Enterprise Ireland

The Freebird Club is a travel-based social network for older adults. It will operate as a peer-to-peer social travel and homestay club which offers a whole new way of travelling for older adults, a means to unlock some of the asset value of their homes and earn an income, and a fun and accessible way to meet new people and enjoy social and cultural interaction in later life.

Airbnb for private EV charging connecting EV drivers with homes and businesses in their neighbourhood. This will help EV drivers without access to EV charging find and book slow EV chargers in their area and help more people switch to electric. GoPlugable is on a mission to create World’s largest EV charging network by connecting home and business chargers to a private peer-to-peer network. This helps users without access to home chargers to switch to electric cars and also creates alternative base charging options for public charging, thus reducing the stress on public infrastructure. Our team stands out due to a unique combination of expertise, innovation, and community focus. Led by Maebh Reynolds, with her engineering background and strategic insight, and Andrine Mendez, known for his marketing acumen and entrepreneurial success, our leadership is both visionary and grounded. CEO Maebh Reynolds is a master's graduate in mechanical engineering with experience at Danfoss Power Solutions. Known for her contributions to EV and green mobility, she oversees customer journeys, sales, and operations. Co-founder Andrine Mendez, our CMO with 15+ years in marketing and a successful startup exit, brought the initial idea for GoPlugable. His role focuses on customer acquisition and product strategy. GoPlugable targets a £20 billion EV charging Total Addressable Market (TAM), expected to grow to £302 billion globally by 2032. We are aiming for a £396 million Serviceable Available Market (SAM) and initially focusing on a £144 million Serviceable Obtainable Market (SOM). Positioned in a market with a 31% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the next decade, GoPlugable is set to capture a significant share, offering substantial revenue and impact potential for our startup. GoPlugable differentiates itself in the competitive EV charging market by specializing in slow charging, unlike major providers like Tesla, BP Pulse, or Shell. Our direct competitors include Co-charger, EV Match, Joosup, Monta, and Fuuse, who offer similar services. Indirect competitors such as JustPark, Zapmap, and Plugshare list various EV charging options. Our unique selling point (USP) is our network of both business and residential slow charging points that are bookable and cost-effective compared to fast chargers. Additionally, our platform enables businesses to advertise directly to EV drivers, enhancing their visibility and customer engagement. GoPlugable has achieved notable growth with 120 host users and 450 chargee users. We've launched a successful B2B pilot in July 2024, securing our first B2B customer. Additionally, strategic partnerships with brands like Ohme, Myenergi, and SSE Airtricity have strengthened our go-to-market strategy. Overall, the platform has surpassed 1,200 downloads, demonstrating robust engagement and expanding our reach in the EV charging market. These developments are supported by £157,000 in equity-free funding and six industry awards, highlighting our innovative approach and potential within the sector.

QPQ is a deep tech enterprise focused on addressing key challenges in the deployment and utilization of distributed ledger technologies. The company develops a decentralized network infrastructure platform that facilitates the governance and settlement of commercial transactions. This platform provides businesses with a digitalized, peer-to-peer system that enhances trust and enables near-instant settlement. Additionally, QPQ offers smart legal contract automation, security, and scalability, allowing organizations to streamline their economic activities within a consolidated digital financial network. Furthermore, QPQ provides tailored deal advisory services and connects investors with project developers in the renewable energy sector.

Flender ® is a peer-to-peer finance platform which helps businesses raise expansion finance very quickly. Flender launched early 2017 to Irish business borrowers.

Tryilo is a community-based renting platform that facilitates peer-to-peer lending and borrowing of various products, including electronics, gaming equipment, music items, children's toys, and gym gear. The platform aims to address overconsumption by promoting the use of items that would otherwise remain idle. By connecting users with trusted and verified peers in their neighborhoods, Tryilo enables individuals to obtain the products they need on a rental basis at a low cost, fostering a sense of community and resource-sharing.

CurrencyFair Ltd. is a Dublin-based company that offers online currency exchange and money remittance services. Established in 2009, it operates a peer-to-peer marketplace that allows individuals and businesses to exchange currencies and transfer funds to bank accounts globally. Customers initiate transactions by sending funds in their local currency to CurrencyFair, which credits their accounts for exchange. Users can then convert their funds into another currency at competitive rates, often better than the interbank rate, or place an order for a more favorable rate that may be matched with another user. The platform ensures anonymity in transactions, as customers interact solely with CurrencyFair. Regulated by the Irish Financial Regulator, CurrencyFair maintains segregated client accounts to protect customer funds during transactions, ensuring that these funds are not mixed with the company's own finances. This structure provides a safeguard for users in the unlikely event of operational issues. CurrencyFair serves various customers, including international students, business owners, foreign property owners, and overseas workers, facilitating secure and efficient international money transfers.

GRID Finance is reshaping banking and financial services in Ireland by developing innovative financial products tailored for the modern generation. The company aims to facilitate access to funding for individuals, local businesses, and community organizations while also helping them manage their finances more effectively. By fostering an online community that supports itself through contemporary financial solutions, GRID Finance seeks to redefine the concept of community banking. Its flagship product, a peer-to-peer financing platform known as the GRID, connects individuals looking to invest their money with those in need of financial support. This platform enables users to lend to local businesses, contribute to community initiatives, and assist family and friends, thereby promoting a collaborative financial ecosystem. Additionally, GRID Finance offers business loans designed for creditworthy enterprises requiring quick access to funds, with flexible repayment options based on daily income, allowing businesses to invest in refurbishments, marketing, and equipment upgrades.

CurrencyFair Ltd. is a Dublin-based company that offers online currency exchange and money remittance services. Established in 2009, it operates a peer-to-peer marketplace that allows individuals and businesses to exchange currencies and transfer funds to bank accounts globally. Customers initiate transactions by sending funds in their local currency to CurrencyFair, which credits their accounts for exchange. Users can then convert their funds into another currency at competitive rates, often better than the interbank rate, or place an order for a more favorable rate that may be matched with another user. The platform ensures anonymity in transactions, as customers interact solely with CurrencyFair. Regulated by the Irish Financial Regulator, CurrencyFair maintains segregated client accounts to protect customer funds during transactions, ensuring that these funds are not mixed with the company's own finances. This structure provides a safeguard for users in the unlikely event of operational issues. CurrencyFair serves various customers, including international students, business owners, foreign property owners, and overseas workers, facilitating secure and efficient international money transfers.

CurrencyFair Ltd. is a Dublin-based company that offers online currency exchange and money remittance services. Established in 2009, it operates a peer-to-peer marketplace that allows individuals and businesses to exchange currencies and transfer funds to bank accounts globally. Customers initiate transactions by sending funds in their local currency to CurrencyFair, which credits their accounts for exchange. Users can then convert their funds into another currency at competitive rates, often better than the interbank rate, or place an order for a more favorable rate that may be matched with another user. The platform ensures anonymity in transactions, as customers interact solely with CurrencyFair. Regulated by the Irish Financial Regulator, CurrencyFair maintains segregated client accounts to protect customer funds during transactions, ensuring that these funds are not mixed with the company's own finances. This structure provides a safeguard for users in the unlikely event of operational issues. CurrencyFair serves various customers, including international students, business owners, foreign property owners, and overseas workers, facilitating secure and efficient international money transfers.