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Nov 11, 2024 · Cambridge CleanTech innovator Levidian has launched its second generation LOOP technology – a major step forward for the graphene industry. It will see Levidian deliver unparalleled levels of graphene production that is less carbon intensive, more affordable and a higher quality than anything else on the market today, the company says.
From £8m to more than £100m and NetScientific becomes EMV …
Sep 25, 2024 · The rebrand marks the culmination of NetScientific’s strategic evolution, since acquiring EMV Capital in 2020, to a fully integrated venture capital and corporate finance business.
Oyster Yachts sails back to profit after remarkable turnaround
Oyster Yachts, whose roots run deep in East Anglia, has made a remarkable return to profit having been saved from bankruptcy by tech entrepreneur Richard Hadida in 2018. The luxury yacht manufacturer sailed into the black with a 29 per cent year-on-year increase in turnover to £56.4 million in 2023.
Parkwalk leads £4m investment in Psyomics - Business Weekly
Based at St John’s Innovation Centre, Psyomics says the fresh funding will help accelerate the extension of the company’s AI-informed medical device Censeo, to include specialist children and young people’s mental health assessment.
Vertical Future awarded £1.5m grant to help grow crops in space
Apr 10, 2024 · A company with a major manufacturing presence in the East of England has been hand-picked by the UK Space Agency to install its systems to grow crops in Low Earth Orbit.
UK, US and European investment as Acteon is acquired
Mar 26, 2024 · Norwich-anchored Acteon Group, a global offshore energy infrastructure services business, has been acquired by private equity investors Buckthorn Partners and One Equity Partners (OEP). No figures have been disclosed for the international deal.
New home for Cambridge Science Centre - Business Weekly
Jun 2, 2024 · Cambridge Science Centre has moved to a new home on Cambridge Science Park via a partnership with CSP and its owner, Trinity College. Having reached half a million young people in its first 10 years, Cambridge Science Centre empowers young minds through STEM workshops, interactive exhibits and innovative learning experiences.
Martlet Capital operational business acquired by EMV Capital
May 13, 2024 · Cambridge funder Martlet Capital is under new management. EMV Capital, a VC investor specialising in high-growth DeepTech and Life Sciences companies has acquired Martlet Capital’s operational business and been appointed investment manager of Martlet Capital.
Cambridge Future Tech closes $5m funding round - Business Weekly
May 29, 2024 · DeepTech venture builder, Cambridge Future Tech (CFT), has closed its latest round, raising $5 million. The funding will bolster CFT’s venture building activities, driving the next wave of DeepTech innovation for real global impact.
More animal magic as Zoetis acquires PetMedix in Cambridge
Sep 18, 2023 · PetMedix, a leader in discovering species-specific therapeutic antibodies for pets, has become the latest Cambridge company acquired by a US power player after being acquired for undisclosed millions by world leading animal health company Zoetis.