Ireland Strategic Investment Fund

The Ireland Strategic Investment Fund (ISIF), based in Dublin, is a sovereign development fund established in 2014 under the National Pensions Reserve Fund Act. Managed by the National Treasury Management Agency, ISIF operates with a mandate to invest commercially, aiming to bolster economic activity and employment within Ireland. With a capital base of €8.5 billion, the fund distinguishes itself by having a long investment horizon, allowing it to provide patient capital that can adapt to the evolving needs of the marketplace. ISIF seeks to engage in investments that can yield significant economic benefits, positioning itself as an attractive partner for project sponsors and advisors. The fund is strategically connected to both public and private sectors, enabling it to foster innovation and facilitate collaboration among various industry players, thereby maximizing the potential for impactful investment opportunities.

Nicholas Ashmore

Director

Fergal McAleavey

Senior Investment Director

Georgina Murphy Ph.D

Investment Director

29 past transactions

Fire1

Venture Round in 2025
FIRE1 and is based in Dublin, Ireland, will focus on developing novel therapeutic devices.

Fire1

Venture Round in 2023
FIRE1 and is based in Dublin, Ireland, will focus on developing novel therapeutic devices.

Aer Lingus

Debt Financing in 2022
Aer Lingus is a national airline based in Ireland, specializing in air transportation services for both passengers and cargo. The airline is committed to facilitating ease of mobility for its customers, offering a range of travel options that include business class services and a loyalty program known as AerClub. Through its operations, Aer Lingus plays a significant role in connecting Ireland with various destinations around the world.

Vectra AI

Series F in 2021
Vectra AI, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence-based solutions designed to detect and respond to cyberattacks across cloud, data center, and enterprise environments. The company's Cognito platform enhances threat detection and investigation by utilizing AI to collect and enrich network metadata, enabling real-time identification of both known and unknown threats. Vectra AI offers three key applications within the Cognito platform: Cognito Stream, which delivers security-enriched metadata to data lakes and SIEMs; Cognito Recall, a cloud-based tool for storing and investigating enriched metadata related to threats; and Cognito Detect, which leverages AI to identify and prioritize hidden attackers swiftly. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Vectra AI also maintains research and development centers in Dublin, Austin, and Cambridge. The company aims to empower enterprises to detect advanced attacks early, thereby preventing potential breaches.

Aer Lingus

Debt Financing in 2021
Aer Lingus is a national airline based in Ireland, specializing in air transportation services for both passengers and cargo. The airline is committed to facilitating ease of mobility for its customers, offering a range of travel options that include business class services and a loyalty program known as AerClub. Through its operations, Aer Lingus plays a significant role in connecting Ireland with various destinations around the world.

Staycity

Venture Round in 2020
Staycity is a serviced apartments provider.

Urban Volt

Venture Round in 2020
UrbanVolt makes sustainability easy via our unique light-as-a-service model. They retrofit commercial premises with LED lighting for no upfront cost. Their unique light-as-a-service business model allows their clients to enjoy cash and energy savings from the moment of installation. They created this company and capex-free model because they believe businesses should not bear the financial risk of energy reduction projects. Their commitment to maintaining light fittings makes sustainability easy.

Genuity Science

Series C in 2018
Genuity Science is a company that specializes in clinco-omics data analysis solutions for researchers in the fields of central nervous system, cardiometabolic, and inflammatory diseases. The company provides a comprehensive global genomics platform that facilitates the study of biological data insights, offering services that include study design, genomic sequencing, data storage, interpretation, secondary analysis, and scalable analytics. By leveraging the human genome, Genuity Science aims to empower organizations to enhance patient health through advanced genomic insights and analysis.

AMCS

Series D in 2018
AMCS Group are an Irish company that are involved in the provision of RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) solutions. James Martin and Austin Ryan established advanced Manufacturing Control Systems (AMCS) Ltd in 2002. It is an Irish company with headquarters in the Innovation Works in Castletroy, Limerick. AMCS has an experienced team of engineers and technicians who combine technically advanced solutions with first class customer support, AMCS Group is the world's provider of integrated, end-to-end software and solutions for the waste, recycling, logistics and resource management industry.From cutting edge Weighing & RFID technology to a full suite of ERP software with ELEMOS, AMCS solutions can cover all aspects of your operation from bin, vehicle & skip management, mobile computing & weighbridge control to invoicing, customer reporting & analysis.The company’s solutions are used by the worlds leading municipalities, private recycling and waste collectors and commercial waste haulers providing residential, commercial, hazardous,recycling and disposal services.

Vectra AI

Series D in 2018
Vectra AI, Inc. specializes in artificial intelligence-based solutions designed to detect and respond to cyberattacks across cloud, data center, and enterprise environments. The company's Cognito platform enhances threat detection and investigation by utilizing AI to collect and enrich network metadata, enabling real-time identification of both known and unknown threats. Vectra AI offers three key applications within the Cognito platform: Cognito Stream, which delivers security-enriched metadata to data lakes and SIEMs; Cognito Recall, a cloud-based tool for storing and investigating enriched metadata related to threats; and Cognito Detect, which leverages AI to identify and prioritize hidden attackers swiftly. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Vectra AI also maintains research and development centers in Dublin, Austin, and Cambridge. The company aims to empower enterprises to detect advanced attacks early, thereby preventing potential breaches.

Kaseya

Venture Round in 2017
Kaseya Limited is a provider of IT management software, designed primarily for IT departments, managed service providers, and small to medium-sized businesses. Founded in 2000 and based in Miami, Florida, Kaseya offers a comprehensive suite of solutions that includes tools for IT environment management, identity and access management, business management, and performance monitoring. Its flagship products, such as Kaseya VSA and Kaseya AuthAnvil, enable users to automate IT tasks, manage networks and datacenters, and streamline business processes like customer relationship management and billing. Kaseya's platform is web-based, allowing IT professionals to efficiently monitor and maintain distributed infrastructures while enhancing productivity and reducing complexity. The company's solutions cater to various industries, including finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and government, helping clients to secure and optimize their IT operations.

Nautilus Data Technologies

Series C in 2017
Nautilus Data Technologies Nautilus waterborne data center facilities are constructed on ocean-going barges. The barges are former military or construction ships with a 40 to 50 year extended life that are in robust working condition and meet all Coast Guard certifications. Nautilus’ first barge is currently under construction at California’s Mare Island where Nautilus has successfully validated its first proof of concept prototype data center. The proof of concept went through a certified third party data center pre-commissioning process and was validated by the engineering firms – Jacobs Engineering and Critical Engineering Group. Since it is five times more efficient to cool using water versus moving air, Nautilus’ patented cooling technology leverages the natural water that the barge safely rests on and allows the company to offer customers a high-density computing data center environment. Specifically, the waterborne data center can be configured and operated with up to 800 server racks deployed in less than six months anywhere around the world. Nautilus’ cloud solution automates the infrastructure in an open source environment agnostic to any data center, cloud or application. Additionally, Nautilus’ DCIM solution is predictive with integrated artificial intelligence that self heals and provides military-grade security. The Nautilus approach competes directly against the traditional or conventional data center approach by reducing the build time from two years to only six months. The green data center build by Nautilus has 19,000 tons of lower emissions (equivalent to approximately 3600 cars) as compared to the conventional data center. With a potential 50% annual energy savings, the Nautilus design could save clients up to $4 million in energy use cost. All of this is supported with our Patent- pending technology specific to Data Center Vessel, Modularity, Cooling System and Thermal Containment, Intelligent Power Management and DCIM with Predictive Analytics.

Nautilus Data Technologies

Series C in 2017
Nautilus Data Technologies Nautilus waterborne data center facilities are constructed on ocean-going barges. The barges are former military or construction ships with a 40 to 50 year extended life that are in robust working condition and meet all Coast Guard certifications. Nautilus’ first barge is currently under construction at California’s Mare Island where Nautilus has successfully validated its first proof of concept prototype data center. The proof of concept went through a certified third party data center pre-commissioning process and was validated by the engineering firms – Jacobs Engineering and Critical Engineering Group. Since it is five times more efficient to cool using water versus moving air, Nautilus’ patented cooling technology leverages the natural water that the barge safely rests on and allows the company to offer customers a high-density computing data center environment. Specifically, the waterborne data center can be configured and operated with up to 800 server racks deployed in less than six months anywhere around the world. Nautilus’ cloud solution automates the infrastructure in an open source environment agnostic to any data center, cloud or application. Additionally, Nautilus’ DCIM solution is predictive with integrated artificial intelligence that self heals and provides military-grade security. The Nautilus approach competes directly against the traditional or conventional data center approach by reducing the build time from two years to only six months. The green data center build by Nautilus has 19,000 tons of lower emissions (equivalent to approximately 3600 cars) as compared to the conventional data center. With a potential 50% annual energy savings, the Nautilus design could save clients up to $4 million in energy use cost. All of this is supported with our Patent- pending technology specific to Data Center Vessel, Modularity, Cooling System and Thermal Containment, Intelligent Power Management and DCIM with Predictive Analytics.

Swrve

Series D in 2017
Swrve Inc. is a mobile marketing automation and customer engagement platform that helps enterprises enhance customer interaction and monetization through tailored mobile experiences. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Swrve provides an integrated platform that encompasses various mobile engagement features, including push and SMS messaging, in-app messaging, email notifications, and artificial intelligence-driven analytics. Its solutions facilitate the collection and analysis of crucial engagement metrics, allowing businesses to optimize their marketing strategies through A/B testing and real-time segmentation. Swrve serves a diverse range of industries, including airlines, hospitality, media, finance, gaming, telecommunications, and retail. With additional offices in Dublin, London, Irvine, and Sydney, Swrve has established itself as a key player in the mobile engagement marketing sector, continuously innovating to meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Cubic Telecom

Series C in 2017
Cubic Telecom Limited is a Dublin-based company that specializes in cloud-based global connectivity and mobility solutions, particularly for the Internet of Things (IoT), automotive, and machine-to-machine (M2M) applications. Its platform, known as PACE, supports real-time analytics and connectivity in over 190 countries, ensuring compliance with regional regulations. The company provides an embedded solution that facilitates software updates, telematics services, and location-based services for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and M2M service providers. Cubic Telecom's offerings include white label solutions, logistics, marketing, and customer care, enabling brands to deliver mobile connectivity products effectively. The company collaborates with notable clients such as Audi, Microsoft, and Volkswagen and has received significant funding from various investors, including Audi Electronics Venture GmbH and Qualcomm. Established in 2006, Cubic Telecom also has offices in San Francisco and Tokyo.

Molten Ventures

Private Equity Round in 2017
Molten Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2006 and located in London, United Kingdom. The company focuses on investing in European businesses across various sectors, including software, telecommunications, electronics, digital health, and cleantech services. Molten Ventures aims to support innovative entrepreneurs who are poised to shape the future, particularly in areas such as commercial services, deep technology, artificial intelligence, and software as a service (SaaS). By concentrating on these dynamic sectors, the firm seeks to foster the growth of transformative companies that are at the forefront of technological advancement.

Shannon Airport

Debt Financing in 2017
Shannon Airport is a profitable and expanding airport serving a range of short-haul and long-haul destinations. It’s Ireland’s second long-haul airport and the gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way.

InsideSales

Series D in 2017
InsideSales is a company that offers a cloud-based sales engagement platform designed to enhance the productivity and effectiveness of sales teams. By utilizing a data intelligence engine, the platform accelerates revenue growth through improved visibility and strategic engagement. It seamlessly integrates with existing CRM systems, automatically capturing valuable insights from buyer interactions. These insights are delivered directly to sales representatives within their workflows, helping them prioritize daily activities, focus on the most promising accounts and contacts, and optimize engagement throughout the sales funnel. This approach enables B2B sellers to connect with potential buyers at the most opportune moments, ultimately driving sales success.

Finance Ireland

Venture Round in 2016
Finance Ireland is a non-bank lender that focuses on providing a variety of financing solutions across several sectors, including agriculture, construction, healthcare, dental, and retail. As Ireland's largest independent motor finance company, it facilitates the purchase of vehicles for over 25,000 car buyers annually. In addition to motor finance, Finance Ireland offers comprehensive lending options for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and the agricultural sector, covering investments in vehicles, machinery, plants, and equipment. The company aims to provide an alternative to traditional banking, offering both residential and commercial mortgages as part of its diverse financial services. With a dedicated team of lending managers, Finance Ireland assists investors throughout the funding process.

Genomics Medicine Ireland

Series A in 2016
Genomics Medicine Ireland is an Irish life sciences company leading a large-scale research study across Ireland looking at the human genome to examine the relationship between genetics, health and disease.

Molten Ventures

Private Equity Round in 2016
Molten Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2006 and located in London, United Kingdom. The company focuses on investing in European businesses across various sectors, including software, telecommunications, electronics, digital health, and cleantech services. Molten Ventures aims to support innovative entrepreneurs who are poised to shape the future, particularly in areas such as commercial services, deep technology, artificial intelligence, and software as a service (SaaS). By concentrating on these dynamic sectors, the firm seeks to foster the growth of transformative companies that are at the forefront of technological advancement.

Dublin City University

Grant in 2016
DCU is a young, dynamic and ambitious university with a distinctive mission to transform lives and societies through education, research and innovation. Since admitting its first students in 1980, DCU has grown in both student numbers and size and now occupies a 72 acre site in Glasnevin, just north of Dublin city.

Causeway Capital Partners

Private Equity Round in 2016
Causeway Capital Partners is a private equity firm established in 2015 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. The firm specializes in providing consultation on sustainable investment and focuses on investing between €2.5 million and €10 million in established small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ireland and the UK. Causeway Capital Partners targets companies with ambitious management teams and strong growth prospects across various sectors, including commercial services, retail, industrials, technology, telecommunications, and media. With offices in Dublin and London, the firm offers straightforward funding solutions to support organic growth strategies, acquisitions, management buyouts, refinancing, and shareholder exits. By backing differentiated companies with robust business models, Causeway Capital Partners aims to foster sustainable development and long-term value creation.

Ardstone Homes

Venture Round in 2016
Ardstone Homes Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Dublin, Ireland, specializes in the design, development, and construction of residential properties. The company is committed to building homes to the highest standards, aiming to create vibrant new neighborhoods. In addition to its core activities in home construction, Ardstone also provides investment management services, further enhancing its engagement in the residential real estate sector.

Swrve

Series C in 2015
Swrve Inc. is a mobile marketing automation and customer engagement platform that helps enterprises enhance customer interaction and monetization through tailored mobile experiences. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Swrve provides an integrated platform that encompasses various mobile engagement features, including push and SMS messaging, in-app messaging, email notifications, and artificial intelligence-driven analytics. Its solutions facilitate the collection and analysis of crucial engagement metrics, allowing businesses to optimize their marketing strategies through A/B testing and real-time segmentation. Swrve serves a diverse range of industries, including airlines, hospitality, media, finance, gaming, telecommunications, and retail. With additional offices in Dublin, London, Irvine, and Sydney, Swrve has established itself as a key player in the mobile engagement marketing sector, continuously innovating to meet the evolving needs of its clients.

AMCS

Series C in 2015
AMCS Group are an Irish company that are involved in the provision of RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) solutions. James Martin and Austin Ryan established advanced Manufacturing Control Systems (AMCS) Ltd in 2002. It is an Irish company with headquarters in the Innovation Works in Castletroy, Limerick. AMCS has an experienced team of engineers and technicians who combine technically advanced solutions with first class customer support, AMCS Group is the world's provider of integrated, end-to-end software and solutions for the waste, recycling, logistics and resource management industry.From cutting edge Weighing & RFID technology to a full suite of ERP software with ELEMOS, AMCS solutions can cover all aspects of your operation from bin, vehicle & skip management, mobile computing & weighbridge control to invoicing, customer reporting & analysis.The company’s solutions are used by the worlds leading municipalities, private recycling and waste collectors and commercial waste haulers providing residential, commercial, hazardous,recycling and disposal services.

Malin Corporation

Venture Round in 2015
Malin Corporation plc is an Irish public limited company established in 2015, with its headquarters in Dublin and additional offices in New Haven, Connecticut, and Research Triangle, North Carolina. The company specializes in venture capital investments, focusing on innovative enterprises within the life sciences and healthcare technology sectors, particularly in oncology, immunology, and genetic diseases. Malin's strategy involves the selective application of capital and operational expertise to support private, pre-IPO, and pre-trade sale businesses in rapidly growing markets. By actively engaging with its investee companies, Malin aims to enhance their value propositions and facilitate their journey toward commercial success.
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