Foresight Group

Foresight Group is an independent alternative asset manager based in London, specializing in infrastructure and private equity investments. With a robust 30-year history, the firm manages over £2.2 billion in assets, raised from a diverse range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, family offices, pension funds, and institutional investors. Foresight offers a variety of investment products such as Limited Partnerships, Venture Capital Trusts, and Enterprise Investment Schemes, primarily targeting growth-stage companies across sectors like renewable energy, technology, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. The firm is committed to sustainable economic and social development, striving to generate long-term dividends and capital appreciation for its investors. Foresight Group operates internationally, with offices in the UK, USA, Italy, and Australia, and aims to develop innovative investment strategies that align with a smarter and more sustainable future.

Claire Alvarez

Partner

Mark Brennan

Partner and Lead Manager

Eric Bright

Director

Salim Chantler

Senior Investment Manager

Hugi Clarke

Partner

Barclay Clibborn

Principal of the AIB Foresight SME Impact Fund

John Cordrey

Principal

Amy Crofton

Director

Francesca Dickinson

Investment Manager

Diomidis Dorkofikis

Director - Infrastructure Team

Ross Driver

Managing Director

Lindsay Duebendorfer

Senior Investment Manager

Peter English

Founding Partner

Bernard Fairman

Chairman

Lucio Favale

Investment Associate Director

Gary Fraser

COO

Robert Gallagher

Senior Investment Manager

Philip Gardiner

Investment Director

Federico Giannandrea

Partner, Head of Foresight Italy

Amy Green

Commercial Managing Director

Danielle Gubbay

Senior Investment Manager

Stephan Gueorguiev

Senior Investment Manager

Robert Guest

Managing Director

Daniel Halliday

Director

Matt Hammond

Director

Ray Harris

Director

Aqib Hashamali

Director

Fiona Hatch

Senior Investment Manager

John Holden

Director

Chris Holmes

Partner

Steven Hughes

Managing Director and Head of Portfolio

David Hughes

Partner, Chief Investment Officer

Franco Imperial

Investment Manager

Rob Jones

Investment Director

Richard Kelly

Director and Head of New Product Development

Tom Laidlaw

CEO

Jordan Lavender

Investment Manager

Richard Lewis

Managing Director

James Livingston

Partner and Co-Head of Private Equity

Muxin Ma

Investment Director

Carly Magee

Partner

Graeme Mckinstry

Investment Manager

Nicholas Mettyear

Senior Investment Manager

Carlos Rey Micolau

Director

David Miles

Investment Director

Hugh Minnock

Investment Director

Nick Morgan

Partner

Georgie Newton

Investment Manager

Ricardo Piñeiro

Partner and Head of Infrastructure

Michael Quinn

Managing Director

Richard Ralph

Investment Manager

Suzie Ruffley

Director, Head of People

Anastasia Sagaidachna

Investment Manager

Nick Scullion

Partner and Head of Foresight Capital Management

Jeroen Sibia

Investment Manager

Matt Smith

Partner

Chris Tanner

Partner

Stephen Thayer

Partner and Group Finance Director

Richard Thompson

Partner

Humberto Toquero

Partner and Investment Director

Chris Wardle

Senior Investment Manager

Dan Wells

Partner

Chris Wiles

Investment Director

Ed Wilson

Managing Director

Charlie Wright

Director

Past deals in Electrical Equipment

HH2E

Series A in 2022
HH2E operates a facility that transforms variable solar and wind energy into a consistent and reliable energy supply. The company specializes in energy storage systems that convert intermittent electricity generated from renewable sources into stable outputs, including high-temperature heat, green hydrogen, and renewable electricity. This process supports local industries and communities by providing low-cost, zero-carbon energy solutions tailored to their needs. Through its innovative approach, HH2E aims to enhance energy distribution and facilitate the transition towards sustainable energy infrastructure.

PlantExpand

Acquisition in 2021
PlantExpand offers servicing, maintenance, and repair services for specialist vehicles and plant equipment. The company caters to local communities by providing comprehensive maintenance solutions for fleet vehicles and essential plant machinery, including pumps and lifting equipment. In addition to routine servicing, PlantExpand also engages in the sale of equipment and plant, and it offers tailored training programs for various industries. This ensures that clients can meet health, safety, and compliance standards for their vehicles and equipment.

Mcintyre Electrical

Venture Round in 2020
Mcintyre Electrical Ltd. is a provider of electrical, safety, and security services based in Peterborough, United Kingdom. Established in 2006, the company specializes in a range of services including electrical installation and repair, electrical testing, portable appliance testing, fire alarm installation, emergency lighting installation and repairs, CCTV installation, door entry system installation, and car park gate installation. As an approved contractor, Mcintyre Electrical operates across various sectors, including retail, commercial, domestic, and industrial markets, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. The firm also focuses on compliance services, helping housing associations and other clients maintain safety standards and adhere to current legislation.

Synaptec

Venture Round in 2019
Synaptec Ltd. develops and deploys photonic sensing systems that utilize existing optical fiber networks to measure various parameters that electricity network operators require for primary and ancillary monitoring functions in Europe. The company offers services to network operator and society, including cost reduction, security of energy supply, and reduce emission. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Glasgow, United Kingdom.

Fieldway Supplies

Private Equity Round in 2018
Fieldway Supplies Limited, established in 2006 and headquartered in Liverpool, United Kingdom, specializes in supplying a diverse range of products and services. The company provides site setup equipment, fire equipment, safety wear, safety signs, office furniture, and sheet materials. It also offers construction supplies, including mirrors, geotextiles, fixings, concrete repair products, carpets, vinyl flooring, and tools. Additionally, Fieldway Supplies delivers electrical installation, maintenance, and repair services, catering to various sectors such as construction, rail, highways, and petrochemicals, as well as housing associations and public sector entities in the northwest of England.

Accessory Bits

Venture Round in 2015
Accessory Bits Ltd. is a UK-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of desk and computer accessories, along with cable management solutions. Established in 2003 and located in Wellingborough, the company offers a diverse range of products including flexible cabling systems, USB hubs, cable spines, and various types of CPU holders and monitor arms. Additionally, Accessory Bits produces power supplies and electrical systems for office and educational furniture, as well as bespoke items, power docks, and connectors. The company also produces its power supplies in Serbia through its sister company, ABL Production D.O.O.

Channel Safety Systems

Venture Round in 2011
Channel Safety Systems offers emergency lighting solutions, fire detection systems, and disability assistance products. The company also offers waste electrical and electronic equipment directive and battery disposal services; and call out, breakdown, planned maintenance, and commissioning services. Channel Safety Systems was founded in 1976 and is based in Petersfield, the United Kingdom.
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