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Beta Bugs develops and distributes genetically selected Black Soldier Fly breeds for protein producers. The company supplies the biological genetics component of the insect farming supply chain to address protein production needs in the agri-food industry.

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Founders & leadership

TFThomas Farrugia
Thomas FarrugiaThomas Farrugia is a founder and former CEO of Beta Bugs, which develops Black Soldier Fly genetics for insect farming; he previously worked as a venture builder at Deep Science Ventures and holds a PhD in chemistry from Bristol University, an MRes in nanomaterials from Imperial College London, and an undergraduate degree in chemistry and materials science from the University of Malta.

Investors · 3

TRICAPITALlisted by TRICAPITALScottish Borders · $315K – $2.5M

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Scottish Enterpriseon the registerGlasgow

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Companies House · registry record

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Registered name
BETA BUGS LIMITED
Company number
11000463
Status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
6 Oct 2017
Registered office
C/O Beeches Farm, Icknield Way, Tring, Hertfordshire, HP23 4LA
Nature of business (SIC)
72110 — Research and experimental development on biotechnology
Accounts
last made up to 31 Oct 2025 · next due 31 Jul 2027
Confirmation statement
last made up to 5 Oct 2025 · next due 19 Oct 2026

Current officers · 4

  • Scott Alexander Birse — director, appointed 4 Aug 2026
  • Nicola Ann Broughton — director, appointed 3 Jun 2025
  • Christopher Gareth Joseph Richards — director, appointed 4 Oct 2023
  • Alan Edward Tinch — director, appointed 4 Aug 2026

Source: Companies House public register · retrieved 16 Aug 2026. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

In the news

Beta Bugs Secures £800,000 in Funding to Deliver Commercial Growth Under New Leadership - Beta Bugsbetabugs.uk · Aug 2026Beta Bugs Raises £1.72M in Fundingfinsmes.com · Oct 2023

Frequently asked questions

What does Beta Bugs do?
Beta Bugs develops and distributes genetically selected Black Soldier Fly breeds for protein producers. The company supplies the biological genetics component of the insect farming supply chain to address protein production needs in the agri-food industry.
Who founded Beta Bugs?
Beta Bugs was founded by Thomas Farrugia.
Who are Beta Bugs's investors?
Beta Bugs's investors include Deep Science Ventures, TRICAPITAL, Scottish Enterprise.
Where is Beta Bugs headquartered?
Beta Bugs is headquartered in Edinburgh, GB.