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OXCCU

Oxford, GB · Founded 2021 · 14 known investors

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OXCCU develops catalytic technology that converts waste CO2 into sustainable aviation fuel, chemicals, and biodegradable plastics, with an initial focus on decarbonising air transport. The Oxford-based company serves the aviation and energy sectors with low-carbon fuel production technology.

Founders & leadership

OXCCU was founded in 2021 by Andrew Symes, Jane Jin, Peter Edwards, Tiancun Xiao, and Benzhen Yao.

ASAndrew Symes
Andrew SymesCEOAndrew Symes is co-founder and CEO of OXCCU, a spinout from Oxford University that converts waste carbon sources into fuels and chemicals using novel catalyst technology. He previously worked as a climate technology venture investor.
JJJane Jin
Jane JinCo-Founder & Chief Innovation and IP OfficerJane Jin is Co-founder and Chief Innovation and IP Officer of OXCCU, an Oxford University spinout developing catalytic technology to convert waste CO2 into sustainable aviation fuels and chemicals. She previously led innovation commercialisation and spinout development at Oxford University Innovation, where she held roles including ClimateTech Innovation Lead, and before that worked as a consultant analyst at Oakland Innovation advising multinational companies on technology commercialisation strategies.
PE
Peter EdwardsAcademic Co-founder
TXTiancun Xiao
Tiancun XiaoAcademic Co-founder
BYBenzhen Yao
Benzhen YaoAcademic Co-founder
JOJames Oliver Hutchings
James Oliver HutchingsExecutive
N
NachoChief Operating Officer

Board

AJ
Alan John AubreyBoard director
DPDaniel Paul Goldman
Daniel Paul GoldmanBoard directorCo-Founder and Managing Director at Clean Energy Ventures

Investors · 14

Also in the syndicate · 4

HostplusIP Group/Kiko VenturesTCVCUniversity of Oxford

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$56M disclosed across 2 of 3 rounds · 2025

▶$28MraisedNov 2025 · 11 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • James Oliver HutchingsExecutive Officer
  • Alan John AubreyDirector
  • Andrew Alexander Dacres SymesExecutive Officer, Director
  • Daniel Paul GoldmanDirector
  • Tiancun XiaoDirector
Offering amount
$28M
Amount sold
$28M
Minimum investment
$673.7K
First sale
Sep 2025
Incorporated
Corporation, United Kingdom, 2021
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

What does OXCCU do?
OXCCU develops catalytic technology that converts waste CO2 into sustainable aviation fuel, chemicals, and biodegradable plastics, with an initial focus on decarbonising air transport. The Oxford-based company serves the aviation and energy sectors with low-carbon fuel production technology.
Who founded OXCCU?
OXCCU was founded by Andrew Symes, Jane Jin, Peter Edwards, Tiancun Xiao, Benzhen Yao in 2021.
Who are OXCCU's investors?
OXCCU's investors include Clean Energy Ventures, Kiko Ventures, TechEnergy Ventures, Aramco Ventures, Braavos Capital, Eni Next, IAGi Ventures, International Airlines Group (IAG) and 2 more.
How much funding has OXCCU raised?
OXCCU has disclosed $56M raised across 2 of its 3 known rounds.
Where is OXCCU headquartered?
OXCCU is headquartered in Oxford, GB.