Barclays

Barclays, established in 1690, is a British multinational bank with a global presence. It offers a wide range of financial services, including retail banking, credit cards, corporate and investment banking, and wealth management. The company serves a diverse client base, from individuals and small businesses to large corporations and governments, across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia. Barclays' services span deposit accounts, lending, credit cards, transaction banking, securities trading, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and wealth management. With over 147,500 employees and a customer base of 48 million, Barclays moves, lends, invests, and protects money for clients worldwide.

Naohiko Baba

Chief Japan Economist, Managing Director and Head of Japan Research

Gordon Beck

Managing Director

James Binns

Managing Director, Global Head of Trade and Working Capital

Andrew Challis

Managing Director of Principal Investments

Paul Compton

President of Barclays Bank PLC

Kester Keating

Director and Head of US Principal Investments

Ian Rand

COO of Corporate Development

Jes Staley

Group CEO

Past deals in Western Europe

Validis

Venture Round in 2025
Validis Holdings Ltd. is a FinTech company based in London, with an additional office in Austin, Texas, that specializes in financial data transmission software. Its primary product, Validis, facilitates secure and efficient access to clients' financial data, specifically targeting accountancy firms, financial institutions, and commercial businesses. The software connects directly to mid-tier accounting packages, allowing for high-speed data retrieval and automated extraction of financial information. Validis generates standardized reports and detailed analytics, enabling lenders to review client data quickly and accurately. This streamlined process not only accelerates the onboarding of clients for funding applications but also enhances the ongoing monitoring of client performance and compliance. Established in 2007, Validis aims to improve the efficiency of financial data management and support lenders in making informed decisions.

Databricks

Debt Financing in 2025
Databricks Inc. is a technology company that provides a unified data analytics cloud platform designed to facilitate data engineering and collaborative data science. The company offers a comprehensive suite of tools, including a just-in-time data platform that simplifies data integration, real-time experimentation, and deployment of production applications for developers and data scientists. Key products include Databricks Delta, which combines the capabilities of data warehouses with low-latency streaming, MLflow for managing the machine learning lifecycle, and Delta Lake for handling batch and streaming data. Databricks serves a diverse range of industries, including advertising, healthcare, manufacturing, and telecommunications, and has established strategic partnerships with various organizations to enhance its offerings. Founded in 2013, Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in London, Amsterdam, and Bengaluru.

Co-op

Debt Financing in 2024
The Co-operative Group is the largest mutual business in the UK, owned by over seven million consumer members. It operates approximately 4,800 retail outlets and employs more than 100,000 individuals, generating an annual turnover exceeding £13 billion. The Co-operative Group provides a range of services, from everyday grocery items to financial advice and property assistance. Unlike traditional businesses, it does not answer to shareholders but to its members, allowing for a more community-focused approach. Membership is open to anyone, granting individuals a voice in the organization's operations and a share in its profits. Established in Rochdale in 1844, the Co-operative Group remains committed to its founding principles of ethical business practices and customer focus, adapting to the changing world while prioritizing the needs of its members.

Invest in Women Taskforce

Venture Round in 2024
The goal of the Invest in Women Taskforce is to establish one of the biggest investment pots in the world, with funds contributed by female investors, in order to spur investment in female-led companies throughout the United Kingdom.

Job&talent

Debt Financing in 2024
Job&Talent is a leading marketplace for essential work, specializing in matching individuals with companies through its advanced platform. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Madrid, the company utilizes technology to simplify the hiring process, offering services that include messaging, in-application hiring, staffing, and payroll management. This innovative approach leverages big-data matching technology to enhance recruitment efficiency and quality. In 2022, Job&Talent successfully placed over 340,000 workers in more than 2,500 companies, generating €1.9 billion in revenue. Operating in ten countries across Europe, the U.S., and Latin America, Job&Talent is recognized as the highest-valued unicorn in Spain, with a valuation of $2.4 billion and support from prominent investors. The company is committed to expanding its reach and continuing to deliver reliable, flexible work solutions for both job seekers and employers.

Community Fibre

Debt Financing in 2024
Community Fibre Ltd. is a broadband service provider based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2010. The company specializes in delivering ultra-fast fibre broadband services directly to homes and businesses through optical fibre cables. It caters to residents and small to medium enterprises, offering a variety of broadband packages that vary in speed and pricing to meet diverse needs. In addition, Community Fibre provides optional services such as unlimited streaming and line rental for home phones. The company also facilitates free standard installation and includes a wifi router with its services. As a registered supplier under the UK Government’s Broadband Connection voucher scheme, Community Fibre enables eligible small and medium businesses in London to access super-fast broadband connections at no cost.

Chrysalis Investments

Post in 2024
Chrysalis Investments is a venture capital firm established in 2018 and based in London, England. The company focuses on supporting innovative and technology-enabled disruptors that are transforming various sectors and affecting competitive dynamics. By targeting the technology sector, Chrysalis Investments aims to back companies that are poised for significant growth and impact in their respective markets.

Form3

Series C in 2024
Form3 is a London-based company that provides cloud-based payment processing, clearing, and settlement services specifically designed for regulated financial institutions. Founded in 2016, it offers a fully managed payment technology service that leverages a robust AWS cloud processing platform and multiple payment gateways, ensuring 24/7 operational support. The company's micro-services architecture and application programming interfaces enable clients to access a wide array of payment schemes seamlessly. Form3's client base includes a diverse range of financial entities, such as leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies, including payment institutions and e-money providers. This innovative approach allows businesses to utilize reliable and secure payment services on a per-transaction commercial model without upfront costs.

Sunswap

Venture Round in 2024
Sunswap Ltd. is a London-based company founded in 2020, specializing in the development of innovative transport refrigeration technology aimed at achieving zero-emission cold chain transportation. The company has created a proprietary, patent-pending system that combines solar energy, battery storage, and electric refrigeration into a single high-performance unit. This technology is designed to help major clients, including DFDS and Samworth Brothers, as well as trial partners like Muller, reduce diesel emissions and associated costs in their operations. Sunswap's mission is to decarbonize the cold transportation sector, addressing pressing environmental concerns while enhancing efficiency in the logistics of perishable goods.

RedCat Pub Company

Debt Financing in 2024
RedCat Pub Company is a rapidly expanding pub enterprise that emphasizes the role of pubs as central community hubs. Focused primarily on the East, South, and South-East of England, the company operates a range of establishments designed to enhance the lifestyle of patrons. Its pubs provide memorable spaces for drinking, dining, and celebrating, fostering an environment where individuals can socialize with friends and family. RedCat's commitment to creating welcoming and supportive venues underscores its mission to strengthen community connections through shared experiences.

Naked Energy

Series B in 2024
Naked Energy Ltd. is a UK-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in manufacturing innovative solar panels designed to generate both electricity and heat for various applications. The company's flagship product, Virtu®, utilizes a hybrid solar technology that combines crystalline photovoltaic cells with an evacuated solar thermal collector, allowing for a higher energy density by converting up to 80% of available sunlight into usable heat and power. This modular design is particularly advantageous for urban environments where space is limited, making it suitable for installation on roofs and facades of buildings such as hotels, hospitals, and manufacturing facilities. Naked Energy's patented heat transfer mechanism ensures optimal thermal and electrical outputs across diverse geographic and climatic conditions. Currently, the company is in the final stages of preparing for the commercial launch of its technology to serve domestic, commercial, and industrial markets globally.

Wessex Water Services

Debt Financing in 2024
Wessex Water is a regional utility service based in South West England that specializes in providing water supply and sewage treatment services. The company is dedicated to delivering fresh water to its customers and managing wastewater through its sewage treatment facilities. With a focus on reliability and sustainability, Wessex Water plays a crucial role in ensuring the availability of clean water and effective wastewater management in the regions it serves.

Hometree

Debt Financing in 2024
Hometree is a home energy services company focused on facilitating the transition to low-carbon living for homeowners. It provides a range of services including the installation, repair, and financing of renewable energy technologies and energy-efficient heating systems. Hometree aims to simplify the process of adopting sustainable home improvements by offering comprehensive home emergency insurance and maintenance coverage through convenient online subscription plans. This approach allows homeowners in the United Kingdom to manage their energy consumption effectively while ensuring that the entire lifecycle of energy solutions—from installation to ongoing maintenance—is comprehensively supported.

iwoca

Debt Financing in 2024
Iwoca Ltd. is a London-based company that provides credit finance services to small businesses in the United Kingdom. Established in 2011, iwoca specializes in offering unsecured business loans and short-term cash loans to help businesses manage cash flow gaps and invest in growth opportunities. Its clients include a diverse range of sectors such as retail, hospitality, and service industries. The company offers flexible repayment options that span from one day to 24 months, allowing businesses to repay early without incurring penalties. Through its online platform, iwoca facilitates a streamlined application process, enabling businesses to secure funding for various needs, including inventory, technology, and employee expenses.

Funding Xchange

Series B in 2024
Funding Xchange is a London-based enterprise that aims to streamline the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) funding landscape through innovative digital solutions. Established in 2014, the company has developed a technology platform that connects businesses to over 70 funders, allowing them to receive indicative funding offers within three minutes and actual funds in their accounts in ten minutes. Funding Xchange's Marketplace facilitates access to finance by integrating with major online price comparison websites and offering customized solutions for banks and advisory platforms. Through its FXE Technologies division, the firm provides white-label lending tools for financial institutions and brokers, enhancing customer interactions and improving operational efficiency. The platform's eligibility and affordability assessment tools utilize real-time validated transactional data, enabling comprehensive risk analytics and streamlined underwriting for various SME funding options. This approach allows businesses to embrace digital transformation without the complications typically associated with technology projects, ultimately making the funding process more accessible and efficient for SMEs.

Global Net Lease

Post in 2024
Global Net Lease is a real estate investment trust that specializes in acquiring and managing a globally diversified portfolio of commercial real estate properties. The company focuses on various segments, including industrial and distribution, multi-tenant retail, single-tenant retail, and office properties, with the industrial and distribution segment generating the majority of its revenue. Operating across the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Europe, Global Net Lease engages in the ownership, management, leasing, acquisition, investment, and sale of its portfolio assets. The company aims to provide stable quarterly dividends and inflation protection to its stakeholders, positioning itself as a reliable player in the commercial real estate market.

Enpal

Debt Financing in 2024
Enpal GmbH is a Berlin-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in providing comprehensive renewable energy solutions, primarily through the installation and operation of solar panels for residential electricity generation. The company offers a range of products, including solar panels, batteries, wallboxes, heat pumps, and energy management systems, catering to customers in Germany and Italy. Enpal initially adopted a sales-based model but successfully transitioned to a lease model that requires no upfront payment and includes installation, insurance, and maintenance services. This approach has resulted in significant growth, with over 60,000 solar PV systems installed and revenues exceeding 400 million euros as of 2022. Enpal employs more than 1,000 team members, including over 200 local installer teams, and has opened several satellite offices to enhance customer service across its markets. The company has received numerous awards for its contributions to sustainability and customer service, positioning itself as a leader in the solar PV installation sector in Germany.

Offr

Venture Round in 2023
Offr Limited is a technology company that operates a platform designed for residential and commercial property agents to facilitate the buying and selling of real estate. The platform allows buyers to make private offers, participate in auctions, schedule viewings, and manage essential documentation such as proof of funds and legal contracts, all within a streamlined digital interface. Offr's solution enhances the property transaction experience by enabling agents to conduct various transaction types, including binding sales, conditional sales, and sealed bids. The company ensures that all buyers are pre-qualified, enhancing the integrity and efficiency of the offer process. Founded in 2018, Offr is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with an additional office in London, United Kingdom.

Advanced Electric Machines

Series A in 2023
Advanced Electric Machines Limited, established in 2016 and located in Washington, United Kingdom, specializes in the design and manufacture of electric traction motors for low carbon vehicles. The company provides innovative motor solutions, such as the ReFITT traction motor, tailored for electric trucks, buses, and other commercial vehicles. Their flagship product, the HDSRM, is a magnet-free motor that eliminates concerns associated with rare earth materials, copper windings, and demagnetization. This technology supports compatibility with commercially available inverters and enhances energy efficiency through lightweight mechanical systems. Committed to fostering the development of new low carbon propulsion technologies, Advanced Electric Machines aims to leverage its UK manufacturing base to supply products globally, positioning itself competitively in the evolving market for sustainable transportation solutions.

iwoca

Debt Financing in 2023
Iwoca Ltd. is a London-based company that provides credit finance services to small businesses in the United Kingdom. Established in 2011, iwoca specializes in offering unsecured business loans and short-term cash loans to help businesses manage cash flow gaps and invest in growth opportunities. Its clients include a diverse range of sectors such as retail, hospitality, and service industries. The company offers flexible repayment options that span from one day to 24 months, allowing businesses to repay early without incurring penalties. Through its online platform, iwoca facilitates a streamlined application process, enabling businesses to secure funding for various needs, including inventory, technology, and employee expenses.

ZeroAvia

Series C in 2023
ZeroAvia, Inc. is a company focused on developing zero-emission aircraft and hydrogen-electric propulsion systems aimed at transforming short-haul commercial aviation. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Hollister, California, with an additional office in Cranfield, United Kingdom, ZeroAvia is dedicated to eliminating aviation emissions while maintaining operational efficiency. The company's innovative powertrain utilizes a hydrogen fuel-cell system, allowing for retrofitting of existing aircraft and facilitating the adoption of sustainable aviation practices. By emphasizing scalable technologies, ZeroAvia seeks to partner with various stakeholders in the aviation industry to provide cleaner, more efficient flight options, thereby reducing costs and carbon dioxide emissions associated with air travel.

ThinCats

Debt Financing in 2023
ThinCats is a private equity investment firm established in 2010 and located in Leicestershire, United Kingdom. The firm specializes in providing tailored funding solutions to mid-sized businesses, helping them achieve their growth ambitions. With a focus on sectors such as healthcare, leisure, and technology, ThinCats employs a combination of data analytics and traditional lending practices to create customized financial solutions. Their services encompass funding for growth, acquisitions, refinancing, and restructuring, ensuring that each client's unique needs are effectively addressed.

Everyman Cinemas

Post in 2023
Everyman Cinemas operates as an independent network of boutique cinemas in the United Kingdom, offering a unique cinematic experience characterized by high-quality service, comfort, and a carefully curated selection of films. Founded in 1933 and based in London, the company manages 33 venues equipped with 110 screens under the Everyman brand, showcasing both contemporary and classic films alongside event cinema productions. Each venue features distinctive bar and foyer spaces, enhancing the overall experience for patrons. Known for its commitment to quality and comfort, Everyman Cinemas aims to create memorable moments that surpass traditional cinema expectations. The group has been expanding rapidly and operates locations in various cities, including Stratford Upon Avon, Chelmsford, Harrogate, and Birmingham. By focusing on film, food, and beverage offerings, Everyman generates the majority of its revenue from its entertainment services, playing a significant role in the revival of independent cinema in the UK.

Iberdrola

Post in 2023
Iberdrola is a leading global utility company engaged in the production, distribution, and retail of electricity and gas across nearly 40 countries. With a diverse portfolio of 56 gigawatts, it primarily generates electricity from nuclear, fossil-fuel, hydroelectric, and renewable energy sources, with wind power representing approximately 40% of its capacity. The company operates significant electricity and distribution networks in Spain, the UK, Brazil, and the US, where it maintains a strong presence. Iberdrola is committed to advancing the energy transition through a sustainable business model that emphasizes renewable energy, smart grids, large-scale energy storage, and digital transformation, aimed at delivering innovative products and services to its customers. In addition to its generation activities, Iberdrola is involved in gas storage and supply, reinforcing its position as a comprehensive energy provider.

W. P. Carey

Post in 2023
W. P. Carey Inc. is a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the ownership of operationally-critical commercial properties. The company boasts a diverse portfolio of approximately 1,215 net lease properties, covering around 142 million square feet, primarily located in the United States, Northern Europe, and Western Europe. Established in 1973, W. P. Carey focuses on long-term net leases with creditworthy tenants across various sectors, including industrial, warehouse, office, retail, and self-storage properties. The company emphasizes stability by structuring leases with built-in rent escalators, which contribute to consistent cash flows. Its operations are divided into Real Estate and Investment Management segments, with the majority of revenue generated from the Real Estate division. W. P. Carey has a long-standing history of delivering reliable dividend income to investors, underscoring its commitment to sound financial practices and strategic growth within the net lease market.

Peninsula Business Services

Debt Financing in 2023
Since 1983 Peninsula has been providing professional services to small businesses across the UK. They started small theirselves, just a few people in a room. So, although they’ve grown over the years, their values remain the same. They know what small businesses need because they are still a small business at heart. Their first specialism was employment law. For a small business to navigate that maze is next to impossible without the right help. But the cost of having an HR professional on staff is too high for most small businesses, and traditional lawyers often don’t understand small business needs.

Cinesite

Debt Financing in 2022
Cinesite is a leading visual effects and animation company, established in 1991 and headquartered in London. Renowned for its creativity and technical expertise, Cinesite provides a wide range of visual effects services for feature films, television, and streaming media. The company boasts an award-winning team of talented visual effects artists who transform filmmakers' visions into stunning cinematic experiences. With a focus on delivering high-quality animated features, Cinesite serves the global entertainment industry, ensuring that its projects resonate with audiences worldwide.

Airex

Series A in 2022
Airex Technologies is a company based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in smart ventilation control solutions. Founded in 2016, Airex develops intelligent air ventilation units that utilize atmospheric sensors and cloud-based algorithms to enhance indoor air quality and energy efficiency. The company's retrofit smart ventilation control system regulates airflow through air-bricks, providing homeowners with benefits such as reduced energy bills, improved thermal comfort, and healthier living environments. By automatically adjusting air flow based on local weather conditions and air quality data, Airex aims to create healthier homes while minimizing disturbances and maintaining optimal air quality.

Liberis

Debt Financing in 2022
Liberis Limited is a London-based company that specializes in providing cash advances and loans to small and medium-sized enterprises. Founded in 2005 and formerly known as Merchant Cash Express Limited, the company rebranded in 2013. Liberis offers a finance platform designed to deliver tailored financial solutions directly to businesses and through partnerships. With a focus on embedded finance, the company aims to support business growth by offering revenue-based financing and alternative financial services. Liberis operates as a subsidiary of Rapid Financial Services, LLC, enhancing its ability to cater to the financial needs of its clients.

Naked Energy

Series B in 2022
Naked Energy Ltd. is a UK-based company founded in 2009 that specializes in manufacturing innovative solar panels designed to generate both electricity and heat for various applications. The company's flagship product, Virtu®, utilizes a hybrid solar technology that combines crystalline photovoltaic cells with an evacuated solar thermal collector, allowing for a higher energy density by converting up to 80% of available sunlight into usable heat and power. This modular design is particularly advantageous for urban environments where space is limited, making it suitable for installation on roofs and facades of buildings such as hotels, hospitals, and manufacturing facilities. Naked Energy's patented heat transfer mechanism ensures optimal thermal and electrical outputs across diverse geographic and climatic conditions. Currently, the company is in the final stages of preparing for the commercial launch of its technology to serve domestic, commercial, and industrial markets globally.

Kensington Mortgage Company

Acquisition in 2022
Kensington Mortgage Company is a financial services firm based in Maidenhead, United Kingdom, specializing in mortgage lending. Founded in 1995, the company provides a range of residential mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of non-traditional borrowers, including contractors, self-employed individuals, and first-time buyers. Kensington Mortgage offers various loan types such as complex income mortgages, self-employed mortgages, and personal mortgages, all secured against residential properties. The company's mission is to assist brokers in securing mortgage agreements for their clients, whether for home purchases or buy-to-let investments, thus facilitating the property buying process for a diverse clientele.

MQube

Series A in 2022
MQube is a technology-driven company focused on transforming the UK mortgage market by addressing the challenges faced by lenders, brokers, landlords, and home buyers. Established with a commitment to enhancing user experience, MQube launched its MPowered Mortgages and MPowered platform in 2021. The company utilizes artificial intelligence, unique document extraction technology, and smart data management to automate lending decisions, thereby providing borrowers with greater certainty and control over the mortgage process. Its platform ensures the accuracy of customer data and facilitates the retrieval of relevant data points from documents supplied by mortgage brokers. This innovation enables customers to secure mortgages more easily while allowing lenders to make quicker lending decisions and improve overall customer outcomes.

Sunswap

Venture Round in 2022
Sunswap Ltd. is a London-based company founded in 2020, specializing in the development of innovative transport refrigeration technology aimed at achieving zero-emission cold chain transportation. The company has created a proprietary, patent-pending system that combines solar energy, battery storage, and electric refrigeration into a single high-performance unit. This technology is designed to help major clients, including DFDS and Samworth Brothers, as well as trial partners like Muller, reduce diesel emissions and associated costs in their operations. Sunswap's mission is to decarbonize the cold transportation sector, addressing pressing environmental concerns while enhancing efficiency in the logistics of perishable goods.

LendingCrowd

Debt Financing in 2022
LendingCrowd is a prominent fintech lending platform based in Scotland, founded in 2014 by CEO Stuart Lunn. The company focuses on providing funding solutions for small and medium-sized businesses across the UK by leveraging advanced technology developed by its team in Edinburgh. Through its online peer-to-peer lending platform, LendingCrowd connects these businesses with a community of individual and institutional lenders, facilitating straightforward, low-cost loans with flexible terms and minimal administrative burdens. The platform aims to simplify the borrowing process, allowing businesses to secure instant loans as needed while offering investors the opportunity for returns.

Liberis

Venture Round in 2021
Liberis Limited is a London-based company that specializes in providing cash advances and loans to small and medium-sized enterprises. Founded in 2005 and formerly known as Merchant Cash Express Limited, the company rebranded in 2013. Liberis offers a finance platform designed to deliver tailored financial solutions directly to businesses and through partnerships. With a focus on embedded finance, the company aims to support business growth by offering revenue-based financing and alternative financial services. Liberis operates as a subsidiary of Rapid Financial Services, LLC, enhancing its ability to cater to the financial needs of its clients.

Nimbla

Venture Round in 2021
Nimbla is a London-based fintech company specialising in B2B invoice insurance for small and medium-sized businesses in the UK. It offers an innovative digital platform that enables clients to instantly assess their invoices' creditworthiness and insure them individually against insolvency risks. The platform also provides predictive cash flow analysis, risk assessment tools, and trade credit protection, helping businesses manage their credit exposure effectively.

AlphaSense

Series C in 2021
AlphaSense, Inc. is a market intelligence platform that specializes in information discovery for research professionals. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company has additional offices in London, Helsinki, Pune, and other locations. Its web-based platform aggregates and indexes financially relevant data from various sources, enabling users to conduct natural language searches for critical insights across filings, research, news, and other disclosures. The platform is designed to facilitate informed decision-making by providing users with the ability to set alerts, analyze data, and navigate complex information efficiently. AlphaSense serves nearly 2,000 enterprise clients, including a significant number of financial institutions and a majority of the S&P 500, who rely on its tools to drive their business decisions.

Form3

Series C in 2021
Form3 is a London-based company that provides cloud-based payment processing, clearing, and settlement services specifically designed for regulated financial institutions. Founded in 2016, it offers a fully managed payment technology service that leverages a robust AWS cloud processing platform and multiple payment gateways, ensuring 24/7 operational support. The company's micro-services architecture and application programming interfaces enable clients to access a wide array of payment schemes seamlessly. Form3's client base includes a diverse range of financial entities, such as leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies, including payment institutions and e-money providers. This innovative approach allows businesses to utilize reliable and secure payment services on a per-transaction commercial model without upfront costs.

FreshBooks

Series E in 2021
FreshBooks is a cloud-based accounting software company that simplifies financial management for business owners. Serving customers in over 160 countries, it offers an intuitive platform for invoicing, expense management, online payments, and time tracking. The software is designed to automate time-consuming tasks, allowing small businesses to maintain professional bookkeeping with ease. FreshBooks is recognized for its exceptional customer support, having received multiple accolades for its service quality. With offices in Canada, Croatia, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United States, FreshBooks caters to businesses of all sizes, helping them streamline their financial processes and enhance client engagement.

M&C Saatchi

Post in 2021
M&C Saatchi is a prominent advertising and marketing group founded in 1995, recognized as the largest independent creative agency network globally. The agency is built on the principle of Brutal Simplicity, focusing on creating significant inventions that encompass communications, products, services, and experiences to address various challenges. M&C Saatchi offers a diverse range of services, including research agency services, direct marketing, digital and mobile advertising, branding, corporate public relations, TV production, and sports sponsorship. The company operates across multiple regions, including the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from the UK market.

Eurostar International

Debt Financing in 2021
Eurostar International Limited operates high-speed rail services between London and major European cities, including Paris, Brussels, Lille, Calais, Disneyland Paris, and the French Alps. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in London, Eurostar is a subsidiary of SNCF Mobilités Group. It provides direct connections via the Channel Tunnel, carrying over 150 million passengers since its inception in 1994. The company offers three travel classes, online booking options, and combined train and hotel packages for customers' convenience.

Tong Engineering

Venture Round in 2021
Tong Engineering is a provider of UK manufacturer of grading & handling equipment for vegetable & recycling industries.

HUBX

Series A in 2021
Designed by seasoned capital markets professionals, HUBX empowers investment professionals to manage their workflows and relationships with insight, intelligence and control. HUBX provides an out of the box solution for advisors to manage deals from origination to distribution. Suitable for: • Brokers and Deal Introducers • Investment Syndicates • Wealth managers and Private Banks • Corporate Finance Advisors • Investment Banks • Stock Exchanges HUBX technology powers the London Stock Exchange Group’s ELITE private placement platform connecting high growth companies with LSEG’s global institutional investor network. Regulated by the FCA.

Sambro International

Debt Financing in 2021
Sambro International Limited is a designer and manufacturer of children's products, specializing in toys, art and craft items, stationery, bags, and wheeled goods. Established in 1989 and headquartered in Bury, United Kingdom, the company operates showrooms in the UK, Holland, and Hong Kong, and markets its products online across Europe. Sambro's offerings include a diverse range of novelty products that cater to various brands, targeting the needs of children and their families.

OpenFin

Venture Round in 2020
OpenFin Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing runtime solutions for financial desktops, facilitating the development and deployment of web applications in the financial services sector. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in London, OpenFin enables applications to operate outside the browser, allowing for enhanced features such as real-time notifications, secure communications, and interoperability among various applications. Its platform is designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of financial institutions, streamlining the app distribution process and eliminating costly packaging and deployment cycles. By offering a user experience akin to mobile operating systems, OpenFin enhances the functionality and efficiency of financial applications, ultimately supporting the needs of banks and financial services across the United States and Europe.

Offr

Seed Round in 2020
Offr Limited is a technology company that operates a platform designed for residential and commercial property agents to facilitate the buying and selling of real estate. The platform allows buyers to make private offers, participate in auctions, schedule viewings, and manage essential documentation such as proof of funds and legal contracts, all within a streamlined digital interface. Offr's solution enhances the property transaction experience by enabling agents to conduct various transaction types, including binding sales, conditional sales, and sealed bids. The company ensures that all buyers are pre-qualified, enhancing the integrity and efficiency of the offer process. Founded in 2018, Offr is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, with an additional office in London, United Kingdom.

British Automobile Racing Club

Debt Financing in 2020
The British Automobile Racing Club is the motorsport organisations in the United Kingdom.

Flux Systems

Venture Round in 2020
Flux Systems Limited is a technology company that specializes in a digital receipts and rewards platform designed to streamline the management of payment receipts. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Reading, United Kingdom, Flux Systems provides a service that automatically links digital receipts to users' banking applications, enhancing the shopping experience for consumers and retailers alike. The platform is built with bank-level security and utilizes third-party servers in secure European data centers, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations regarding data protection. The company partners with various retailers and financial institutions, including Barclaycard, Costa, and Starling Bank, to deliver its innovative services across the United Kingdom.

Cinesite

Private Equity Round in 2019
Cinesite is a leading visual effects and animation company, established in 1991 and headquartered in London. Renowned for its creativity and technical expertise, Cinesite provides a wide range of visual effects services for feature films, television, and streaming media. The company boasts an award-winning team of talented visual effects artists who transform filmmakers' visions into stunning cinematic experiences. With a focus on delivering high-quality animated features, Cinesite serves the global entertainment industry, ensuring that its projects resonate with audiences worldwide.

THG

Debt Financing in 2019
THG Holdings plc is an online retailer and technology company based in Manchester, United Kingdom, specializing in direct-to-consumer e-commerce solutions for consumer brand owners. Founded in 2004, the company has developed a robust platform that enables the manufacture and online retail of nutrition, skincare, haircare, and cosmetics products. THG operates a diverse array of websites that sell luxury fashion items and provides various services, including website development, online advertising, marketing, and consultancy. Additionally, it offers warehousing, distribution, and content creation through THG Studios, which supports large-scale projects. Beyond e-commerce, THG is involved in the management of hairdressing salons, hotels, and health clubs. The company was previously known as The Hut Group Limited before rebranding to THG Holdings plc in September 2020.

Cutover

Series A in 2019
Cutover is a work orchestration and observability platform founded in 2013 and based in Shoreditch, Hackney. The company specializes in enhancing collaboration and reducing risks associated with critical enterprise IT change events. Its platform facilitates seamless integration with various SaaS tools, allowing teams to manage complex workflows and gain full visibility into organizational performance. Cutover's services include cyber recovery, cloud migration, IT disaster recovery, and release management, providing enterprises with the ability to prepare for significant events through rehearsals and real-time performance data analysis. This comprehensive approach simplifies operational complexity and strengthens communication among stakeholders.

OpenFin

Series C in 2019
OpenFin Inc. is a technology company that specializes in providing runtime solutions for financial desktops, facilitating the development and deployment of web applications in the financial services sector. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in London, OpenFin enables applications to operate outside the browser, allowing for enhanced features such as real-time notifications, secure communications, and interoperability among various applications. Its platform is designed to meet the stringent security and compliance requirements of financial institutions, streamlining the app distribution process and eliminating costly packaging and deployment cycles. By offering a user experience akin to mobile operating systems, OpenFin enhances the functionality and efficiency of financial applications, ultimately supporting the needs of banks and financial services across the United States and Europe.

Krowd

Seed Round in 2019
Krowd Limited is a London-based company established in 2016 that specializes in developing a customer acquisition platform aimed at enhancing the relationship between retailers and cardholders. The company offers a Customer Acquisition Marketplace, which enables retailers to bid in real-time for cardholders, ensuring the sourcing of high-quality, behavior-changing offers. By integrating transaction data with information from third-party sources, Krowd provides both small and large merchants with hyper-personalized offers. Its platform employs artificial intelligence to facilitate a bidding marketplace that not only aids retailers in boosting customer acquisition and retention but also helps credit card issuers increase usage.

Form3

Series B in 2018
Form3 is a London-based company that provides cloud-based payment processing, clearing, and settlement services specifically designed for regulated financial institutions. Founded in 2016, it offers a fully managed payment technology service that leverages a robust AWS cloud processing platform and multiple payment gateways, ensuring 24/7 operational support. The company's micro-services architecture and application programming interfaces enable clients to access a wide array of payment schemes seamlessly. Form3's client base includes a diverse range of financial entities, such as leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies, including payment institutions and e-money providers. This innovative approach allows businesses to utilize reliable and secure payment services on a per-transaction commercial model without upfront costs.

Wireless Infrastructure Group

Debt Financing in 2018
Wireless Infrastructure Group is an independent company that specializes in the development and operation of wireless communication infrastructure in the United Kingdom and beyond. Established in 2006, WIG focuses on building and managing communication towers and other wireless assets through a shared model supported by a robust fiber backbone. The company has enhanced competition in the telecom sector, which is typically dominated by a few large players, by introducing innovation and efficiency. WIG has expanded its portfolio to include over 2,000 shared communication infrastructure assets, acquired from a diverse array of sources such as utilities, mobile operators, and police forces. Recently, the company has also initiated operations in the Republic of Ireland and the Netherlands, further extending its reach in the wireless infrastructure market.

Beacon Platform

Series A in 2018
Beacon Platform, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a cloud-based integrated data and financial analytics platform tailored for capital markets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York, the company offers a comprehensive suite of applications designed for quants, data scientists, and business users. Its platform includes a front office suite that features a cross-asset trading and risk management system, along with a financial developer toolkit that allows users to build, test, and deploy analytics at an enterprise scale. Beacon Platform's cloud-native technology supports rapid development and deployment, enabling clients to efficiently implement solutions that span the entire financial workflow, from front to back office. With additional offices in London, Tokyo, and other locations, Beacon serves a global clientele, helping them enhance their commercial capabilities in a competitive landscape.

Hyperoptic

Debt Financing in 2018
Hyperoptic Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in providing fiber-to-the-building broadband services for residential and business customers. Founded in 2010, Hyperoptic differentiates itself by delivering true fiber broadband directly to premises, bypassing the limitations of existing infrastructure that often rely on outdated copper cables. This approach results in significantly higher internet speeds and more reliable performance compared to typical hybrid services offered by other UK internet service providers. The company offers a range of services, including installation, billing, telephony, technical support, and business solutions like leased lines and shared leased lines. As the demand for high-speed internet continues to grow, Hyperoptic is focused on expanding its fiber infrastructure to enhance broadband availability across the UK, where true hyperfast broadband remains limited compared to other countries.

THG

Debt Financing in 2018
THG Holdings plc is an online retailer and technology company based in Manchester, United Kingdom, specializing in direct-to-consumer e-commerce solutions for consumer brand owners. Founded in 2004, the company has developed a robust platform that enables the manufacture and online retail of nutrition, skincare, haircare, and cosmetics products. THG operates a diverse array of websites that sell luxury fashion items and provides various services, including website development, online advertising, marketing, and consultancy. Additionally, it offers warehousing, distribution, and content creation through THG Studios, which supports large-scale projects. Beyond e-commerce, THG is involved in the management of hairdressing salons, hotels, and health clubs. The company was previously known as The Hut Group Limited before rebranding to THG Holdings plc in September 2020.

Hornby

Post in 2018
Hornby PLC is a manufacturer and retailer of toy and hobby products, primarily specializing in model trains and model railways. The company's extensive product range includes train sets, locomotives, wagons, coaches, and various accessories such as tracks, power and control systems, and scenic elements. Hornby markets its offerings under several well-known brands, including Hornby, Skale Autos, SkaleScenics, Skaledale, Arnold, Jouef, Lima, Rivarossi, and Electrotren. With a distribution network that spans hobby specialists, retailers, and its own website, Hornby serves customers in the United Kingdom, the United States, Spain, Italy, and other parts of Europe. Established in 1907, the company is headquartered in Margate, United Kingdom.

Digital Reasoning

Series D in 2018
Digital Reasoning Systems, Inc. is a developer of an artificial intelligence cognitive computing platform that specializes in processing and organizing unstructured data into meaningful insights for businesses. Founded in 2000 and based in Franklin, Tennessee, with additional offices in New York, Washington, D.C., and London, the company offers its primary product, Synthesys, which utilizes advanced features such as natural language processing, entity resolution, and link analysis. This platform is designed to automatically categorize, link, retrieve, and profile unstructured data, providing critical intelligence and insights for industries including finance, healthcare, and legal sectors. Digital Reasoning's solutions support intelligence analysts in both government and commercial markets, enhancing their ability to visualize connections within data sets and address risks and threats effectively. The company maintains strategic partnerships to enhance its offerings and expand its reach in the market.

CurveGlobal

Venture Round in 2018
CurveGlobal Markets is the brand name of the London Stock Exchange derivatives market.

Ornua

Debt Financing in 2017
Ornua is an Irish dairy product firm based in Dublin that specializes in the export, marketing, and sales of a wide range of consumer dairy products and dairy food ingredients. The company focuses on transforming high-quality milk from Irish grass-fed cows into delicious dairy offerings that resonate with consumers globally. By prioritizing customer needs, Ornua develops products and brand campaigns designed to inspire and engage its clientele. This commitment to quality and customer service allows Ornua to provide competitive solutions in the dairy market, ensuring that clients can meet their demands effectively.

STEM

Series B in 2017
Kano Computing Limited specializes in developing educational kits and a coding platform aimed at children and young learners. Founded in 2013 and based in London, the company provides a range of do-it-yourself hardware kits that allow users to create games, synthesize music, and animate characters. Its offerings include the Motion Sensor Kit, which uses a USB sensor to translate physical movements into data, enhancing the learning experience. Kano's products are designed to teach users about computers and coding through engaging, hands-on projects, fostering creativity and essential coding skills. The company sells its kits online and also exports its products internationally, making its educational tools accessible to a global audience.

Form3

Series A in 2017
Form3 is a London-based company that provides cloud-based payment processing, clearing, and settlement services specifically designed for regulated financial institutions. Founded in 2016, it offers a fully managed payment technology service that leverages a robust AWS cloud processing platform and multiple payment gateways, ensuring 24/7 operational support. The company's micro-services architecture and application programming interfaces enable clients to access a wide array of payment schemes seamlessly. Form3's client base includes a diverse range of financial entities, such as leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies, including payment institutions and e-money providers. This innovative approach allows businesses to utilize reliable and secure payment services on a per-transaction commercial model without upfront costs.

Poq

Debt Financing in 2017
Poq Studio Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in developing a cloud-based application commerce platform tailored for retailers. Established in 2011, Poq enables retailers to create highly effective and fully customized native applications efficiently. The platform integrates seamlessly with existing e-commerce systems and provides rich functionality, allowing retailers to launch transactional apps equipped with essential features. With capabilities such as a content management system, interactive content implementation, and push messaging, the platform allows retailers to manage customer journeys, enhance brand presence, and foster customer loyalty through relevant communications and rewards. Poq also helps retailers analyze performance metrics and identify growth opportunities by combining data from online and in-store shopping experiences. In addition to its headquarters in London, Poq maintains offices in the United States.

AUTO1 Group

Series E in 2017
AUTO1 Group GmbH is a Berlin-based technology platform that specializes in the buying and selling of used cars. Founded in 2012, the company connects individual customers and professional car dealers through its digital marketplace, facilitating seamless transactions without the need for negotiation. AUTO1 Group sources used vehicles from various channels, including original equipment manufacturers and dealerships, and offers a certified and diverse inventory through its brands, such as AUTO1.com and Autohero.com. Operating in nearly 30 countries across Europe and North America, Auto1 Group serves both the retail market for private customers and the merchant segment for commercial car dealers. Its services include auction fees and logistics, ensuring a streamlined and transparent process in the used car trade.

Belltown Group

Venture Round in 2017
Belltown Power is an international renewable energy company founded in 2013 and based in London. The company specializes in the development and operation of wind, solar, hydro, and biomass heat projects. Belltown Power's dedicated team focuses on project sourcing, evaluation, construction, and operations, aiming to maximize long-term asset value while delivering high-quality renewable energy solutions. By collaborating with development and funding partners, Belltown Power actively works to decarbonize the economy and provide clients with reliable, high-yielding energy assets.

Wazoku

Debt Financing in 2017
Wazoku Limited is a London-based company that specializes in web-based idea management tools aimed at fostering innovation within organizations. Established in 2011, Wazoku offers various solutions, including Custom Spotlight, Business Spotlight, Government Spotlight, and Idea Spotlight, which enable businesses to capture, evaluate, and prioritize ideas from employees, partners, and customers. These tools are designed to support organizations of all sizes in their innovation efforts, helping them to build a sustainable culture of innovation. In addition to its software offerings, Wazoku provides training, workshops, and consulting services to enhance the idea management process. The company is committed to integrating innovation and sustainability into its core operations, believing that every organization can innovate effectively at scale.

Castleton Technology

Post in 2016
Castleton Technology plc is an investment holding company that specializes in providing software and managed services primarily to the public and not-for-profit sectors in the United Kingdom and Australia, with a strong focus on the social housing sector. The company operates through two main segments: Managed Services and Software Solutions. The Managed Services segment delivers IT infrastructure and support, while the Software Solutions segment offers a wide range of applications designed to enhance business processes for social landlords. These solutions include tenant engagement tools, rent collection systems, financial planning and control software, and document management services. Additionally, Castleton Technology's offerings feature integrated tools for repairs management, AI capabilities for Amazon Alexa integration, and various specialized software for managing arrears and supplier invoicing. Established in 1997 and formerly known as Redstone plc, Castleton Technology plc is headquartered in Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom, and operates as a subsidiary of MRI Software Limited since June 2020.

Olive Communications

Debt Financing in 2016
Olive Communications is a provider of managed cloud communication services, catering to corporate, small, and mid-sized organizations across the UK. The company partners with major network operators, carriers, IT vendors, and infrastructure providers, including long-standing collaborations with Microsoft, Mitel, and Virtual 1. Recognized as Vodafone Platinum Partner of the Year in 2015, Olive consolidates and manages communication networks and services for over 7,000 businesses. Its offerings include secure, consistent, and seamless communication solutions that enhance information technology infrastructure, improve workforce accountability, and support flexible working arrangements, ultimately delivering cost efficiencies to its clients.

MOO.COM

Debt Financing in 2015
MOO Print Limited is a print and design company that specializes in creating customizable business stationery and promotional materials, including business cards, postcards, flyers, notecards, gift cards, and stickers. Founded in 2004 and based in London, the company operates primarily through its online platform, allowing customers to upload their own designs or select from a variety of templates. MOO is known for its unique offering of products, such as MiniCards, where each card can feature a different image, making them popular among users. The company has expanded its product line over the years and now serves customers globally, having sold millions of cards across more than 180 countries. With additional offices in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, MOO aims to provide accessible design tools and high-quality print products while focusing on sustainability.

Reevoo

Series C in 2015
Reevoo Limited operates a user-generated content platform that connects brands with customers by providing verified ratings and reviews. This platform enhances customer engagement and facilitates communication between businesses and their clients, ultimately driving conversions and expediting the purchase journey. Reevoo serves a diverse range of industries, including automotive, finance, manufacturing, retail, and travel, both in the United Kingdom and internationally. Founded in 2005 and based in London, with additional locations in Sydney and California, Reevoo enables companies to collect and analyze customer feedback, allowing them to better understand their audience and improve their products and services.

Anthemis

Venture Round in 2015
Anthemis Group, established in 2010, is a London-based, multi-stage asset management platform that invests in and supports early-stage financial services and technology companies in the United States and Europe. The firm aims to drive change in the financial system by fostering businesses committed to resiliency, transparency, access, and equity. With a deep understanding of markets and models, and a passion for emerging technology, Anthemis creates a collaborative ecosystem for diverse stakeholders to address the financial system's most pressing challenges.

Anthemis

Venture Round in 2014
Anthemis Group, established in 2010, is a London-based, multi-stage asset management platform that invests in and supports early-stage financial services and technology companies in the United States and Europe. The firm aims to drive change in the financial system by fostering businesses committed to resiliency, transparency, access, and equity. With a deep understanding of markets and models, and a passion for emerging technology, Anthemis creates a collaborative ecosystem for diverse stakeholders to address the financial system's most pressing challenges.

PhotoBox Group

Debt Financing in 2014
PhotoBox Group, established in 2000, is a leading European online platform for digital photo printing and personalised photo gifts. With over 30 million members, it specialises in transforming digital photographs into tangible keepsakes, offering a wide range of products including photo books, calendars, phone cases, and other related items. The company operates primarily in the United Kingdom, enabling customers to share memories and celebrate special moments by personalising their digital photos through its user-friendly platform or mobile app.

GBM Digital Technologies

Debt Financing in 2014
GBM Digital Technologies is a prominent distributor of Apple technology, specializing in the provision of computer hardware and software products. With over 20 years of experience, the company serves a diverse clientele that includes businesses, charities, educational institutions, and public sector organizations across the UK. GBM is dedicated to transforming organizations through technology, delivering high-quality service, support, and integration tailored to the specific needs of its customers. By focusing on the education sector, GBM plays a crucial role in enhancing technological capabilities within schools and institutions, thereby fostering innovation and efficiency in their operations.

G4S

Post in 2013
G4S is a leading international security solutions group, headquartered in London, England, and founded in 1901. The company specializes in providing a range of security services and solutions tailored for various businesses and industries, particularly in sectors where safety and security risks are significant concerns. G4S combines expertise, a skilled workforce, and advanced technology, including data analytics, to enhance security measures and help organizations minimize risks and costs. Its mission is to safeguard the welfare and prosperity of millions of people globally by delivering effective security solutions.

Fixnetix

Venture Round in 2012
Fixnetix Ltd. is a provider of market data, trading access, and infrastructure connectivity tailored for financial institutions, including market makers, investment banks, hedge funds, and trading houses. Established in 2005 and headquartered in London, with additional offices in major financial hubs such as New York, Chicago, Boston, and Tokyo, the company specializes in ultra-low latency trading solutions and risk management services. Fixnetix offers a range of managed services across various asset classes, including equities, options, futures, bonds, commodities, and foreign exchange. Its product offerings include iX-Max, a market data feed protocol, and iX-EMS, a managed service for trading members encompassing risk management controls and connectivity. The company also provides iX-eCute, a real-time pre-trade risk assessment system, and iX-Eye, a multi-market risk management system for monitoring trading activity. Furthermore, Fixnetix delivers comprehensive connectivity and infrastructure solutions, including hardware consultancy, installation, and 24/7 support services.

PhotoBox Group

Debt Financing in 2011
PhotoBox Group, established in 2000, is a leading European online platform for digital photo printing and personalised photo gifts. With over 30 million members, it specialises in transforming digital photographs into tangible keepsakes, offering a wide range of products including photo books, calendars, phone cases, and other related items. The company operates primarily in the United Kingdom, enabling customers to share memories and celebrate special moments by personalising their digital photos through its user-friendly platform or mobile app.

Total Fitness

Acquisition in 2010
Total Fitness Ltd. operates a network of health and fitness clubs across the United Kingdom, primarily focused in the North of England and Wales. Established in 2016 and based in Handforth, the company manages 17 health clubs that offer a wide range of fitness services. These facilities are equipped with gym floors featuring cardio equipment, training and functional kits, swimming pools, and various studio spaces for group exercises. Total Fitness provides a diverse array of fitness classes, including circuits, spinning, boot camps, and specialized training such as martial arts and pole dancing. Additionally, the company emphasizes holistic health by offering nutrition guidance and fitness advice to its members.

AWS Electronics Group

Venture Round in 2008
AWS Electronics Group Ltd. is a prominent provider of electronics manufacturing solutions in Europe, specializing in a comprehensive range of services across the entire electronic product life cycle. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Staffordshire, United Kingdom, with an additional office in Námestovo, Slovakia, the company offers rapid prototyping, complete product assembly, testing, and complex electro-mechanical assembly. Its capabilities also include cable and harness assembly, as well as through-life repair and maintenance. AWS Electronics Group serves a diverse array of sectors such as aerospace, automotive, defense, medical, environmental energy, and industrial controls. The company operates through three UK centers of excellence, each focusing on different aspects of electronics manufacturing, while leveraging a low-cost manufacturing facility in Slovakia to enhance its service offerings. As of January 2020, AWS Electronics Group operates as a subsidiary of Incap Oyj.

Supermarket Income REIT

Supermarket Income REIT plc is a United Kingdom-based company focused on acquiring high-quality supermarket properties across the country. The company aims to establish a diversified portfolio of supermarket real estate assets that not only generates long-term, RPI-linked income from institutional-grade tenants but also offers potential for capital growth through active asset management. By strategically investing in key supermarket sites, Supermarket Income REIT seeks to align with the evolving grocery market in the UK, ensuring sustainable returns for its shareholders.
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