British International Investment is a development finance institution and impact investor based in London, United Kingdom. Established in 1948 and wholly owned by the UK Government's Department for International Development, BII aims to foster long-term economic growth and sustainability in emerging markets, particularly in Africa and South Asia. The institution invests across various sectors, including infrastructure, health, and agribusiness, with a focus on job creation and business development. BII provides financial support through debt, equity capital, and mezzanine financing, both directly and via intermediaries, catering to a wide range of industries such as distribution, education, consulting, logistics, and electronics.
Managing Director and Head of Direct Private Equity
Benson Adenuga
Head of Office and Coverage Director, Nigeria and Member of Investment teams
Andrew Brown
Managing Director and Deputy Chief Investment Officer
Leandro Cuccioli
Director and Head of Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Forestry
Seema Dhanani
Head of Kenya and Coverage Director East Africa
Hayley Fenton
Investment Associate, Infrastructure - Energy Access and Efficiency
Jo Fry
Investment Director and Head of Intermediated Financial services
Murray Grant
Managing Director, Intermediated Equity
Diana Kolar
Investment Manager, Innovative Finance
Maria Largey
Managing Director, Chief Impact Officer and Member of the Investment and Executive Committee
Srinivasan Nagarajan
Managing Director, Head of Asia and Member of the Investment and Executive Committee
Stephen Priestley
Managing Director, Financial Services Group
Rehan Rashid
Country Director, Bangladesh
Sherine Shohdy
Head of Egypt Office and Coverage Director
Abhinav Sinha
Managing Director
Tenbite Ermias
Managing Director, Africa
Chirantan Patnaik
Director, Venture Capital
Kwabena Asante-Poku
Coverage Director for Ghana and Member of Investment teams
Roman Frenkel
Director and Head of Food, Agriculture and Natural Capital
Past deals in Electric Vehicle
Euler Motors
Corporate Round in 2025
Euler Motors is an automotive tech startup dedicated to advancing commercial electric vehicles in India. The company aims to accelerate the country's transition to sustainable mobility by focusing on last-mile logistics, particularly for e-commerce and third-party logistics providers. Euler Motors manufactures electric three-wheelers designed for intra-city goods transportation, which help reduce maintenance costs and lower fleet operational expenses. By offering a comprehensive "mobility as a service" solution, Euler Motors seeks to establish itself as a leader in the electric vehicle sector and drive the adoption of electric mobility across the nation.
Battery Smart
Series B in 2024
Battery Smart is an electric vehicle (EV) battery-swapping network based in Delhi, India, that focuses on providing advanced lithium-ion batteries for electric two and three-wheelers. Established in 2019, the company has developed a retrofittable 48V lithium-ion twin battery system compatible with various electric rickshaw and two-wheeler models. Its network allows EV drivers to swap batteries in approximately two minutes, effectively addressing common challenges such as range anxiety and the downtime associated with charging. By offering interoperable battery solutions, Battery Smart enables users to avoid the recurring costs of battery replacement while enhancing the overall convenience of electric vehicle use.
Euler Motors
Series C in 2024
Euler Motors is an automotive tech startup dedicated to advancing commercial electric vehicles in India. The company aims to accelerate the country's transition to sustainable mobility by focusing on last-mile logistics, particularly for e-commerce and third-party logistics providers. Euler Motors manufactures electric three-wheelers designed for intra-city goods transportation, which help reduce maintenance costs and lower fleet operational expenses. By offering a comprehensive "mobility as a service" solution, Euler Motors seeks to establish itself as a leader in the electric vehicle sector and drive the adoption of electric mobility across the nation.
Turno
Venture Round in 2024
Turno is a fintech startup that provides electric vehicle solutions for operators and owners. It helps commercial vehicle operators make the switch to EVs. Turno accomplishes this by offering a diverse range of vehicles from partner OEMs, affordable financing, and battery value guarantees to ensure the best possible return on investment for EV owners. Turno's mission in India is to convert gasoline miles to electric miles. The startup sells EVs manufactured by various brands both online and in physical stores, as well as providing financing options and buying back used batteries.
Battery Smart
Series B in 2024
Battery Smart is an electric vehicle (EV) battery-swapping network based in Delhi, India, that focuses on providing advanced lithium-ion batteries for electric two and three-wheelers. Established in 2019, the company has developed a retrofittable 48V lithium-ion twin battery system compatible with various electric rickshaw and two-wheeler models. Its network allows EV drivers to swap batteries in approximately two minutes, effectively addressing common challenges such as range anxiety and the downtime associated with charging. By offering interoperable battery solutions, Battery Smart enables users to avoid the recurring costs of battery replacement while enhancing the overall convenience of electric vehicle use.
ChargeZone
Venture Round in 2024
ChargeZone is a renewable energy solutions provider based in India, specializing in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and software development. Founded in 2018, the company aims to establish a network of 100,000 charging stations across key EV markets in India, catering to various vehicle types, including cars, buses, and trucks. ChargeZone employs advanced Grid-to-Vehicle (G2V) technology to facilitate an unmanned EV charging experience, enhancing convenience for users. Additionally, its application offers real-time information on charging station locations, enabling customers to easily find available charging points and access smart charging services at affordable rates. The company's focus on expanding EV infrastructure and providing innovative software solutions positions it as a key player in the transition to electric mobility.
Euler Motors
Series C in 2023
Euler Motors is an automotive tech startup dedicated to advancing commercial electric vehicles in India. The company aims to accelerate the country's transition to sustainable mobility by focusing on last-mile logistics, particularly for e-commerce and third-party logistics providers. Euler Motors manufactures electric three-wheelers designed for intra-city goods transportation, which help reduce maintenance costs and lower fleet operational expenses. By offering a comprehensive "mobility as a service" solution, Euler Motors seeks to establish itself as a leader in the electric vehicle sector and drive the adoption of electric mobility across the nation.
Battery Smart
Series B in 2023
Battery Smart is an electric vehicle (EV) battery-swapping network based in Delhi, India, that focuses on providing advanced lithium-ion batteries for electric two and three-wheelers. Established in 2019, the company has developed a retrofittable 48V lithium-ion twin battery system compatible with various electric rickshaw and two-wheeler models. Its network allows EV drivers to swap batteries in approximately two minutes, effectively addressing common challenges such as range anxiety and the downtime associated with charging. By offering interoperable battery solutions, Battery Smart enables users to avoid the recurring costs of battery replacement while enhancing the overall convenience of electric vehicle use.
Mahindra Electric Automobile
Funding Round in 2022
Mahindra Electric Automobile operates as a four-wheeler (4W) passenger electric vehicle company.
EV Co
Funding Round in 2022
EV Co. provides four-wheeler electric passenger vehicle services.
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