The round was backed by the UK National Wealth Fund, NVentures, IP Group, Hostplus, and bp Ventures.
Hostplus
OtherHostplus is an Australian industry superannuation fund managing over AUD$120bn in assets.
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AccelerComm
AccelerComm delivers high-performance 5G technology for satellite networks.
Audioscenic
Audioscenic develops spatial audio beamforming technology for consumer electronics.
Brainomix
Artificial intelligence software for medical imaging diagnostics.
Diffblue
Diffblue provides autonomous generative artificial intelligence software that automates unit test generation for developers.
Navenio
Navenio provides indoor location technology and task allocation software to improve healthcare workflow efficiency.
OXCCU
Converting waste gases directly into sustainable aviation fuel with a patented iron-based catalyst.
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Recent investments
The extension brings total Series C financing to £18.8m with participation from US investor Modi Ventures.
"This investment reflects strong confidence in our technology, our team, and the impact Brainomix 360 Stroke and e-Lung can have on patient care. Stroke care depends on speed, while lung fibrosis care requires early identification and consistent clinical decision-making over time, underscoring the need for hospital technologies that support clinicians at the point of care. With this investment extension, we are well-positioned to enhance customer support across the US and Europe, accelerating the seamless integration of our technology into existing clinical workflows and expanding access to life-saving treatments."
The funding round was backed by new investors including Orlen, Safran Corporate Ventures, International Airlines Group, Hostplus, and TCVC.
"Aviation needs a solution, and the serious lever is SAF. The challenge is SAF cost, and that is exactly what we are addressing at OXCCU."
The Series C round was co-led by Parkwalk Advisors and the Boehringer Ingelheim Venture Fund to support international expansion and clinical studies.
"We would like to thank all the investors that participated, including Parkwalk and Boehringer Ingelheim Venture Fund for their continued support, and welcome Hostplus, all of whom recognise the transformative impact that our technology can have on treatment for stroke and lung fibrosis patients. We will continue to harness our position and experience as a European market leader to achieve broad success in the US, helping improve patient care and access to life-changing therapies."
AccelerComm secures £21.5m Series B funding from Parkwalk, Swisscom and Hostplus to expand operations
Parkwalk led the Series B financing round to support the company in scaling its connectivity technology globally.
"From LEO satellite to terrestrial 5G deployments, the challenges of how to maximize the performance of the network, and in particular efficient use of energy and radio spectrum, are universal. Over the past few years, AccelerComm has continually demonstrated its position at the forefront of this technology, working with mobile operators, telecoms equipment vendors and the satellite industry to help supercharge communications. We’re thrilled to receive this backing from a range of industry-leading investors combined with the continued backing ongoing support of our existing shareholders and look forward to the company’s continued rapid growth and innovative development."



