The funding package was led by the Scottish National Investment Bank alongside Scottish Enterprise, PXN Group, and Archangels.
"The Bank is delighted to continue to support the growth of iGii alongside our co-investors PXN Ventures and Archangels and now with the support of Scottish Enterprise. The capital that iGii has attracted is a strong indicator of the exciting potential for its Gii technology and the positive impact it could have in the world."
— Alastair McMillen, Associate Director – Sustainable Places
The capital will fund the ongoing development of the startup, which combines artificial intelligence matching with immersive virtual viewings.
"The VenueVerse is addressing a clear gap in a large, established market with a product that combines AI, immersive technology and deep sector insight. Stacey and Mark bring the first-hand experience, commercial understanding and determination we look for in founders. As greater choice reshapes the wedding landscape, we believe there is a compelling opportunity to improve how couples discover venues and how venues connect with the right customers."
The financing round was co-led by Clean Growth Fund and AP Ventures to support facility expansion in Wales.
"We are thrilled to have received backing from both our existing and incoming investors. This oversubscribed round sends a strong signal that UK investors are serious about decarbonisation. We are particularly glad this investment will support the growth of green industries in Wales,"
The safety technology company will use the capital to advance product development and field testing for its wearable rescue indicators.
"We are thrilled to welcome TrapDtek to our portfolio. Hunter has tackled a human problem with a compelling combination of deep technology and user-centric design. By turning complex radio-frequency technology into a simple physical product, TrapDtek equips emergency responders with a powerful tool in difficult environments. The platform offers strong potential across rescue and broader safety-critical applications, and we look forward to supporting the team through their next phase of growth."