Foresight Group provided growth capital to fund international expansion and product development.
"We are delighted to have secured this investment from Foresight, which marks a significant milestone in Aircards’ journey. With Foresight’s backing, we’re scaling our core Studio, expanding our network of interactive AI and AR-enabled hardware displays, and growing the immersive software and fabrication capabilities that connect digital storytelling with impactful physical experiences. Foresight’s vision aligns perfectly with our ambition to set new global standards for immersive brand engagement, while building on our proud roots in the North East, proving that world-class creative technology can thrive here and resonate worldwide"
Maven Capital Partners led a £2.6m investment to support the precision optics pioneer across its UK and US facilities.
"PowerPhotonic’s commercially proven technology, strong IP portfolio and experienced team underpin a highly scalable business with significant global potential. The company operates in sectors where demand for precision optics is accelerating, and its ability to deliver complex, high-performance components sets it apart. We are excited to support PowerPhotonic’s next phase of growth and believe the business will significantly benefit from the value-add of a strategic investor with significant experience in growing businesses globally."
Technology entrepreneur Mark Boost backed the cloud workstation platform in a round that brings its total funding to £700k.
"Computle is tackling a real challenge with impressive ingenuity. They’re giving architects, VFX professionals, and engineers the power and speed they’ve been missing in the cloud."
Maven Capital Partners backed the cybersecurity specialist via the South West Investment Fund to support manufacturing growth and recruitment.
"Blueskytec has developed a cybersecurity solution that addresses a critical gap in the market, particularly for infrastructure and operational technology systems. Given the rapidly expanding threat landscape and the regulatory imperative for enhanced cyber assurance, the addressable market for the company’s solution is large and growing. We’re delighted to back Chris, Nicky and the team at such a pivotal point in the company’s journey and look forward to working with them as they continue to expand."
The health tech company surpassed £500k on Crowdcube with backing from more than 100 investors.
"Reaching the £500,000 threshold is an exciting moment, one that reflects investor belief in our mission to make diabetes screening simpler, earlier, and more accessible. With healthcare systems under increasing pressure, innovations like GTT@home can reduce clinical burden while improving patient experience and outcomes."
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