The funding round was led by IW Capital with support from existing investors IP Group and Mercia Ventures.
"Electrosurgical tools have transformed modern surgery but also generate surgical smoke that affects the quality and efficiency of surgery and poses risks to operating theatre staff. For years, available solutions have required trade-offs between effectiveness and workflow disruption, slowing adoption across the industry. As awareness grows that smoke management is integral to surgical safety and efficiency, solutions that tackle smoke at its source are becoming increasingly important for supporting the next generation of minimally invasive and robotic procedures."
The financing round was led by AlbionVC with ongoing backing from Outward and Form Ventures.
"The market demand for Firenze’s solution has exceeded our expectations and as a result our vision has got more and more ambitious. We, therefore, felt now was the right time to take on further capital to accelerate our plans. When seeking a partner to work with for this next phase of growth Jay and Albion stood out."
The Manchester startup raised the capital from River Capital and a syndicate of investors to expand its recruitment platform.
"Urfuture is uniquely positioned to bridge this gap, providing a scalable and engaging solution that empowers young people to explore entry-level roles, apprenticeships, and longer-term career pathways"
