Noveltea is a premium alcoholic tea brand launched in Fenwick in April 2017. The company's products are vegan, gluten-free and low in sugar, and manufactured in minimalistic & up-cyclable lifestyle packaging. Thanks to its low-Alcohol by volume (ABV) portfolio, the brand has sold 350,000 bottles since its launch in 2017. The company experienced more than £100,000 worth of sales in April 2020 despite COVID-19 due to smart e-commerce channel utilisation. In 2020, the size of the global alcoholic drinks market is $1.587 trillion and is forecasted to grow by 3.5% (CAGR) over the next three years. The brand aims to become a major contender in this segment and grow its business. The company use the investment to focus on its core markets in the UK, Germany, and China, and enter the USA by 2020.
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£558,845
Rock and Roost is an online retailer of hardwood furniture, designer fabrics, soft furnishings and accessories for both the domestic and high-end office markets, competing with the likes of Myakka, Susie Watson, Swoon Editions, and John Lewis.
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£238,270
Fieldwork is at the forefront of robotics innovation for efficient soft fruit harvesting, offering a pioneering solution to the pressing challenge of labor shortages and low productivity with the world's first precision robotic raspberry harvester that utilizes modular multi-crop robots, advanced AI technology, and precision soft-arm mechanisms, catering to a gap in the market with no current commercially available technology for selective raspberry harvesting.
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£1,488,890
Ready Burger (RB) states that it has created the UK's first scalable, value-driven, entirely plant-based Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) brand. RB claims that it has mastered the science behind the taste and texture of plant-based foods to make them indistinguishable from their non-veg counterparts. It further points out that its final products use up to 92% lesser greenhouse gases, and require up to 70% lesser water than competitor brands. RB argues that its meals cater for vegetarians, vegans, meat lovers, and people preferring Halal or Kosher foods. RB offers fast-food classics and has partnered with a global plant-based food manufacturer. RB asserts that its ergonomically designed kitchens enable it to produce 1000s of items a day, that are in turn, serviced from its central distribution centre. RB's integrated web-app ordering, in-store ordering kiosks and an innovative delivery solution allow customers to have their food in under 30 minutes. RB says it will use the investment to grow its business across different verticals.
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£1,998,549
Elemental is an agricultural food technology company that converts 78% of beef processing waste into sustainable fertiliser. The company claims that its technology can potentially reduce global beef CO2 emissions equivalent to 50 million cattle. Elemental asserts that its technology has been developed through extensive R&D and protected by patents in 60+ countries. The company raised £1.5 million on Crowdcube in late 2019, signed agreements for 14 projects in the UK and Europe using its technology, built a demonstrator plant and agreed to install its technology on commercial terms at 6 UK abattoirs. The company states they will use the investment to operationalise their first plant by December 2021 and grow their business across different verticals.
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£1,395,801
Honestly Tasty is a plant-based cheese company known for our award-winning products available in M&S, Ocado, and other stores. Our aim is to cater to cheese enthusiasts who either avoid dairy or are reducing their dairy intake. By combining innovative ideas with traditional cheese-making methods, we create alternatives that stand out and spark positive conversations among consumers.
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£307,067
CareGREEN is an innovation company that has created a unique air pollution capture and storage technology with the aim to reduce harmful pollution in the atmosphere. Their latest product is the Environmental Air Purification Intervention & Control System (EAPICS). The technology has been accredited as a significant solution in reducing COx worldwide. A World Health Organisation (2016) report established that more than 80% of people living in urban areas face the greatest environmental risk to their health today due to air pollution. CareGREEN believes its specialised filtration systems will contribute to a considerable fall in health issues linked to poor air quality. It is also diversifying its reach in other renewable energy sectors such as solar and wind. The company will utilise the investment to scale its business.
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Fully Charged is a broadcasting, digital and events business with the aim to become the world’s no.1 consumer channel for everything related to clean energy technologies & electric vehicles. The company's work has been met with more than 3 million monthly episode views globally on its YouTube channel with a record 4.6 million views in August 2019. Fully Charged is receiving ~£8,000 per month from YouTube advertising. It has successfully crowdfunded its first book, 'The Fully Charged guide to Electric Vehicles & Clean Energy'. Fully Charged LIVE has also won the ‘Pioneer Award’ at the British Renewable Energy Awards. With the investment, the company will hire additional staff/freelancers to drive audience, invest in audience growth through merchandising, hold more events, and establish a larger production office at Bristol & Bath Science Park to manage its increasing workflow.
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£558,734
Premium popsicles partnered with Pimm's producers and available as alcohol and alcohol-free. POPS has pioneered a contemporary and innovative concept within the ice cream industry. Since inception, their business and product range has grown and now consist of popsicles made from real fruit, all natural ingredients and are less than 60 calories. One of their most notable products is the champagne ice popsicle, a world first.
POPS have generated sales of more than £590k in the first half of 2018, which is equivalent to their total sales in 2017. Their products are available at major retailers, including Ocado and Tesco. As well as regional locations, such as Spar, Musgraves, Whole Foods and 500 other independent stockists. The range is also sold at festivals, sporting events, cinemas, theatres and leisure groups.
Funds are being raised to launch new product ranges in 2019 that are aimed at a wider target audience and suitable in most situations. POPS aims to ensure their products meet consumer trends in regards to health and portion sizes.
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£479,550
Creating alcoholic beverages for the health-conscious consumer. SkinnyBrands produces 'better-for-you' alternatives for those looking to reduce the number of calories they consume, have gluten intolerances, or prefer to live a healthy and actively lifestyle but still love drinking beer.
In 2016/17, turnover was £445k and the company is now expecting a YoY increase of 211%. This will result in a turnover of £1.4m. SkinnyBrands's monetisation strategy involves selling their products through retailers worldwide via multiple distribution channels. Due to the business's rapid growth, this investment round will allow the company to make key hires in key markets such as the UK, USA and Australia, as well establish further distribution rights and stockists to sell their products.
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investment:
£437,599
