scones, baguettes, and doughballs. Fletchers Group aims to excel as a private label supplier within the retail sector while developing its Kara Foodservice brand to be a preferred choice for wholesale bakery products in the foodservice industry. The company prioritizes strong relationships with major retailers and focuses on key business objectives, including delivering excellent customer service, maintaining leading technical standards, and cultivating a talented workforce.

Sequans Communications

Series C in 2006
Sequans Communications S.A. is a designer and supplier of cellular semiconductor solutions, specializing in 4G and 5G chips and modules tailored for massive, broadband, and critical Internet of Things (IoT) markets. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes its Monarch LTE-M/NB-IoT and Calliope Cat 1 chip platforms for 5G/4G massive IoT applications, known for their low power consumption and integrated functionalities. For broadband and critical IoT applications, Sequans provides the Cassiopeia Cat 4/Cat 6 4G and high-end Taurus 5G chip platforms, which are optimized for various sectors including residential, enterprise, and industrial uses. The company serves a global market with additional offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, and China.

Atempo

Series A in 2006
Atempo is a data management company that has been operating since 1992, offering solutions to secure, preserve, and transfer essential business data for a global clientele. The company provides a comprehensive suite of products, including data backup and disaster recovery solutions, such as Time Navigator and Live Navigator, along with its large NAS backup, archiving, and migration platform, Miria. Atempo's offerings are designed to cater to a wide range of data protection needs, from midsized businesses to large enterprises managing petabyte-scale data. With a focus on high-performance data migration, Atempo addresses the complexities of distributed and centralized organizational environments. Headquartered in Les Ulis, France, Atempo maintains a presence in Europe, the Americas, and Asia, supported by a network of over 100 resellers, partners, and managed service providers to deliver its services worldwide.

Staccato Communications

Series C in 2006
Staccato Communications, Inc. offers ultra wideband wireless enabled devices for the wireless USB, Bluetooth, and Internet protocol connectivity to the personal computing, consumer electronics, and mobile phone industries. Its products include single-chip integrated circuits, device adapter and device module design kits, reference design kits, wireless USB development kits, and streaming services development kits. The company also provides Ripcord Software, which provides a software stack for variety of ultra wide band applications, as well as includes installers, firmware, middleware, drivers, customization tools, and firmware upgrade tools. Staccato Communications’ products are used in various applications, such as printers, camera, mass storage devices, portable media players, wireless docking, wireless projectors, Web cameras, wireless HDTV, wireless speakers, set top boxes, wireless displays, purchasing content, sharing content, and personal servers. Staccato Communications, Inc. was formerly known as Discrete Time Communications, Inc. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in San Diego, California.

Dunlop Foams

Acquisition in 2006
Dunlop Foams is instantly recognized and respected; it represents integrity, quality, and value. For over 70 years in Australia, we have been the leading developer and manufacturer of polyurethane foams and products for diverse industrial and consumer markets including bedding, furniture, healthcare, transport, sports, packaging, and many others. Also a leading supplier of industrial and consumer foam, their products are used for a diverse range of needs that include bedding, furniture, healthcare, sports, packaging, transport, cleaning as well as custom-made to order.

Masstock Group Holdings

Acquisition in 2006
Masstock Group Holdings Ltd., is the provider of special agronomy services directly to arable and grassland farm enterprises.

Sphera Solutions

Venture Round in 2005
Sphera Solutions specializes in integrated risk management, focusing on Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHS&S), as well as Operational Risk Management and Product Stewardship. The company provides a comprehensive suite of software and consulting services designed to enhance corporate sustainability and ensure regulatory compliance. Its offerings include risk assessment tools, chemical management solutions, and health and safety management systems, catering to various industries such as oil and gas, manufacturing, and metals and mining. Sphera's commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles positions it as a leader in helping organizations manage their sustainability performance and associated risks effectively.

MoreMagic Solutions

Series D in 2005
MoreMagic Solutions is a global company that specializes in mobile commerce and financial services, facilitating transactions between mobile operators, financial institutions, retailers, and consumers. The company provides a high-throughput payment engine and pre-packaged applications that enable businesses to offer electronic payment services, allowing consumers to purchase goods and services on demand through mobile phones or the web. MoreMagic's solutions are designed for rapid implementation within existing networks and aim to generate new revenue streams for its customers. The average return on investment for businesses utilizing their services typically ranges from three to six months.

CPL Industries

Acquisition in 2005
CPL Industries Ltd. is a manufacturer and distributor based in Sheffield, United Kingdom, specializing in smokeless solid fuels and activated carbons. Founded in 1973, the company produces eco-friendly fuels made from sustainably sourced wood, catering to both domestic and international markets. In addition to solid fuels, CPL Industries offers protective bags, covers, and specialty activated carbon absorbents for air and water purification. The company also provides refractory repair services and products. Furthermore, CPL Industries has expanded its reach by selling a variety of products directly to consumers through an evolving suite of e-commerce solutions. As of March 31, 2018, it operates as a subsidiary of CPL Industries Holdings Limited.

Chipidea Microelectrónica

Series B in 2005
Chipidea Microelectrónica offers analog and mixed semiconductor solutions to wireless communications, digital media, and consumer electronics market segments. It provides analog subsystems for wireless and wire line communications, device-to-device connectivity, multimedia, and power management in Europe, Asia, and North America. The company offers analog and mixed Internet protocol products in various categories, including analog to digital converters, analog filters, analog front end, analog standard cells, audio and voice, clock management, digital modules, over sampling modulators, power management, radio frequency, USB link controllers, and USB physical interfaces for blue chip customers.

Sequans Communications

Series B in 2005
Sequans Communications S.A. is a designer and supplier of cellular semiconductor solutions, specializing in 4G and 5G chips and modules tailored for massive, broadband, and critical Internet of Things (IoT) markets. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Paris, France, the company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes its Monarch LTE-M/NB-IoT and Calliope Cat 1 chip platforms for 5G/4G massive IoT applications, known for their low power consumption and integrated functionalities. For broadband and critical IoT applications, Sequans provides the Cassiopeia Cat 4/Cat 6 4G and high-end Taurus 5G chip platforms, which are optimized for various sectors including residential, enterprise, and industrial uses. The company serves a global market with additional offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, and China.

Straatum Processware

Series C in 2005
Straatum is the leading provider of real-time fault detection and classification solutions to the semiconductor sector worldwide. Fault detection and classification is seen as the foundation stone to meeting the advanced process control (APC) requirements long anticipated in the marketplace…"advanced process control is emerging as an essential ingredient of future wafer processing as necessary process performance challenges the limits of wafer processing equipment" Gartner June 2002.

Syntune

Series A in 2004
Syntune is a developer of tunable lasers, specializing in solutions for the telecommunications sector. The company focuses on creating innovative laser technologies that enhance the efficiency of wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) systems, thereby reducing costs for operators. Syntune's products are integral to the development of flexible bandwidth fiber optic networks, positioning the company as a key player in advancing optical communication technologies. Additionally, Syntune's lasers are applicable in various fields, including sensor systems, further broadening its impact in the technology landscape.

RoadChef

Acquisition in 2004
RoadChef is a UK-based operator of motorway service areas, headquartered in Cannock. The company manages 30 service area locations across Britain, offering a range of essential services for travelers. Its facilities include motor refueling stations, food cafes, and retail stores, ensuring that customers have access to rest, replenishment, and refueling options. In addition to dining and shopping, RoadChef provides accommodation tailored for business, leisure, and family travelers, making it a comprehensive stop for those on the road.

Cabot Financial

Acquisition in 2004
Cabot Financial is a European based credit management services provider. Cabot is one of the largest credit management services providers in Europe and the market leader in the UK and Ireland (based on 120‑month estimated remaining collections as of 31 December 2016). Cabot provides a range of credit management services across a broad client base that includes some of the largest credit providers in Europe. These services include debt servicing offerings such as early stage collections, business process outsourcing, contingent collections, trace services and litigation activities Cabot has credit management experience across a range of both credit providers (including consumer finance, telecommunications companies, retailers, utilities companies and government agencies) and asset classes (including secured consumer debt, small and medium‑sized enterprise debt, and high‑value accounts).

Avebury Taverns

Acquisition in 2004
Avebury Taverns is a privately held company that owns and operates pubs.

Elegant Hotels Group

Acquisition in 2004
Elegant Hotels Group is a hospitality company based in St. James, Barbados, specializing in the ownership and operation of luxury hotels and restaurants. The company manages a portfolio of seven hotels, including Colony Club, Treasure Beach, Tamarind, The House, Crystal Cove, Turtle Beach, and Waves, offering a total of 588 rooms. In addition to its hotel operations, Elegant Hotels Group operates a renowned restaurant called Daphne's. The company also oversees Hodges Bay Resort, a beachfront property located in Antigua. Established in 1998, Elegant Hotels Group focuses on delivering high-quality accommodations and services to enhance the experience of its guests in the Caribbean.

NanoMuscle

Series C in 2003
NanoMuscle is a privately held company that designs and manufactures advanced motion technologies for use in a wide range of consumer devices. With their low cost, small size and silent operation, NanoMuscle products displace conventional electromagnetic motors and solenoids and for the first time provide miniature, affordable motion.

Avalon Photonics

Venture Round in 2003
Avalon Photonics produces world-class VCSELs (vertical cavity surface emitting lasers) for datacom, sensing, and measurement markets. These devices are enabling volume applications due to their exceptional performance, lower power consumption, and volume cost reduction.Avalon also produces unique, patent-protected, single-spatial-mode VCSELs with unsurpassed specifications required for many sensing and measurement applications. Avalon’s ISO 9001 production line achieves high quality, exceptional uniformity, and telecom-grade reliability devices. VCSELs can be provided from bare die up to fully packaged units with temperature control and fiber pigtailing.

Atempo

Venture Round in 2003
Atempo is a data management company that has been operating since 1992, offering solutions to secure, preserve, and transfer essential business data for a global clientele. The company provides a comprehensive suite of products, including data backup and disaster recovery solutions, such as Time Navigator and Live Navigator, along with its large NAS backup, archiving, and migration platform, Miria. Atempo's offerings are designed to cater to a wide range of data protection needs, from midsized businesses to large enterprises managing petabyte-scale data. With a focus on high-performance data migration, Atempo addresses the complexities of distributed and centralized organizational environments. Headquartered in Les Ulis, France, Atempo maintains a presence in Europe, the Americas, and Asia, supported by a network of over 100 resellers, partners, and managed service providers to deliver its services worldwide.

ATH

Acquisition in 2003
ATH manufactures laminating, coating and printing, humidifying and drying systems.

Cerbo

Acquisition in 2003
Cerbo is a provider of electronic health record (EHR) systems and practice management services designed to enhance the efficiency of healthcare operations. The company's platform includes features such as medical records management, prescription management, medication summaries, inventory management, and subscription billing. By automating various administrative processes, Cerbo enables healthcare providers to focus more on patient care, particularly in functional medicine and direct pay practices. The comprehensive nature of its services positions Cerbo as a valuable partner for healthcare professionals seeking to streamline their operations.

Deloro Stellite

Acquisition in 2003
Deloro Stellite was one of the world’s leading producers of hard-wearing, long-lasting components made from cobalt and nickel alloys. Its products and services were used by the aerospace, power generation, oil and gas, auto and medical industries in environments where high temperatures, corrosion and abrasion can limit a product’s life.

Sphera Solutions

Series D in 2002
Sphera Solutions specializes in integrated risk management, focusing on Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHS&S), as well as Operational Risk Management and Product Stewardship. The company provides a comprehensive suite of software and consulting services designed to enhance corporate sustainability and ensure regulatory compliance. Its offerings include risk assessment tools, chemical management solutions, and health and safety management systems, catering to various industries such as oil and gas, manufacturing, and metals and mining. Sphera's commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles positions it as a leader in helping organizations manage their sustainability performance and associated risks effectively.

Sphera Solutions

Series B in 2002
Sphera Solutions specializes in integrated risk management, focusing on Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHS&S), as well as Operational Risk Management and Product Stewardship. The company provides a comprehensive suite of software and consulting services designed to enhance corporate sustainability and ensure regulatory compliance. Its offerings include risk assessment tools, chemical management solutions, and health and safety management systems, catering to various industries such as oil and gas, manufacturing, and metals and mining. Sphera's commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles positions it as a leader in helping organizations manage their sustainability performance and associated risks effectively.

Pentagon Chemicals

Acquisition in 2001
Pentagon Chemicals (Holdings) Limited is a manufacturer based in Workington, United Kingdom, specializing in the development and production of organic intermediates and specialty chemicals. Founded in 1975, the company offers a diverse range of products, including amino acids, benzoic acid esters, benzyl chloride, and bromine, among others. Their advanced technologies, such as benzyltion, bromination, and phosgenation, enable the creation of agents utilized in various applications, including pharmaceuticals, oil recovery, agrochemicals, and paper sizing. Pentagon Chemicals serves multiple markets, including life sciences, petrochemicals, and specialty chemicals, contributing to sectors that require catalysts for petrochemical refining, active insecticides, and herbicides, as well as corrosion inhibitors and detergents for enhanced engine efficiency.

Avalon Photonics

Venture Round in 2000
Avalon Photonics produces world-class VCSELs (vertical cavity surface emitting lasers) for datacom, sensing, and measurement markets. These devices are enabling volume applications due to their exceptional performance, lower power consumption, and volume cost reduction.Avalon also produces unique, patent-protected, single-spatial-mode VCSELs with unsurpassed specifications required for many sensing and measurement applications. Avalon’s ISO 9001 production line achieves high quality, exceptional uniformity, and telecom-grade reliability devices. VCSELs can be provided from bare die up to fully packaged units with temperature control and fiber pigtailing.

Onebox Solutions

Series C in 2000
Onebox Solutions, a subsidiary of j2 Global Communications, Inc., specializes in providing outsourced virtual phone services tailored for small businesses. The company offers a comprehensive suite of communication applications, including virtual phone, fax, and email services. These solutions are designed to streamline various business processes by integrating features such as professional greetings, call routing, messaging, and conferencing into a single platform. Onebox Receptionist exemplifies the company's commitment to delivering cost-effective communication tools that emulate the capabilities of a Fortune 500 phone system, enabling small companies to enhance their operational efficiency without incurring significant expenses.

SAQQARA Systems

Series B in 2000
SAQQARA Systems specializes in providing commerce data management solutions tailored for enterprise spend management. The company focuses on enhancing data quality and management through its managed services, which include item master management, e-procurement support, and inventory reduction strategies. Additionally, SAQQARA offers expertise in areas such as strategic sourcing, ERP upgrades and migrations, systems consolidation, and reporting and business intelligence. By addressing the needs of various B2B suppliers, including manufacturers and distributors, SAQQARA enables clients to create branded and differentiated product content, facilitating effective online marketing and sales.

Altitun

Series B in 1999
Altitun AB specializes in the manufacturing of tunable lasers and transmitters aimed at enhancing the efficiency of fiber-optic telecommunications and high bandwidth networks. The company offers a comprehensive range of tunable laser products designed to facilitate flexible provisioning of affordable bandwidth for systems vendors and carriers. By focusing on innovative laser technology, Altitun aims to help reduce operational costs while contributing to the development of all-optical networks for the future. Its commitment to providing advanced solutions positions Altitun as a leader in the tunable laser market.

Massana

Series A in 1999
Founded in 1996, Massana is a pioneering technology company specializing in broadband digital communications and high-speed networking. The firm focuses on translating complex mathematical concepts into silicon through its proprietary methodologies and custom signal processing architectures. This innovative approach enables Massana to enhance broadband capabilities, addressing the growing demand for both wired and wireless Internet bandwidth. By leveraging its unique expertise, the company aims to deliver advanced solutions that cater to the evolving needs of the telecommunications industry.

Altitun

Series A in 1998
Altitun AB specializes in the manufacturing of tunable lasers and transmitters aimed at enhancing the efficiency of fiber-optic telecommunications and high bandwidth networks. The company offers a comprehensive range of tunable laser products designed to facilitate flexible provisioning of affordable bandwidth for systems vendors and carriers. By focusing on innovative laser technology, Altitun aims to help reduce operational costs while contributing to the development of all-optical networks for the future. Its commitment to providing advanced solutions positions Altitun as a leader in the tunable laser market.
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