A new form of electric transport in the bike industry with the use of an affordable and simple conversion kit. Swytch have developed a kinetically rechargeable add-on for existing bikes to convert them into eBikes for a range of up to 50 miles. Funding will result in additional units being manufactured and sold at a 70% margin. The products are available online and currently via 20 independent bike dealers, with over 100 more waiting on stock.
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investment:
£349,356
PLAYin CHOC is an innovative, premium and award-winning manufacturer of vegan organic eco-friendly toys and chocolates. Its products are allergen-free, plastic-free, 100% organic and inspire creative play. Since its launch, PLAYin CHOC has sold approximately 50,000+ units in 21 countries. Additionally, potential stockists for its products are estimated at 100,000 in the UK and 1 million globally. Now, PLAYin CHOC is planning to take its product to the market via high-end food supermarkets; independent food, confectionary and gift shops; travel retail market; direct to the consumer via subscription; and international distributors. Funds raised will be used to increase growth by securing larger and permanent premises and intensify targeted marketing at trade & consumer shows and online.
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investment:
£278,450
Hagley West is an online watch company co-owned by cricketing legend, Chris Gayle. The brand has more than 50,000 followers on Social Media and has already sold its products in 39 different countries. To eliminate high barriers constructed by big brand markups and sales agents, Hagley West has developed a strategy to deliver direct to the consumer. Hagley West aims at increasing its presence to billions of global cricket fans with growth plans focused in the Asian market. With the proceeds, the company will accelerate its core business, develop new ranges, and expand into new markets.
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investment:
£353,540
Gravity is a tech-based co-living brand that endeavours to create a global community of young professionals by offering living spaces. The company operates three locations in Camden Town and one in Finsbury Park with over 100 beds. The company offers design-led living spaces with all-inclusive, flexible contracts, typically between 3 to 12 months to its users. It is currently working on potential projects with strategic real estate partners in Paris, Barcelona, and Milan aiming to develop a global network of co-living spaces in major business hubs worldwide. It will use 48% of the investment as opening costs, 37% as salary payments, and 15% as marketing, legal and miscellaneous expenses.
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investment:
£265,780
Ubiqutek is pioneering the use of electricity in the weed control market.
http://ubiqutek.com/
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investment:
£133,065
Symmetrical Power has developed an innovative solution that addresses the issue of energy wastage. After identifying the inefficiency of the 3 Phase Electrical Distribution Boards, Symmetrical Power is creating the ‘Intelligent Distribution Board’ (ID Board). It aims to prevent the challenge of peak demand whilst saving on energy bills. The working model of the product also received positive feedback from electrical specialists. Additionally, Symmetrical Power was also a Shell Springboard regional finalist (2018) for its new low-carbon ideas. With the proceeds, the company will complete design & begin distribution in Europe and to position itself as the go-to Distribution Board provider.
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investment:
£233,600
Space Store is a UK based business which offers edutainment practises through a mixture of physical and digital channels. Its mission is to bring space experiences to everyone. The company involves space in three ways: Firstly, hands-on experiences such as viewing live space data feeds, virtual reality or getting in and out of the spacesuit. Secondly, buying products that are authentic and backed by the space industry. Thirdly, one can eat what astronauts eat-in space. Since Sept 2018, Space Store has executed over 40 pop-ups in London and Oxfordshire. It has formed space industry partnerships that include OSS and Reaction Engines, and the team includes NASA scientist and rocket specialist. With the proceeds, the company will accelerate its growth, hire staff to increase its capacity to run events, invest in new experiences to create repeat customers and increase revenues.
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investment:
£146,570
Evaclite manufactures dynamic exit signs designed to make buildings safer and save lives. The company argues that its products are 77% more visible than conventional exit signs and reduces congestion at exits by 36%. The company received the 2018 FIREX - Fire Innovation of the Year Award. It also won the Safety and Health Excellence (SHE) Award in 2019 and 2020. Evaclite counts companies like Apple, CBRE, BBC, Melia, and MetroBank amongst its clients. The company has inquiries from over a dozen countries globally with a 12-month sales opportunity pipeline of over £1.5 million. It will use 60% of the investment to build its sales team, 28% to boost its inbound marketing campaign, 7% to develop additional intellectual property, and 5% towards overhead and general costs.
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investment:
£148,736
PIE Mapping (PIE) is an expert provider of mapping and journey planning solutions and a leading player in the fast growing $15 billion Intelligent Transportation System (“ITS”) market. The company provide up-to-the-minute mapping datasets and downloads for routing and software manufacturers based on the PIE Data Exchange offering and platform. We operate the Freight Journey Planner for TfL which is evolving into a B to B national model with a wide array of Smart City Road routing applications.
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Loupe London is a jewellery company that aims to join London’s £42 billion-a-year creative industries market and set a new benchmark into the art of jewellery making. It plans to create an experiential destination in the heart of London’s heritage-rich 'Jewellery Quarter', and connect UK artisans and discerning consumers who share an appreciation for craft, creativity, and unique design. Loupe's team strives to celebrate UK's famous 'Hatton Garden' heritage, protect artisan skills by offering business support, and establish a workspace for artisans and future talent to build their careers. The company estimates that 80% of consumers prefer independent brands, are mindful of sustainable purchases and attracted to 'Made in UK' products. Loupe aims to target this cater to this segment. The company will use the investment to build creative utilitarian immersive space and a website with integrated social channels.
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investment:
£77,738
