Balderton Capital

Balderton Capital, established in 2000, is a London-based venture capital firm dedicated to supporting European technology businesses. They provide funding and strategic guidance to founders at all stages, from seed to exit. Balderton specializes in Series A investments, with ticket sizes ranging from $1 million to $20 million, and occasionally participates in seed or Series B rounds. Their portfolio spans various sectors, including technology, healthcare, consumer goods, and retail. Balderton offers additional value through its network of experienced executives, CEO Collective, and platform services, fostering a community where portfolio companies can connect and grow.

Shikha Ahluwalia

Principal

Greta Anderson

Associate

Solène Brébant

Associate

Tim Bunting

Partner

Georgia Forbes

Investment Associate

Michael Lavner

Principal

Bernard Liautaud

Managing Partner

Magda Lukaszewicz

Principal

Laura McGinnis

Principal

Zoe Mohl

Associate

Elena Moneta

Principal

Samuel Myers

Principal

Adrian Rainey

Operating Partner

Clara Ricard

Analyst

Carlotta Riganti

Principal

Andrea Roda

Principal

Claudia Rowe

Principal

Sivesh Sukumar

Associate

David Thevenon

Partner

Sujay Tyle

Venture Partner

Rana Yared

Partner

Past deals in Car Rental

Carwow

Venture Round in 2024
Carwow Ltd. operates an online platform that simplifies the process of buying new cars by connecting consumers with dealerships. The platform allows users to compare offers on configured cars, facilitating a more transparent and efficient purchasing experience without the need for haggling. Carwow also provides valuable buying advice, including car reviews, recommendations for choosing the right vehicle, and guidance on financing and selling cars. Founded in 2009 and based in London, the company aims to enhance the car buying experience by streamlining interactions between buyers and official dealers, ultimately improving stock turnover for dealerships while helping consumers find reasonable prices. Carwow was previously known as Digital Blurb Limited before rebranding in May 2013.

Carwow

Venture Round in 2022
Carwow Ltd. operates an online platform that simplifies the process of buying new cars by connecting consumers with dealerships. The platform allows users to compare offers on configured cars, facilitating a more transparent and efficient purchasing experience without the need for haggling. Carwow also provides valuable buying advice, including car reviews, recommendations for choosing the right vehicle, and guidance on financing and selling cars. Founded in 2009 and based in London, the company aims to enhance the car buying experience by streamlining interactions between buyers and official dealers, ultimately improving stock turnover for dealerships while helping consumers find reasonable prices. Carwow was previously known as Digital Blurb Limited before rebranding in May 2013.

Virtuo

Series C in 2021
Virtuo is a digital car rental platform designed for urban residents, providing a convenient way to book and unlock premium vehicles using a mobile app. The service eliminates the traditional rental desk process, allowing users to enjoy a paperless experience that simplifies and streamlines vehicle rental. Customers can configure their rentals directly from their smartphones, enhancing the overall convenience and comfort for both private individuals and professionals. By focusing on on-demand access to a variety of cars, Virtuo aims to meet the needs of city dwellers seeking efficient and user-friendly transportation solutions.

Zego

Series C in 2021
Zego is a motor insurance provider that specializes in offering flexible insurance solutions tailored for good drivers and those who engage in gig economy work, such as delivery drivers and couriers. The company operates an on-demand insurance platform that offers pay-as-you-go options, allowing customers to choose coverage based on their individual needs and usage. Starting at £0.65 per hour, Zego provides a variety of policies, ranging from minute-by-minute insurance to annual coverage, enabling vehicle owners to enjoy greater flexibility compared to traditional insurers. By utilizing usage data from vehicles, Zego is committed to delivering competitive pricing and customized insurance options that reflect the modern demands of mobility service providers and their drivers.

Carwow

Corporate Round in 2019
Carwow Ltd. operates an online platform that simplifies the process of buying new cars by connecting consumers with dealerships. The platform allows users to compare offers on configured cars, facilitating a more transparent and efficient purchasing experience without the need for haggling. Carwow also provides valuable buying advice, including car reviews, recommendations for choosing the right vehicle, and guidance on financing and selling cars. Founded in 2009 and based in London, the company aims to enhance the car buying experience by streamlining interactions between buyers and official dealers, ultimately improving stock turnover for dealerships while helping consumers find reasonable prices. Carwow was previously known as Digital Blurb Limited before rebranding in May 2013.

Zego

Series B in 2019
Zego is a motor insurance provider that specializes in offering flexible insurance solutions tailored for good drivers and those who engage in gig economy work, such as delivery drivers and couriers. The company operates an on-demand insurance platform that offers pay-as-you-go options, allowing customers to choose coverage based on their individual needs and usage. Starting at £0.65 per hour, Zego provides a variety of policies, ranging from minute-by-minute insurance to annual coverage, enabling vehicle owners to enjoy greater flexibility compared to traditional insurers. By utilizing usage data from vehicles, Zego is committed to delivering competitive pricing and customized insurance options that reflect the modern demands of mobility service providers and their drivers.

Virtuo

Series B in 2019
Virtuo is a digital car rental platform designed for urban residents, providing a convenient way to book and unlock premium vehicles using a mobile app. The service eliminates the traditional rental desk process, allowing users to enjoy a paperless experience that simplifies and streamlines vehicle rental. Customers can configure their rentals directly from their smartphones, enhancing the overall convenience and comfort for both private individuals and professionals. By focusing on on-demand access to a variety of cars, Virtuo aims to meet the needs of city dwellers seeking efficient and user-friendly transportation solutions.

Zego

Series A in 2017
Zego is a motor insurance provider that specializes in offering flexible insurance solutions tailored for good drivers and those who engage in gig economy work, such as delivery drivers and couriers. The company operates an on-demand insurance platform that offers pay-as-you-go options, allowing customers to choose coverage based on their individual needs and usage. Starting at £0.65 per hour, Zego provides a variety of policies, ranging from minute-by-minute insurance to annual coverage, enabling vehicle owners to enjoy greater flexibility compared to traditional insurers. By utilizing usage data from vehicles, Zego is committed to delivering competitive pricing and customized insurance options that reflect the modern demands of mobility service providers and their drivers.

Virtuo

Series A in 2017
Virtuo is a digital car rental platform designed for urban residents, providing a convenient way to book and unlock premium vehicles using a mobile app. The service eliminates the traditional rental desk process, allowing users to enjoy a paperless experience that simplifies and streamlines vehicle rental. Customers can configure their rentals directly from their smartphones, enhancing the overall convenience and comfort for both private individuals and professionals. By focusing on on-demand access to a variety of cars, Virtuo aims to meet the needs of city dwellers seeking efficient and user-friendly transportation solutions.

Carwow

Series C in 2017
Carwow Ltd. operates an online platform that simplifies the process of buying new cars by connecting consumers with dealerships. The platform allows users to compare offers on configured cars, facilitating a more transparent and efficient purchasing experience without the need for haggling. Carwow also provides valuable buying advice, including car reviews, recommendations for choosing the right vehicle, and guidance on financing and selling cars. Founded in 2009 and based in London, the company aims to enhance the car buying experience by streamlining interactions between buyers and official dealers, ultimately improving stock turnover for dealerships while helping consumers find reasonable prices. Carwow was previously known as Digital Blurb Limited before rebranding in May 2013.

Cars45

Series A in 2017
Cars45 is an online platform that simplifies the buying and selling of pre-owned vehicles in Nigeria. The process begins with vehicle owners submitting their car information for a free quote online. They can then schedule an appointment at one of the company's inspection centers, where a comprehensive evaluation of the vehicle's condition is conducted, including assessments of the engine, brakes, tires, and a road test. Following this evaluation, Cars45 makes an offer to the owner, and if accepted, guarantees a wire payment to the owner's bank account within 45 minutes. After pricing the vehicle and creating a digital service history, Cars45 provides the acquired cars to a private network of buyers, ensuring a transparent and efficient transaction process.

Carwow

Series B in 2016
Carwow Ltd. operates an online platform that simplifies the process of buying new cars by connecting consumers with dealerships. The platform allows users to compare offers on configured cars, facilitating a more transparent and efficient purchasing experience without the need for haggling. Carwow also provides valuable buying advice, including car reviews, recommendations for choosing the right vehicle, and guidance on financing and selling cars. Founded in 2009 and based in London, the company aims to enhance the car buying experience by streamlining interactions between buyers and official dealers, ultimately improving stock turnover for dealerships while helping consumers find reasonable prices. Carwow was previously known as Digital Blurb Limited before rebranding in May 2013.

Carwow

Series A in 2014
Carwow Ltd. operates an online platform that simplifies the process of buying new cars by connecting consumers with dealerships. The platform allows users to compare offers on configured cars, facilitating a more transparent and efficient purchasing experience without the need for haggling. Carwow also provides valuable buying advice, including car reviews, recommendations for choosing the right vehicle, and guidance on financing and selling cars. Founded in 2009 and based in London, the company aims to enhance the car buying experience by streamlining interactions between buyers and official dealers, ultimately improving stock turnover for dealerships while helping consumers find reasonable prices. Carwow was previously known as Digital Blurb Limited before rebranding in May 2013.

Carwow

Seed Round in 2014
Carwow Ltd. operates an online platform that simplifies the process of buying new cars by connecting consumers with dealerships. The platform allows users to compare offers on configured cars, facilitating a more transparent and efficient purchasing experience without the need for haggling. Carwow also provides valuable buying advice, including car reviews, recommendations for choosing the right vehicle, and guidance on financing and selling cars. Founded in 2009 and based in London, the company aims to enhance the car buying experience by streamlining interactions between buyers and official dealers, ultimately improving stock turnover for dealerships while helping consumers find reasonable prices. Carwow was previously known as Digital Blurb Limited before rebranding in May 2013.

InterResolve

Venture Round in 2010
InterResolve is a radically new approach to dealing with car accident personal injury claims. Their highly-automated process works with insurers and car rental agencies to bypass the expensive and inefficient legal processes. InterResolve is also an ethical solution for end-customers because it provides early medical attention, more clarity on claim and quicker payment of compensation – whilst ultimately cutting car insurance costs.
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