Barclays

Barclays PLC is a global financial services company headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with a history dating back to 1690. The firm operates through two main divisions: Barclays UK and Barclays International, providing a wide range of financial products and services across retail and corporate sectors. Barclays offers retail banking services, including deposit accounts, credit cards, and consumer lending, while its corporate and investment banking services encompass mergers and acquisitions advisory, capital raising, and risk management solutions. The company also provides wealth management services for high-net-worth individuals and institutions, alongside securities trading and comprehensive cash management solutions. With a presence in over 50 countries, Barclays serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, corporations, governments, and institutional investors, managing the financial needs of more than 48 million customers globally.

Naohiko Baba

Head of Research and Managing Director

James Binns

Managing Director, Global Head of Trade and Working Capital

Enrico Chiapparoli

CEO of Barclays Italy and Co-Head of EMEA Industrials Investment Banking

Ben Davey

CEO

Kester Keating

Head of US Principal Investments

Pramod Kumar

CEO

Marc Page

MD, Customer and Product Financials

Kirsty Rutter

Managing Director, Chief Innovation Officer

Past deals in United Kingdom

Zedify

Series A in 2023
Zedify specializes in zero-emission first and last mile delivery services within urban areas. The company focuses on providing same-day deliveries, catering to both local and national needs through partnerships with carriers. By emphasizing time-sensitive and ethical logistics solutions, Zedify aims to help clients improve their brand reputation and enhance customer satisfaction.

Naked Energy

Series B in 2022
Naked Energy Ltd. manufactures solar panels that generate electricity and heat for commercial and residential applications. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Crawley, United Kingdom.

MQube

Series A in 2022
MQube is a fintech company operating in the mortgage industry. Driven by data, artificial intelligence and deep machine learning, MQube have developed a platform that delivers mortgages with certainty and control. MQube can produce a legally binding mortgage offer in hours (subject to valuation), weeks quicker than market norms, reducing inefficiencies and offering customers better outcomes.

Sunswap

Venture Round in 2022
Sunswap Ltd. is a London-based company established in 2020 that focuses on developing innovative transport refrigeration technology aimed at decarbonizing the cold chain. The company specializes in creating zero-emission Transport Refrigeration Units (TRUs) that utilize solar power and adaptive battery capacity, providing an eco-friendly alternative to traditional diesel-powered units. Sunswap's patent-pending technology has demonstrated its capability to maintain temperatures as low as -22°C through a working prototype. The company is currently collaborating with six major UK supermarkets to refine its product, with the goal of securing sales and further advancing sustainable refrigeration solutions.

Coffee Masters

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Coffee Masters is a retailer focused on providing tailored solutions for coffee, tea, and specialty drinks, with the goal of enhancing the reputation, foot traffic, and profitability of its clients. The company specializes in unique barista training and offers a comprehensive range of commercial coffee machines, equipment, and ingredients, as well as other beverages and accompaniments. Through its offerings, Coffee Masters aims to share a passion for refreshing beverages while empowering individuals and businesses to create high-quality coffee experiences.

Responsible

Seed Round in 2022
Responsible operates a re-commerce finance platform aimed at retailers, helping them extend the lifespan of their products and address sustainability challenges in the fashion industry. The platform integrates seamlessly with both e-commerce and physical retail environments, providing shoppers with information about the residual value of items prior to purchase. This innovative approach not only supports sustainable consumption but also enhances the shopping experience by encouraging informed decision-making among consumers.

Gousto

Debt Financing in 2022
Gousto is a meal kit delivery service that supplies customers with fresh, organic, and seasonal ingredients in precise portions to prepare home-cooked meals. Founded in 2011 by Timo and James, the company addresses the challenges of busy lifestyles by offering a convenient way to access diverse recipes, which are developed by both professional chefs and passionate home cooks. Customers can select from a regularly updated menu of recipes online, with deliveries made weekly to their doorsteps. The service allows users to pause their subscriptions when needed, making it flexible for those with varying schedules. Initially introduced through market stalls, Gousto has since expanded to a comprehensive service that prioritizes quality and variety, moving away from the limitations of traditional supermarket ready-meals.

AlphaSense

Series C in 2021
AlphaSense is a market intelligence platform that allows professionals to make critical decisions with confidence and speed. The company has nearly 2,000 enterprise clients, including financial institutions that use the platform to inform their business decisions. AlphaSense is trusted by over 1,800 enterprise customers, including a majority of the S&P 500.

Form3

Series C in 2021
Form3 delivers cloud-based connectivity, payment processing, clearing and settlement services. It is a fully managed payment technology service combining a powerful AWS cloud processing platform, multiple-scheme payment gateways and a fully managed 24x7 service model. Form3's powerful micro-services architecture and API's provide a single point of simple access to the full universe of payment schemes. Its clients include a wide range of regulated financial institutions, including leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies (payment institutions, e-money providers, and pre-paid card providers). Form3 was founded in 2016 and is based in London, England.
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Origami

Series C in 2021
Origami Energy Ltd., a technology company, develops and commercializes a technology platform for distributed energy applications. It offers technology and solutions to connect, control, and manage a network of existing energy generating/energy using/energy storing assets connected to the electricity grid. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Eurostar International

Debt Financing in 2021
Eurostar International Limited provides rail transportation services. It offers its services in France, Netherlands, Belgium, and the United Kingdom. The company also offers services in the areas of Trains hotels, holidays, destinations, and club Eurostar. Eurostar International Limited was formerly known as Eurostar (UK) Ltd. and changed its name to Eurostar International Limited in December 1996. The company was founded in 1990 and is based in London, United Kingdom. Eurostar International Limited operates as a subsidiary of SNCF Mobilités Group.

Zeta Global

Debt Financing in 2021
Zeta Global is a data-driven marketing solutions provider that assists brands in acquiring, growing, and retaining customers. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in New York City, the company leverages advanced analytics, big data, and machine learning to deliver consumer intelligence and marketing automation software. Its flagship product, the Zeta Marketing Platform, integrates identity data to analyze vast amounts of structured and unstructured data, enabling brands to predict consumer intent and optimize marketing efforts across various channels. Zeta serves a diverse range of industries, including financial services, insurance, telecommunications, and retail, and has established itself as a leading player in the marketing technology sector, competing with major firms like Oracle and Salesforce. With a global workforce of over 1,000 employees, Zeta has multiple offices and Centers of Excellence around the world, including locations in Silicon Valley, London, and Hyderabad.

SparkChange

Seed Round in 2021
SparkChange is a technology platform and financial product ecosystem focused on facilitating investment in carbon instruments for both institutional and individual investors. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Seattle, with additional offices in London and Boston, the company aims to simplify access to carbon markets and pricing worldwide. Its platform enables users to engage in alternative investing, mitigate carbon exposure, and meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards. By providing advanced data sets, analytical models, and expert insights, SparkChange empowers financial institutions to integrate carbon pricing into their investment and risk strategies, ultimately enhancing environmental impact through increased market accessibility.

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

Debt Financing in 2021
Sambro International Ltd is a company that specializes in the design and manufacture of toys, art and craft products, stationery items, bags, and wheeled goods. Established in 1989 and headquartered in Bury, United Kingdom, the company operates showrooms in the United Kingdom, Holland, and Hong Kong to showcase its diverse product range. Sambro’s offerings are also available to customers through online platforms, primarily targeting the European market.
The Renewables Infrastructure Group Limited specializes in infrastructure investments. The fund typically invests in operational assets which generate electricity from renewable sources, with a particular focus on onshore wind farms and solar photovoltaic parks. It seeks to invest in United Kingdom and Northern European countries including France, Ireland, Germany and Scandinavia. The fund seeks to invest through equity and shareholder loans.

OpenFin

Venture Round in 2020
OpenFin Inc. specializes in providing runtime technology solutions tailored for financial desktops, enabling web applications to deliver enhanced functionality such as pop-up windows, real-time notifications, and seamless communication between applications. Catering primarily to the financial services sector, including banks and trading platforms in the United States and Europe, OpenFin's platform offers capabilities akin to mobile operating systems, allowing applications to run outside the browser with features like docking support, custom title bars, and secure communications. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in London, OpenFin has established itself as a vital partner for numerous large financial institutions, facilitating both in-house application deployment and client services. The company has garnered investment from notable firms and industry executives, further solidifying its position in the fintech landscape.

Offr

Seed Round in 2020
Offr Limited operates a platform designed to streamline the buying and selling of residential and commercial properties. This technology allows agents to offer a seamless experience for their clients by enabling features such as private offers, auction bidding, viewing appointments, and document management, including uploading proof of funds and digital contract signing. Offr supports various transaction types, including binding sales, conditional sales, off-market sales, and sealed bids, all while ensuring that buyers are pre-qualified through proof of funds and identification. Agents can set specific conditions for each property, enhancing the likelihood of serious offers. Founded in 2017 and based in Dublin, Ireland, with an additional office in London, Offr aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in real estate transactions.

British Automobile Racing Club

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

TapTrip

Venture Round in 2020
Hola, hallo and bonjour! We are taptrip. We have a tech head and a travellers’ heart, and we are passionate about changing the way things are done around here. But don’t worry, disruption never felt so easy, or looked so good. So välkommen! We’re excited you made it. ------- taptrip have a tech head and a travellers’ heart, and we’re using them both to power the world’s leading businesses and travel management companies to change the way things are done around here. That means more speed, more ease, more great data insights, convenience, and way less headache, offline bookings and time wasted. We are more affordable than our competitors, which gives you access to new markets such as small medium-sized businesses. Our traveller booking compliance is almost double the industry average, which will delight your clients, and we have the sweetest award-wining interface in the business travel world. - Finalist for Best Self-Booking Tool at the Business Travel Awards 2020. - Winner of the Disrupt Launchpad Award at the 2019 Business Travel Show. - Named 'One to Watch' in the Buying Business Travel 2019 Hotlist. - Listed as one of the top 5 exciting startups in the travel management space for 2018 by the Guild of Travel Management (GTMC).

MWE

Debt Financing in 2020
MWE produces transport swabs and general laboratory consumables. MWE produces in excess of 100 million medical devices per annum servicing customers domestically and globally.

H4

Venture Round in 2020
H4 is a digital platform transforming the documentation that underpins global financial markets and legal contracts. H4 is a utility for the marketplace to benefit investment banks, law firms, financial investors, issuers, and other market participants.

Ondine Restaurant

Debt Financing in 2020
Ondine Restaurant operates seafood restaurants. It provides simple fish or chips or indulge in a grand seafood platter.

Youtility

Venture Round in 2020
Youtility is a free app that brings all your home finances into one place. Track, compare, switch and save, all in-app. Every year we spend over 50% of our salaries on home finances yet managing and tracking these accounts is a modern day nightmare. Youtility is on a mission to provide a simple and smart solution.

Flux Systems

Venture Round in 2020
Flux Systems develops software platform that keeps a track of payment receipts by automatically linking them to payment cards. The company was built with bank level security. They store and process data using third party servers located in secure data centers in Europe, that are protected by firewalls and have restricted access in compliance with applicable regulations. Flux was founded in 2016 and is based in London, England. Its major partners include Barclaycard, Costa, pod, EAT., Barclays, and Starling Bank.

Applica

Series A in 2020
Applica.ai Ltd develops artificial intelligence solutions that automates business processes that require comprehension of large volumes of text. It offers Applica, an artificial intelligence based solution that helps reduce the human workforce effort, shorten document turnover, and cut down on human error. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Cinesite

Private Equity Round in 2019
Cinesite is a prominent visual effects and animation company headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with additional studios in Vancouver and Montréal. Established in 1991, Cinesite specializes in creating high-quality visual effects for feature films and television shows, catering to a global clientele. The company boasts a team of award-winning visual effects artists who transform filmmakers' concepts into stunning cinematic experiences. Known for its creativity and technical expertise, Cinesite has established itself as one of the largest and most innovative visual effects companies in the industry.

THG

Debt Financing in 2019
THG Holdings plc is an online retailer and technology company headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom, operating across Europe and internationally. The company specializes in providing a comprehensive direct-to-consumer e-commerce solution for consumer brand owners, utilizing Software as a Service licenses. THG is actively involved in the manufacture and online retail of nutrition, skincare, haircare, and cosmetics products. Additionally, it operates various websites that feature luxury fashion brands and offers services such as website development, online advertising, marketing, and consultancy. Beyond e-commerce, THG manages hairdressing salons, hotels, and a health club and spa. Established in 2004 and originally known as The Hut Group Limited, the company rebranded to THG Holdings plc in September 2020. With a focus on fast-moving consumer goods, particularly in the health and beauty sectors, THG leverages advanced technology and a skilled workforce to drive its growth in the global market.

Cutover

Series A in 2019
Cutover is a platform designed to orchestrate critical enterprise IT change events, focusing on enhancing collaboration while minimizing risk and costs. It provides a unique solution for planning, rehearsing, and executing major events such as IT system changes and service resilience testing. By addressing a systemic gap in enterprise tools—often filled by spreadsheets, emails, and calls—Cutover enables real-time visualization, collaboration, and orchestration during complex, high-risk periods. This platform supports significant IT releases, major incident management, service resilience, and crisis management, fostering collective accountability and transparency. Ultimately, Cutover aims to facilitate the seamless coordination of multiple teams, ensuring that critical business events are managed effectively and safely.

SafeHouse

Seed Round in 2019
SafeHouse Technologies Limited develops multi-device cyber security solutions for individuals, enterprises and the government. The company’s product, Bodyguard, detects, deceives, and defeats threats that bypass other security systems. SafeHouse Technologies Limited was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel. The company has additional offices in the United Kingdom and India.

Remitly

Debt Financing in 2019
Remitly Global, Inc. is a digital remittance company that facilitates international money transfers through its extensive global network, serving regions such as Africa, Asia, Central Europe, and South America. The company offers a mobile payment service that allows users to send money from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom using various digital devices. Remitly aims to disrupt the traditional money transfer industry, which is valued at $588 billion annually, by employing advanced technology to streamline the process and reduce fees. As a licensed money transmitter, Remitly operates in 49 states and Washington, D.C., generating revenue primarily from transaction fees and foreign exchange spreads. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Remitly also maintains offices in London, Manila, and Nicaragua.

OpenFin

Series C in 2019
OpenFin Inc. specializes in providing runtime technology solutions tailored for financial desktops, enabling web applications to deliver enhanced functionality such as pop-up windows, real-time notifications, and seamless communication between applications. Catering primarily to the financial services sector, including banks and trading platforms in the United States and Europe, OpenFin's platform offers capabilities akin to mobile operating systems, allowing applications to run outside the browser with features like docking support, custom title bars, and secure communications. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in London, OpenFin has established itself as a vital partner for numerous large financial institutions, facilitating both in-house application deployment and client services. The company has garnered investment from notable firms and industry executives, further solidifying its position in the fintech landscape.

Simudyne

Series A in 2019
Simudyne Ltd. is a technology company that specializes in artificial intelligence simulation platforms tailored for financial institutions. Founded in 2016 by simulation expert Justin Lyon, the company develops Providence, a product that delivers simulation results driven by real-world data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Simudyne enables organizations to run complex models that reflect aspects of entire countries and offers the flexibility for clients to operate the platform on their own systems to maintain data confidentiality. Their technology is designed to help financial organizations, including global banks, regulators, and exchanges, make informed decisions by effectively utilizing agent-based modeling. The company has experienced significant growth since participating in the Barclays TechStars program in 2017 and Mastercard Start Path in 2018, building a team that includes experts with advanced degrees in relevant fields. Simudyne is headquartered in Shoreditch, United Kingdom.

TapTrip

Seed Round in 2019
Hola, hallo and bonjour! We are taptrip. We have a tech head and a travellers’ heart, and we are passionate about changing the way things are done around here. But don’t worry, disruption never felt so easy, or looked so good. So välkommen! We’re excited you made it. ------- taptrip have a tech head and a travellers’ heart, and we’re using them both to power the world’s leading businesses and travel management companies to change the way things are done around here. That means more speed, more ease, more great data insights, convenience, and way less headache, offline bookings and time wasted. We are more affordable than our competitors, which gives you access to new markets such as small medium-sized businesses. Our traveller booking compliance is almost double the industry average, which will delight your clients, and we have the sweetest award-wining interface in the business travel world. - Finalist for Best Self-Booking Tool at the Business Travel Awards 2020. - Winner of the Disrupt Launchpad Award at the 2019 Business Travel Show. - Named 'One to Watch' in the Buying Business Travel 2019 Hotlist. - Listed as one of the top 5 exciting startups in the travel management space for 2018 by the Guild of Travel Management (GTMC).

Hivemind

Seed Round in 2019
Hivemind Technologies Limited is a data analytics company based in London, United Kingdom, established in 2016. It specializes in developing software that transforms unstructured data from various sources, including company reports, regulatory filings, news feeds, and images, into clean, valuable datasets. Its main products, Hivemind Studio and Hivemind Agora, utilize a combination of computational methods and distributed human intelligence to refine raw data into accurate data assets. This enables clients, such as hedge funds, global asset managers, and data vendors, to effectively collect data, train machine learning models, and perform crowd-sourced image annotation, ultimately facilitating relevant insights for data-driven decision-making.

Photocert

Convertible Note in 2019
Photocert Ltd operates a digital insurance platform that focuses on secure claim automation and the validation of visual evidence. The company provides technology that allows policyholders to capture certified authentic images, ensuring that each photo includes verified details such as date, time, GPS location, and source device, while confirming the image's integrity since its capture. Photocert's solutions are designed to address issues of misinformation and fraud in the digital space, particularly within the insurance sector. Their modular product can be customized to meet diverse client needs, offering a range of applications, including onboarding processes, damage estimation for motor claims, and property claims related to water leaks. Additionally, Photocert's platform facilitates the creation of automated standards for condition checking in the art industry and provides legally valid photographic evidence to minimize liabilities in the shipping sector. Incorporated in 2016, Photocert is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

Bink

Series A in 2019
Bink is a UK-based company that has created a mobile application designed to connect card payments with loyalty programs. Founded in 2015 by Gregory Gormley and Lee Clarke, the app allows users to register their debit or credit cards and seamlessly link them to multiple loyalty schemes. By doing so, it enables customers to collect loyalty points and access discounts, enhancing their shopping experience. Bink is headquartered in Ascot, United Kingdom.

Krowd

Seed Round in 2019
Krowd Limited develops a platform connecting retailers and cardholders. It serves retailers, banks, and merchant acquirers. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in London, United Kingdom.

MarketInvoice

Series B in 2019
Kriya Finance is a business finance company based in the UK, specializing in providing flexible financial solutions to businesses through an online platform. Established as the country's first online marketplace for trading invoices, Kriya Finance enables companies to access working capital efficiently. The platform supports a variety of businesses by facilitating quick financing options, allowing them to manage essential expenses such as payroll, supplier payments, and the launch of new products or services. With a focus on leveraging technology coupled with personalized support, Kriya Finance aims to empower business owners to save time and enhance their growth potential. Since its inception, the company has made significant contributions to the financing landscape, advancing substantial funds to businesses across diverse sectors.

Form3

Series B in 2018
Form3 delivers cloud-based connectivity, payment processing, clearing and settlement services. It is a fully managed payment technology service combining a powerful AWS cloud processing platform, multiple-scheme payment gateways and a fully managed 24x7 service model. Form3's powerful micro-services architecture and API's provide a single point of simple access to the full universe of payment schemes. Its clients include a wide range of regulated financial institutions, including leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies (payment institutions, e-money providers, and pre-paid card providers). Form3 was founded in 2016 and is based in London, England.

Wireless Infrastructure Group

Debt Financing in 2018
Wireless Infrastructure Group is an independent infrastructure company. We build and operate communication towers and other wireless infrastructure to enable the connection between networks and the communities that rely on their services. WIG was launched as an independent infrastructure company in 2006. The telecoms sector is dominated by a handful of very large companies and WIG has brought competition, innovation and greater efficiency to the market. The business has grown steadily on the back of significant investment and an entrepreneurial approach to developing shared wireless infrastructure. AlvahSince 2006 we have built new infrastructure across the UK and also acquired under-managed infrastructure from a wide range of sources including utilities, mobile operators and police forces. We now have more than 2,000 shared communication infrastructure assets in our portfolio and have recently started operations in Republic of Ireland and the Netherlands.

MyLife Digital

Debt Financing in 2018
MyLife Digital Ltd is a data management services provider based in Corsham, United Kingdom, established in 2014. The company specializes in secure cloud hosting and offers a range of services including data management with sharing preference control, personal data stores, verified digital attributes, and secure file vaults. MyLife Digital processes various forms of data, such as user self-reported information, surveys, connected device outputs, and real-time data from third-party sources. Its clientele spans multiple sectors, including healthcare, finance, sports, charity, and nonprofit organizations, as well as both large corporations and small to medium enterprises. The company aims to enhance organizational performance through trusted data, aligning with evolving privacy regulations to foster strong relationships between individuals and organizations. MyLife Digital has formed a strategic partnership with TrustArc Inc. and operates as a subsidiary of Inc & Co Ltd.

Beacon Platform

Series A in 2018
Beacon is a development platform that enables commercially-focused quants to rapidly write and release code in a scalable. Its cloud-native technology platform is designed for capital markets, enabling customers to securely build, test, and deploy analytics at the enterprise scale. Beacon Platforms’ trading and risk applications, financial developer toolkit, transparent source code enable customers to quickly go-live with solutions that span from the front to the back office. Beacon provides a flexible cross-asset data model and analytics designed for capital markets. This helps their customers focus on their commercial edge and avoid shared pain. It was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in New York, New York. They have offices in the United States, Germany, UK, and Canada.

Hyperoptic

Debt Financing in 2018
Hyperoptic Ltd. is a London-based provider of fiber-to-the-building broadband services aimed at residential, business, and property sectors. Established in 2010, the company distinguishes itself by delivering true superfast broadband through direct fiber connections to premises, in contrast to many UK internet service providers that rely on hybrid systems involving outdated copper cables. This approach allows Hyperoptic to offer high and reliable internet speeds, addressing the UK's lag in hyperfast broadband availability compared to countries like Japan and the United States. The company collaborates with property owners, developers, and professionals to install fiber infrastructure in both new and existing buildings, while also providing services such as installation, billing, telephony, technical support, and various business broadband solutions. With a robust expansion strategy, Hyperoptic is positioned to significantly enhance broadband access across the United Kingdom.

THG

Debt Financing in 2018
THG Holdings plc is an online retailer and technology company headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom, operating across Europe and internationally. The company specializes in providing a comprehensive direct-to-consumer e-commerce solution for consumer brand owners, utilizing Software as a Service licenses. THG is actively involved in the manufacture and online retail of nutrition, skincare, haircare, and cosmetics products. Additionally, it operates various websites that feature luxury fashion brands and offers services such as website development, online advertising, marketing, and consultancy. Beyond e-commerce, THG manages hairdressing salons, hotels, and a health club and spa. Established in 2004 and originally known as The Hut Group Limited, the company rebranded to THG Holdings plc in September 2020. With a focus on fast-moving consumer goods, particularly in the health and beauty sectors, THG leverages advanced technology and a skilled workforce to drive its growth in the global market.

Hornby

Post in 2018
Hornby PLC is a company based in Margate, United Kingdom, specializing in the development, production, and supply of toy and hobby products, particularly model trains and railways. Founded in 1907, Hornby offers a diverse range of products, including train sets, locomotives, wagons, and various accessories for both railroading enthusiasts and collectors. The company markets its products under several well-known brands, such as Hornby, Skale Autos, and Rivarossi, and distributes them through a network of hobby specialists and retailers, alongside its own online platform. Hornby operates in multiple regions, including the United Kingdom, the United States, Spain, Italy, and other parts of Europe, catering to a broad audience of hobbyists and model railway fans.
Symphony Communication Services, LLC develops a secure collaboration platform tailored for financial institutions, enabling traders and portfolio managers to communicate effectively through messaging, screen sharing, and audio/video conferencing. The platform consolidates digital communications into a single application, allowing users to integrate various applications and bots into their workflows while ensuring data security and regulatory compliance. Symphony offers a range of solutions for enterprise collaboration, including tools for internal and external communication, document sharing, and application integration. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Symphony has additional offices in major global financial centers such as New York, London, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. The company, previously known as Perzo Inc., was rebranded in 2014 and operates as a subsidiary of The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.

Digital Reasoning

Series D in 2018
Digital Reasoning Systems, Inc. specializes in developing data analytic solutions that process and organize unstructured data into meaningful insights. The company's flagship product, Synthesys, is an entity-oriented analytics software that automates the categorization, linking, retrieval, and profiling of unstructured data. It incorporates advanced features such as natural language processing, entity resolution, geo reasoning, temporal reasoning, and link analysis, while also providing visualization tools to illustrate connections within data sets. Digital Reasoning serves a diverse range of sectors, including government, legal, medical, and financial markets, and offers solutions tailored for intelligence analysts and cloud security. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, the company maintains additional offices in New York City, Washington, D.C., and London, U.K. Digital Reasoning has established strategic partnerships to enhance its offerings and expand its reach in the marketplace.

CurveGlobal

Venture Round in 2018
The interest rate derivatives platform.

Kano

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 delivers cloud-based connectivity, payment processing, clearing and settlement services. It is a fully managed payment technology service combining a powerful AWS cloud processing platform, multiple-scheme payment gateways and a fully managed 24x7 service model. Form3's powerful micro-services architecture and API's provide a single point of simple access to the full universe of payment schemes. Its clients include a wide range of regulated financial institutions, including leading banks, non-bank financial institutions, and fintech companies (payment institutions, e-money providers, and pre-paid card providers). Form3 was founded in 2016 and is based in London, England.

Poq

Debt Financing in 2017
Poq Studio Ltd. is a London-based company that offers a cloud-based application commerce platform designed specifically for retailers. Founded in 2011, the platform enables retailers to create fully customized and effective native applications quickly. It integrates seamlessly with existing e-commerce systems, providing rich functionality to meet customer expectations. Poq's platform features a content management system that supports interactive content and push messaging, allowing retailers to enhance their brand presence, drive sales, and foster customer loyalty. Additionally, it helps retailers analyze performance data from both online and in-store shopping, identify growth opportunities, and manage the customer journey more effectively. With an additional office in the United States, Poq aims to empower retailers by delivering a comprehensive and flexible solution for their application needs.

Belltown Power

Venture Round in 2017
Belltown Power is an international renewable energy company based in London, specializing in the development and operation of wind, solar, and hydroelectric projects. Established in 2013, the company focuses on sourcing, evaluating, constructing, and operating renewable energy projects to maximize long-term asset value and contribute to decarbonizing the economy. Belltown Power also manages investment initiatives, such as the Belltown Farms Fund 2, which targets investments in agricultural companies in the Midwest. Through its comprehensive renewable energy investment platform, Belltown Power collaborates with development and funding partners to deliver high-quality, yielding assets efficiently and effectively.

Wazoku

Debt Financing in 2017
Wazoku Limited is a London-based company that specializes in web-based idea management tools designed to enhance innovation within organizations. Its primary product, Idea Spotlight, serves as a platform for capturing, evaluating, and sharing ideas, facilitating collaboration among employees, partners, and customers. Wazoku also offers tailored solutions such as Custom Spotlight and Business Spotlight, which cater to various organizational needs, including those of government departments. The company provides comprehensive services, including training, workshops, consulting, and customization, to ensure that organizations can effectively leverage their collective insights. Founded in 2011, Wazoku aims to help organizations achieve their innovation and engagement goals by harnessing the collective intelligence of their stakeholders.

Eviivo

Venture Round in 2016
Eviivo Limited is a prominent provider of online reservation and property management systems tailored for the independent accommodation sector in the UK. The company focuses on delivering web-based booking software designed for a variety of hospitality businesses, including farmhouses, cottages, restaurants with rooms, and small boutique hotels. Eviivo's platform aims to streamline administrative tasks and improve workflow for its clients, thereby enhancing operational efficiency. Recently, the company secured a significant investment from Investcorp Technology Partners, which will aid in expanding the value it offers to its customers and partners. The partnership involves collaboration with eviivo's founders and management to drive growth and innovation in the hospitality service industry.

Gousto

Series C in 2016
Gousto is a meal kit delivery service that supplies customers with fresh, organic, and seasonal ingredients in precise portions to prepare home-cooked meals. Founded in 2011 by Timo and James, the company addresses the challenges of busy lifestyles by offering a convenient way to access diverse recipes, which are developed by both professional chefs and passionate home cooks. Customers can select from a regularly updated menu of recipes online, with deliveries made weekly to their doorsteps. The service allows users to pause their subscriptions when needed, making it flexible for those with varying schedules. Initially introduced through market stalls, Gousto has since expanded to a comprehensive service that prioritizes quality and variety, moving away from the limitations of traditional supermarket ready-meals.
Castleton Technology plc provides software support and consultancy services. The company was formerly known as Redstone plc and changed its name to Castleton Technology plc in November 2013. It engaged in providing software and managed services to the public and not-for-profit sectors, mainly the social housing sector. Its segments include Managed Services.

Olive

Debt Financing in 2016
Olive is a managed service provider based in the UK, specializing in cloud communication services for corporate, small, and mid-sized organizations. The company partners with major network operators, carriers, IT vendors, and infrastructure providers, including notable collaborations with Vodafone, Microsoft, and Mitel. Olive consolidates and manages communication networks for over 7,000 businesses, offering a unified IT and communications infrastructure that enhances cost efficiency, workforce accountability, security, and flexible working arrangements. Through its services, Olive aims to improve the information technology infrastructure of its clients, ensuring secure and seamless communication.

MOO

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.

onefinestay

Series D in 2015
onefinestay is a hospitality service that specializes in short-term rentals in distinctive homes, allowing homeowners to earn income while they are away. Founded in London in 2009, the company operates in major cities like Paris, New York, and Los Angeles, providing a unique way for travelers to experience local living. It manages all aspects of the rental process, from marketing the properties to welcoming guests and offering 24/7 support during their stays. By focusing on boutique homes and villas, onefinestay ensures that guests enjoy a seamless and memorable rental experience, while homeowners retain peace of mind and flexibility. The company aims to redefine the accommodation landscape, creating a new category of hospitality.

MPB

Debt Financing in 2015
MPB Europe Ltd, operating as mpb.com, is an online marketplace that specializes in the buying and selling of used photo and video equipment. Founded in 2008 and based in Brighton, UK, the company offers a wide variety of products, including digital SLR cameras, lenses, video cameras, and various accessories. MPB ensures a trusted experience for its users by physically checking, testing, and validating all items before resale, thereby meeting the expectations of buyers and providing instant payment to sellers. The platform facilitates over 100,000 transactions annually and supports a growing community of photographers and videographers. With a strong presence in the UK, Germany, and the US, MPB leverages custom technology to streamline peer-to-peer transactions, allowing for price control and a seamless trading experience. The company has received recognition for its rapid growth and innovation in marketplace technology, and it employs a global team across its offices in the UK and the US.

Reevoo

Series C in 2015
Reevoo Limited operates a user-generated content platform that connects brands and customers. Its platform provides verified ratings and reviews that drive conversion and quicken the purchase journey; customer conversions; and customer engagement and online experiences. The company serves automotive, finance, manufacturing, retail, and travel industries in the United Kingdom and internationally. Revieworld Limited was founded in 2005 and is based in London, United Kingdom with locations in Sydney and California.

Anthemis

Venture Round in 2015
Anthemis Group is a London-based venture investment and advisory firm focused on financial services companies across the world. It cultivates change in financial services by building, growing, and sustaining businesses committed to improving the world. Its deep understanding of markets and models, passion for emerging technology and spirit of collaboration inspire everything the company does. By creating fertile ground for entrepreneurs, institutions, researchers, academics, and visionaries to come together, Anthemis believes that they'll be able to solve the financial services world’s most pressing challenges faster, better, and for the benefit of all.

Shazam

Series F in 2015
Shazam Entertainment Limited is a company that specializes in music discovery through its mobile application, Shazam, available on iOS, Android, and Windows devices. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in London, the application allows users to identify, explore, and share music and television content. Shazam also offers applications for MAC and Windows PC platforms. The company has established strategic partnerships with major media entities such as iHeartMedia, Cumulus, Entercom, Cox, and Sun Broadcast Group, enhancing its reach within the music and entertainment sectors. In addition to its London headquarters, Shazam has offices in several locations, including New York City, Redwood City, Los Angeles, San Diego, Chicago, and North Sydney, Australia. As a subsidiary of Apple Operations Europe since 2018, Shazam continues to play a significant role in connecting artists with fans.

TIM Group

Debt Financing in 2014
TIM Group specializes in providing information technology solutions designed to enhance revenue generation for the financial services industry. The company serves both buy-side and sell-side firms, as well as administrators, through its end-to-end trade ideas network. This platform analyzes trade idea performance and offers tools for regulatory compliance, enabling clients to achieve superior market returns. Founded as an employee-owned entity, TIM Group has attracted venture capital investment from firms such as Commonwealth Capital Ventures, GrandBanks Capital, and JLA Ventures.

euNetworks

Post in 2014
euNetworks Holdings Limited is a bandwidth infrastructure provider based in London, offering a range of connectivity solutions across Europe. The company operates 14 fiber-based metropolitan networks connected by a high-capacity intercity backbone, covering 37 cities in nine countries. Its service portfolio includes Dark Fiber, Wavelengths, Ethernet, and colocation services, catering to the bandwidth needs of various sectors such as wholesale, finance, media, and enterprise. euNetworks provides specialized services like euTrade for ultra-low latency connections, DC Connect for data center connectivity, and Cloud Connect for secure cloud connections. Additionally, it offers Private Connect for dedicated networking and Remote Peering for direct connections to internet exchanges. The company supports clients with installation, commissioning, and maintenance of their networks, ensuring high performance and reliability.

Anthemis

Venture Round in 2014
Anthemis Group is a London-based venture investment and advisory firm focused on financial services companies across the world. It cultivates change in financial services by building, growing, and sustaining businesses committed to improving the world. Its deep understanding of markets and models, passion for emerging technology and spirit of collaboration inspire everything the company does. By creating fertile ground for entrepreneurs, institutions, researchers, academics, and visionaries to come together, Anthemis believes that they'll be able to solve the financial services world’s most pressing challenges faster, better, and for the benefit of all.

Photobox

Debt Financing in 2014
Photobox is a prominent online platform in Europe that specializes in photo printing and personal publishing. With over 30 million members, it caters primarily to individuals in the United Kingdom, offering services that allow users to personalize their digital photos. Through its website and mobile application, Photobox enables customers to create a variety of customized products and gifts, including photo books, calendars, and phone cases. This service allows users to share memories and commemorate special moments by transforming their digital photographs into tangible keepsakes.

Upstream

Private Equity Round in 2014
Upstream S.A. is a mobile marketing technology company based in Athens, Greece, specializing in accelerating mobile commerce in high-growth markets. Founded in 2001, Upstream operates the MINT platform, which serves mobile operators, agencies, e-commerce brands, and application developers by providing insights from mobile interactions and customer data. The platform facilitates mobile purchase rates and offers a variety of services, including marketing promotions, mobile content, loyalty programs, and direct billing solutions. Upstream reaches over one billion consumers across Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, the CIS, and Southeast Asia, leveraging partnerships with more than 50 mobile operators. The company has successfully engaged half a billion consumers and converted 65 million into paying customers through a subscription micro-payment model. With a global presence, Upstream has offices in multiple countries, including the United Kingdom, the United States, Italy, Brazil, Nigeria, Romania, Singapore, and the United Arab Emirates.

MPB

Debt Financing in 2014
MPB Europe Ltd, operating as mpb.com, is an online marketplace that specializes in the buying and selling of used photo and video equipment. Founded in 2008 and based in Brighton, UK, the company offers a wide variety of products, including digital SLR cameras, lenses, video cameras, and various accessories. MPB ensures a trusted experience for its users by physically checking, testing, and validating all items before resale, thereby meeting the expectations of buyers and providing instant payment to sellers. The platform facilitates over 100,000 transactions annually and supports a growing community of photographers and videographers. With a strong presence in the UK, Germany, and the US, MPB leverages custom technology to streamline peer-to-peer transactions, allowing for price control and a seamless trading experience. The company has received recognition for its rapid growth and innovation in marketplace technology, and it employs a global team across its offices in the UK and the US.

GBM Digital Technologies

Debt Financing in 2014
GBM Digital Technologies has been enhancing organizations through technology for over 20 years, primarily focusing on the distribution of Apple hardware and software products. The company serves a diverse clientele, including businesses, charities, educational institutions, and public sector bodies across the UK. GBM is dedicated to providing exceptional service, support, and integration of Apple technology, ensuring that its clients can fully leverage the benefits of these products to improve their operations and achieve their goals.

Go Outdoors

Debt Financing in 2013
GO Outdoors is a small company that set out on a big adventure more than 40 years ago. Sheffield's 'Camping & Caravanning Centre' first opened its doors in 1969, and soon became known simply as 'CCC' to locals. CCC quickly earned a strong reputation for excellent customer service and became a landmark within Yorkshire's outdoor community.

Oakes Millers Ltd

Acquisition in 2013
Oakes Millers Ltd manufactures, processes, and distributes animal feed.

Mayborn Group

Debt Financing in 2013
Mayborn Group is a manufacturer and retailer of baby and infant products based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. The company is best known for its feeding and bottle brand, Tommee Tippee, and offers a diverse range of essential products for children, including diaper bins, baby monitors, breast pumps, feeding bottles, sterilizers, and soothing and hygiene items. Mayborn Group focuses on providing high-quality, affordable solutions to meet the needs of parents and caregivers, ensuring access to important baby supplies.

Fixnetix

Venture Round in 2012
Fixnetix Ltd. is a provider of market data, trading access, and risk management solutions tailored for financial institutions, including investment banks, hedge funds, and trading houses. Established in London in 2006, the company specializes in ultra-low latency technologies to enhance trading efficiency across various asset classes, such as equities, options, futures, and foreign exchange. Fixnetix offers a range of managed services, including a market data feed protocol, a pan-European exchange membership service, and real-time pre-trade risk assessment systems. Additionally, the company provides comprehensive connectivity and infrastructure solutions, including hardware consultancy, installation, and ongoing support. With a strong international presence, Fixnetix maintains offices in key financial hubs, including New York, Chicago, Boston, and Tokyo, and operates as a subsidiary of CSC Computer Sciences Limited.

Photobox

Debt Financing in 2011
Photobox is a prominent online platform in Europe that specializes in photo printing and personal publishing. With over 30 million members, it caters primarily to individuals in the United Kingdom, offering services that allow users to personalize their digital photos. Through its website and mobile application, Photobox enables customers to create a variety of customized products and gifts, including photo books, calendars, and phone cases. This service allows users to share memories and commemorate special moments by transforming their digital photographs into tangible keepsakes.

Total Fitness

Acquisition in 2010
Total Fitness Ltd. operates a network of health and fitness clubs across the United Kingdom, primarily in the North of England and Wales. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Handforth, the company manages 17 health clubs that offer a range of facilities including gym equipment, swimming pools, fitness studios, indoor running tracks, and specialized areas for squash and martial arts training. Additionally, Total Fitness provides a variety of fitness classes such as circuits, spinning, boot camps, and pole dancing, along with amenities like steam rooms and saunas. The company emphasizes creating a community atmosphere where members can engage and support one another in their fitness journeys.

Abrdn

Acquisition in 2009
Abrdn is a financial services company based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, primarily focused on life savings and investment products. It offers a wide range of services, including pensions, individual savings accounts (ISAs), and insurance coverage for medical expenses, accidents, and sickness. Abrdn caters to both individual and corporate clients, providing executive and group pension products, pooled pension funds, and income protection solutions. Additionally, it offers investment products through various vehicles such as mutual funds and limited partnerships, along with investment management services. The company's operations extend beyond the UK, reaching customers in the Asia Pacific, North America, and Europe. Through its subsidiaries, Abrdn also provides support and guidance for financial decisions, making it a comprehensive provider in the financial services sector.

AWS Electronics

Venture Round in 2008
AWS Electronics Group Ltd. is a prominent provider of electronics manufacturing solutions in Europe, specializing in various services throughout the 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, high-end surface mounting, complex electro-mechanical assembly, and cable and harness assembly. Its capabilities also include through-life repair and maintenance. AWS Electronics serves a diverse range of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, data storage, defense, green energy, medical, and industrial controls, among others. The company operates through three UK centers: AWS Cemgraft in Newbury focuses on surface mount assembly and rapid prototyping, AWS Electronics in Newcastle-under-Lyme specializes in complex assemblies, and AWS Jantec in Bedford provides repair and service solutions. Additionally, it maintains a low-cost manufacturing facility in Slovakia. As of early 2020, AWS Electronics operates as a subsidiary of Incap Oyj.

JBM International

Venture Round in 2008
The JBM Group, established in 1979, is a family owned & operated business occupying a 8.9 acre site in rural Staffordshire. It comprises three complementary activities, each playing their part infulfilling a commitment to innovative & sustainable waste management.

Charles Schwab Europe

Acquisition in 2003
Charles Schwab Europe offers online investment and stock brokerage services.
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