Parkwalk Advisors

Parkwalk Advisors Ltd is a venture capital firm based in London, specializing in investments in growth capital and spin-outs from UK universities and research-intensive institutions. Founded in 2009, the firm targets early to growth-stage companies across various sectors, including healthcare, technology, cleantech, and advanced materials, among others. Parkwalk focuses on businesses that possess intellectual property and the freedom to operate, often originating from academic institutions. The firm typically invests between £250,000 and £10 million and is stage agnostic, participating in funding rounds from seed to Series C and beyond. Parkwalk seeks to capitalize on the attractive tax relief offered by the UK government to stimulate investment in innovative companies, thereby promoting economic growth. The firm utilizes extensive networks in academia and venture capital to identify high-quality investment opportunities. In 2017, Parkwalk became a subsidiary of IP Group Plc, enhancing its capacity to commercialize intellectual property.

Neil Cameron

Investment Director

Enrico D'Angelo

Finance Director

Cassie Doherty

Investment Director

Alastair Kilgour

Founder

Kathy Samii

COO

Emilie Syed

Investment Manager

Alun Williams

Investment Director

Moray Wright

Partner, Co-Founder

Karolina Zapadka

Senior Investment Manager

Past deals in 3D Printing

Opsydia

Venture Round in 2022
Opsydia Limited specializes in innovative laser marking technology that enables the creation of invisible structures within transparent materials. Founded in 2017 and based in Begbroke, United Kingdom, the company’s technology allows for the permanent and inimitable marking of serial numbers, images, and cryptographic data without altering the surface or compromising the integrity of materials like diamonds, glass, and polymers. This capability positions Opsydia to significantly enhance security and authenticity in various industries, particularly in diamond trading where identity verification is crucial. By embedding marks that are not visible to the naked eye, Opsydia's solutions provide a unique advantage in safeguarding valuable assets and improving overall material quality.

Fuel3D

Series A in 2022
Fuel3D is a company that specializes in affordable handheld 3D scanning technology, aimed at providing high-quality 3D shape and color capture for various creative applications. The Fuel3D scanner is a point-and-shoot device that utilizes pre-calibrated stereo cameras combined with photometric imaging to quickly capture high-resolution mesh and color information of objects. This innovative approach addresses the common challenges of time and cost associated with generating quality 3D images, which often exceed $15,000 for traditional scanners, making them inaccessible for many independent developers and artists. Originally developed at Oxford University for medical imaging, Fuel3D's technology is now being adapted for the broader 3D market, with the intention of making point-and-shoot 3D imaging accessible to both consumers and professionals. The company is led by Stuart Mead, who brings extensive experience from various successful technology ventures.

Fuel3D

Series A in 2020
Fuel3D is a company that specializes in affordable handheld 3D scanning technology, aimed at providing high-quality 3D shape and color capture for various creative applications. The Fuel3D scanner is a point-and-shoot device that utilizes pre-calibrated stereo cameras combined with photometric imaging to quickly capture high-resolution mesh and color information of objects. This innovative approach addresses the common challenges of time and cost associated with generating quality 3D images, which often exceed $15,000 for traditional scanners, making them inaccessible for many independent developers and artists. Originally developed at Oxford University for medical imaging, Fuel3D's technology is now being adapted for the broader 3D market, with the intention of making point-and-shoot 3D imaging accessible to both consumers and professionals. The company is led by Stuart Mead, who brings extensive experience from various successful technology ventures.

Fuel3D

Venture Round in 2019
Fuel3D is a company that specializes in affordable handheld 3D scanning technology, aimed at providing high-quality 3D shape and color capture for various creative applications. The Fuel3D scanner is a point-and-shoot device that utilizes pre-calibrated stereo cameras combined with photometric imaging to quickly capture high-resolution mesh and color information of objects. This innovative approach addresses the common challenges of time and cost associated with generating quality 3D images, which often exceed $15,000 for traditional scanners, making them inaccessible for many independent developers and artists. Originally developed at Oxford University for medical imaging, Fuel3D's technology is now being adapted for the broader 3D market, with the intention of making point-and-shoot 3D imaging accessible to both consumers and professionals. The company is led by Stuart Mead, who brings extensive experience from various successful technology ventures.

Opsydia

Seed Round in 2018
Opsydia Limited specializes in innovative laser marking technology that enables the creation of invisible structures within transparent materials. Founded in 2017 and based in Begbroke, United Kingdom, the company’s technology allows for the permanent and inimitable marking of serial numbers, images, and cryptographic data without altering the surface or compromising the integrity of materials like diamonds, glass, and polymers. This capability positions Opsydia to significantly enhance security and authenticity in various industries, particularly in diamond trading where identity verification is crucial. By embedding marks that are not visible to the naked eye, Opsydia's solutions provide a unique advantage in safeguarding valuable assets and improving overall material quality.

OxSyBio

Series A in 2018
OxSyBio Ltd. specializes in developing advanced 3D printing techniques to create tissue-like and functional tissues for medical research and clinical applications. The company focuses on producing innovative materials made up of three-dimensional networks of lipid monolayer aqueous droplets. These materials can conduct electrical signals along designated pathways and have the ability to self-fold into complex geometries. This technology has potential applications in regenerative medicine, including organ repair and replacement, aiming to enhance precision medicine. Founded in 2014 and based in London, OxSyBio draws upon cutting-edge research from Professor Hagan Bayley's group at the University of Oxford, known for its expertise in chemical and synthetic biology.

Fuel3D

Venture Round in 2017
Fuel3D is a company that specializes in affordable handheld 3D scanning technology, aimed at providing high-quality 3D shape and color capture for various creative applications. The Fuel3D scanner is a point-and-shoot device that utilizes pre-calibrated stereo cameras combined with photometric imaging to quickly capture high-resolution mesh and color information of objects. This innovative approach addresses the common challenges of time and cost associated with generating quality 3D images, which often exceed $15,000 for traditional scanners, making them inaccessible for many independent developers and artists. Originally developed at Oxford University for medical imaging, Fuel3D's technology is now being adapted for the broader 3D market, with the intention of making point-and-shoot 3D imaging accessible to both consumers and professionals. The company is led by Stuart Mead, who brings extensive experience from various successful technology ventures.

Tangentix

Series B in 2015
Tangentix, a UK-based Sheffield, UK-based startup that is exploring the use of 3D graphics compression.

Reduse

Series A in 2015
Reduse Limited, founded in 2015 and based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, specializes in print removal services using advanced laser technology. The company's innovative process, known as "unprinting," effectively eliminates ink from printed papers, allowing for the reuse of sheets that would otherwise be discarded. This technology helps organizations reduce waste and minimize their carbon footprint by enabling the recycling of office paper. By addressing common paper waste issues, Reduse contributes to more sustainable business practices in office environments.

Fuel3D

Series B in 2014
Fuel3D is a company that specializes in affordable handheld 3D scanning technology, aimed at providing high-quality 3D shape and color capture for various creative applications. The Fuel3D scanner is a point-and-shoot device that utilizes pre-calibrated stereo cameras combined with photometric imaging to quickly capture high-resolution mesh and color information of objects. This innovative approach addresses the common challenges of time and cost associated with generating quality 3D images, which often exceed $15,000 for traditional scanners, making them inaccessible for many independent developers and artists. Originally developed at Oxford University for medical imaging, Fuel3D's technology is now being adapted for the broader 3D market, with the intention of making point-and-shoot 3D imaging accessible to both consumers and professionals. The company is led by Stuart Mead, who brings extensive experience from various successful technology ventures.

Fuel3D

Series A in 2014
Fuel3D is a company that specializes in affordable handheld 3D scanning technology, aimed at providing high-quality 3D shape and color capture for various creative applications. The Fuel3D scanner is a point-and-shoot device that utilizes pre-calibrated stereo cameras combined with photometric imaging to quickly capture high-resolution mesh and color information of objects. This innovative approach addresses the common challenges of time and cost associated with generating quality 3D images, which often exceed $15,000 for traditional scanners, making them inaccessible for many independent developers and artists. Originally developed at Oxford University for medical imaging, Fuel3D's technology is now being adapted for the broader 3D market, with the intention of making point-and-shoot 3D imaging accessible to both consumers and professionals. The company is led by Stuart Mead, who brings extensive experience from various successful technology ventures.

Tangentix

Series A in 2013
Tangentix, a UK-based Sheffield, UK-based startup that is exploring the use of 3D graphics compression.

Eykona Medical

Series A in 2010
Eykona Medical develops and markets portable three dimensional imaging systems. Its systems are used to capture environments for videogames and in medical imaging for dermatological care. The company is based in Oxford, the United Kingdom.
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