The artificial intelligence investment platform has raised £350k through the fundraising platform Fundmypitch.
"The Fundmypitch platform has been brilliant for us. From the moment we were on the platform, we had introductions to investors and clients. As well as helping us secure investment, we’ve got lots of ongoing relationships that will transform our business in the future."
The seed round was led by HICO Investment Group to support pilot projects for sustainable fuel production.
"One of the key attractions was the potential of PuriFire’s technology to convert wet waste into sustainable fuels such as green methanol. By targeting feedstock that doesn’t necessarily compete with other technologies, we believe PuriFire can significantly reduce the levelised cost of methanol production."
The premium ticketing platform has raised £14.5m in an extended Series A round led by Nickleby Capital.
"The experience economy is rapidly becoming the backbone of the music industry, as fans increasingly seek out not just live performances, but unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experiences. Given the significance of these occasions, fans want to be certain that they are buying from a trusted and transparent company that only uses genuine sources. We are delighted with the recent growth that Seat Unique has seen, and the knowledge, connections and resources that these new investors bring will help us take advantage of the huge opportunities ahead of us"
The round was led by BGF, Shell Ventures, and Move Energy alongside existing investors Barclays and Clean Growth Fund.
"We are thrilled to have BGF and Shell Ventures support in our mission to decarbonise cold chain logistics. Their investment, alongside the continued backing of our existing investors, is a real validation of Sunswap’s journey to date. This funding will be instrumental in accelerating our growth and expanding our presence in the UK and European markets. It will enable us to ramp up production, support further customer trials, and invest in the development of our zero-emission technology. Together, we will work towards a cleaner, greener future for cold chain logistics, helping businesses meet their sustainability targets."