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Midven Ltd.

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Manchester · Seed–Late Stage · 10 people tracked

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UK Companies House records show MIDVEN HOLDINGS LIMITED (no. 06288184) as dissolved. It is unlikely to be making new investments — this profile is kept for reference and historical accuracy.

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Investment thesis

The firm operates as the regional arm of Future Planet Capital following its 2021 acquisition, having historically managed regionally-focused funds since its founding in 1990. Its parent, Future Planet Capital, is a global venture capital and impact investor that connects large institutional investors with leading talent to address major global challenges. The stated ambition is to profitably solve the world's greatest problems across climate change, education, health, sustainable growth, and security. The regional entity continues to focus on regionally targeted investment while aligning with the parent's impact-oriented mission.

Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.

Stage
Seed–Late Stage
Check
$25.4K – $635K
HQ
Manchester, GB
Instruments
Equity
Founded
1990
Last 12 months
1 investment
AUM
$152.4M
Net assets · FY2024
$233.1K
Tracked investments
77
Acquisitions
1

Team · 10 people

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What they invest in

from 52 of 77 portfolio companies

SaaS ×22AI & Machine Learning ×15Enterprise Software ×14Hardware ×9Healthtech ×8Deep Tech ×7Direct to Consumer ×7Consumer ×6

HQs:United Kingdom×26United States×3Italy×1

Who they back

founder profiles across 19 portfolio companies
84%
solo founders
16 of 19 mapped founding teams
29%
repeat founders
of 14 founders with career history

Founding team size:solo founder×162 founders×23 founders×1

Where their founders studiedfrom 10 founders with education data

Durham University ×2University of Nottingham ×2

What their founders studiedfrom 11 founders with field-of-study data

Business & Management ×3Economics ×2Engineering ×2

Investments · 77 tracked

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Igloo Visionigloovision.comin𝕏✓ verified

Igloo Vision provides immersive room solutions for businesses across various sectors, enabling applications such as design visualization, data analysis, productivity enhancement, command centers, and training programs.

Deep TechEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkHardwareSaaSShropshire, GB

Colin Yellowley(Founder & R&D Director)in

Co-investorsFrontier Development CapitalFuture Planet Capital

4T2 Sensors Seed4t2sensors.com𝕏

4t2 Sensors develops fluid sensing technology aimed at providing measurement accuracy and insight in fluid analysis.

Deep TechHardwareIoT

Co-investorsFuture Planet CapitalWaterpoint Lane

Assemble You Seedassembleyou.comin

Assemble You offers an AI workforce change programme that measures and shifts employee attitudes and capabilities around artificial intelligence adoption.

AI & Machine LearningEdTechEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkHR TechSaaS

James Wann(Director of AI and Innovation)in

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Bendi Seedbendi.aiin

Bendi provides AI-powered supply chain mapping and risk intelligence software, helping companies handle supplier disclosures, compliance, and risk management across sustainability, ethical trade, and labour requirements.

AI & Machine LearningLogistics & Supply ChainSaaS

Co-investorsFuture Planet CapitalHeartfelt Capital

Bigbuttonbigbutton.tvin

Big Button provides video production services, managing the complete workflow from concept development to final delivery for brands seeking professional content creation.

Marketing TechMedia & Entertainment

Mark Burgess(Founder)in

CFP Compositescfpcomposites.comin

A materials company producing patented composite solutions through a UK-based facility with over 1 million square meters annual capacity, partnering with regional manufacturers to distribute its technology globally.

Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechNew MaterialsUK, GB

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Cipher Surgical Seedciphersurgical.comin𝕏

Cipher Surgical develops the OpClear platform, a laparoscopic device that uses CO2 flow and on-demand saline lens washing to keep the endoscope lens clear during complex endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery.

HardwareHealthtechMedical Devices

Andrew Newell(Founder and Chairman)inMark Alley(President & CEO)

Co-investorsFuture Planet CapitalVenture FoundersWalking Ventures

Connexica Seedconnexica.comin𝕏

Connexica provides data management, reporting, and analytics solutions that help organisations extract usable insights from their data, with specialisation in the finance, health, and social housing sectors.

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareSaaSStafford, GB

Gary Luke(Managing Director)inAlex Hurley(Business Development Director)inMichael Streeton(Technical Director)inKevin Strachan(Operations Director)in

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Covaticcovatic.comin𝕏

Covatic develops an on-device advertising platform powered by AI and machine learning that identifies user cohorts and delivers targeted ads while preserving consumer privacy.

AdTechAI & Machine LearningIoTLondon, GB

Nick Pinks(Founder)in

Co-investorsCreative UKOxford Technology ManagementTechstars

Crowdcontrolhqcrowdcontrolhq.com

SoCrowd is a social media management platform that has since partnered with Orlo.

Marketing TechSaaSSocial

CyberQ Group Seedcyberqgroup.comin𝕏

CyberQ Group is a cybersecurity services provider offering penetration testing, 24/7 security operations centre monitoring, risk assessment, and compliance support for businesses.

Cybersecurity

Chris Woods(Founder)in

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

D-RisQ Seeddrisq.comin

CLawZ® is a formal verification tool that automatically proves auto-generated source code correctly implements Simulink/Stateflow designs, eliminating the need for unit testing.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDeep TechDefense TechDeveloper ToolsHardwareSaaSMalvern, GB

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Everyclickeveryclick.comin𝕏

Give as you Live operates an online fundraising platform that enables individuals, corporates, and charities to raise money through shopping cashback, personal fundraising pages, and corporate initiatives.

B2B MarketplacesConsumerE-commerceImpact & Social GoodSaaSSocialUK, GB

Polly Gowers(Founder)in

Eyotoeyoto.comin

Eyoto provides eye examination technology solutions for clinics, aiming to improve accessibility and efficiency of eye care delivery.

Digital HealthHardwareHealthtechMedical DevicesBirmingham, GB

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Fenix Rail Systems Seedfenixrailsystems.comin

Fenix Rail Group provides depot control systems, mainline signalling design, installation, testing, and commissioning, along with rail maintenance and consulting services, organized across three divisions (Systems, Maintenance, Consulting).

HardwareIoTMobility & Transportation

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Furbnow Seedfurbnow.comin

Furbnow provides independent home energy efficiency assessments and advice for homeowners, sending qualified retrofit assessors to survey homes and delivering phased upgrade plans (a "BuildPack") covering insulation, ventilation, and heating systems.

Climate TechEnergyPropTech

Becky Lane(Founder)in

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Geospatial Insightgeospatial-insight.comin𝕏

Geospatial Insight combines satellite and aerial imagery with data analytics and AI to deliver geospatial climate intelligence, including tools for emission monitoring, sustainability planning, renewable energy location planning, and wildfire prediction.

AI & Machine LearningClimate TechData & Infrastructure

Dan Schnurr(Founder)in

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Halo Solutions Seedhalosolutions.comin

Halo Solutions develops a safety management platform that integrates planning, response, recovery, and review operations across sectors and organizational scales.

CybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareGovTechSaaS

Lloyd Majorin

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Halo X Ray Technologieshaloxray.comin

HALO develops real-time X-ray diffraction technology for automatic materials identification across aviation security, medical systems, and industrial applications.

Deep TechDefense TechGovTechHardware

Co-investorsFuture Planet CapitalUK Innovation & Science Seed Fund

Health2Works Seedhealth2works.com

Health2Works builds web and mobile applications for the NHS and other healthcare organisations to help them support patients, clients and staff.

Digital HealthHealthtechSaaSNewcastle-under-Lyme, GB

Steve Pashleyin

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

iEthico Seediethico.comin𝕏

iEthico provides predictive intelligence for the medicine supply chain, aggregating signals on supply pressure, pricing volatility, and active ingredient risk to give market visibility and forecasting.

AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureHealthtechCoventry, GB

Co-investorsFuture Planet CapitalOxford Investment Opportunity Network (OION)

Infinity CCS Seedinfinityccs.comin𝕏

Invosys provides Maestro Suite, agent guidance and patient interaction management software for healthcare contact centers.

Enterprise SoftwareHealthtechSaaS

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Inicio AIinicio.aiin𝕏Apr 2025

Inicio.ai builds conversational AI for debt collections and customer engagement in financial services, deploying automated decisioning and communication tools for banks, lenders, and debt recovery firms.

AI & Machine LearningFintechSaaS

Rachel Curtis(CEO)inCaroline Walton(Chief of Staff (Fractional))inVictoria Oliver(Chief Commercial Officer)inLindsey Tittensor(Chief Data Officer)inPaul Field(Chief Technology Officer)inHenry Allen(CFO (Fractional))in

Co-investorsAngel AcademeFuture Planet CapitalHaatchMint VenturesMorgan Stanley

Jennifer Young Seedbeautydespitecancer.com

Beauty Despite Cancer offers specialist skincare and body care products, including natural body oils, designed for people living with and beyond cancer.

Direct to ConsumerE-commerceWellness & Fitness

Jennifer Young(Founder)

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Kallikkallik.comin

Kallik provides cloud-based labeling and artwork management software for highly regulated industries including medical devices, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, cosmetics, and food and beverage.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHealthtechSaaSUK, GB

Gurdip Singh(Chief Executive Officer)inDavid Burton(Chief Finance and Operations Officer)inArjun Khanna(Chief Technology Officer)inBeth Peckover(Chief Delivery Officer)inStuart Powell(Chief Product Officer)inApril Carney-Dalton(Chief People Officer)in

Kubos Acquiredkubos-semi.com

Kubos Semiconductors develops a Cubic GaN growth process to produce more efficient long-wavelength (green, amber, red) LEDs and full-colour microLED displays for applications including AR/VR headsets, TVs, general lighting, and visible light communications.

Deep TechHardwareSemiconductors

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Learning Labs.Colearning-labs.co.uk𝕏

Learning Labs builds FlashAcademy, a language-learning app combining lessons, games, flashcards, tutor videos and adaptive technology, with AI-assisted marking and a teacher dashboard.

AI & Machine LearningEdTechSaaS

Lexverify Seedlexverify.comin𝕏

Lexverify is an AI-powered assistant that detects and prevents legal, compliance, and cybersecurity risks in electronic communications including emails and messages.

AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareLegalTechSaaS

Co-investorsFuture Planet CapitalLegalTech

Linear Diagnostics Seedlineardiagnostics.comin

Linear Diagnostics develops near-patient (point-of-care) diagnostic technology using EXPAR that delivers results in under 15 minutes, initially focused on detecting sexually transmitted infections and other infectious diseases.

BiotechHealthtechMedical Devices

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Maevingmaeving.cominOct 2025

Maeving is a direct-to-consumer electric motorbike manufacturer that sells its motorcycles online and delivers them directly to buyers, with engineers providing at-home maintenance.

Direct to ConsumerHardwareMobility & Transportation

Seb Inglis-Jones(Founder)inWill Stirrup(Founder)in

Co-investorsElbow Beach CapitalFuture Planet CapitalVenrex

METCloud Seedmetcloud.comin𝕏

METCLOUD provides data centre ICT systems infrastructure, serving organizations that require secure and protected systems.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingCybersecurityData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareBirmingham, GB

Ian Vickers(Chief Executive Officer)in

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Nourishedget-nourished.com

Nourished makes personalised 7-layer nutrient gummy "stacks" using patented 3D-printing technology, formulating custom blends of vitamins, micronutrients, and superfoods based on a customer quiz.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerWellness & Fitness

Melissa Snover(CEO & Founder)

Co-investorsCerity Partners VenturesFuture Planet CapitalRiverPark VenturesADM Ventures

Nylahs Naturals Seednylahsnaturals.com

Nylah's Naturals sells hair care products, including a hair growth serum, aimed at consumers seeking to improve hair thickness and reduce shedding.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerWellness & Fitness

Kameese D.(Founder)in

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

OLPRO Seedolproshop.com𝕏

OLPRO designs and sells camping equipment including tents, campervan awnings, outdoor furniture, clothing and accessories for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

B2B MarketplacesCircular EconomyConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceWorcestershire, GB

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Phasorsolutionsphasorsolutions.com

Phasor Solutions develops and procures technology spanning chip design, software, and artificial intelligence, with a focus on high-availability, secure systems for demanding operational environments including on-the-move deployments.

Deep TechDefense TechSemiconductors

Playmob Seedplaymob.com

Jude Ower MBE(Founder)in

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Property Filter.Coproperty-filter.co.ukin

Property Filter is a platform for UK property investors that provides deal-finding tools, data on motivated sellers, deal analysis, and member support to help investors source and close property deals.

B2B MarketplacesPropTechSaaSUK, GB

Florian Moulin(Head of Product Development and Platform Operations)inCyril Moulin(Head of Technical Build and Data)inGuillaume Black(Chief Executive Officer)in

Quantum Group Seedquantumsas.com

Quantum is an executive search and international recruitment consultancy that helps organizations identify and place senior talent on a global basis.

Enterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkHR TechSolihull, GB

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Rackspacerackspace.co.ukin𝕏

Rackspace Technology is a multi-cloud technology services provider, offering managed public and private cloud solutions for enterprise customers.

AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingEnterprise SoftwareSaaS

Gajen Kandiah(Chief Executive Officer)inMark Marino(Chief Financial Officer)inKellie Teal-Guess(Chief Human Resources Officer)inD K Sinha(President, Public Cloud Business Unit)Michael Bross(Chief Legal Officer)in

Co-investorsApollo

Reelyzereelyze.comin

Reelyze produces video-based learning content called Reels that combine video, text, and audio to help hospitality teams communicate standard operating procedures and training materials.

AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomyEdTechEnterprise SoftwareHR TechSaaS

Paul Putmanin

RIPE Building Services Seedripebuilding.com

RIPE Building Services builds greenhouse structures for growers, horticulturists, and environmentally focused investment funds, including a Natural Light Growing (NLG) centre in Warwick, England that transmits full-spectrum natural daylight to crops.

AgTechCleantechConstruction TechMelton Mowbray, GB

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Saicho Sparkling Tea Seedsaichodrinks.com

Saicho produces single-origin sparkling teas made from cold-brewed teas sourced from regions including Darjeeling, Fujian, and Shizuoka, finished with light effervescence.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech

Charlie Winkworth-Smith(Co-founder)inNatalie Winkworth-Smith(Co-founder)

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Sign Solutionssignsolutions.uk.comAcquired

.UK.COM is a domain registry offering an unrestricted, globally accessible .UK.COM domain extension for businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors seeking a British online identity without local ccTLD restrictions.

Enterprise SoftwareSaaSLas Vegas, US

Co-investorsDSW VenturesElderstreet InvestmentsFuture Planet CapitalRockpool InvestmentsZouk Capital

Stokly Seedstok.lyin

Stok.ly is a cloud-based, inventory-centric ERP and order management platform for growing retail, wholesale and distribution businesses, covering orders, stock transfers, warehouses, purchasing, fulfilment, manufacturing, finance and B2B operations.

Logistics & Supply ChainRetail TechSaaS

Iain Coplans(Founder)in

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Strolll - companystrolll.coin

Strolll uses augmented reality to deliver visual cueing and movement exercises for neurological rehabilitation, helping people with conditions such as Parkinson's and dementia-related gait problems.

Digital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices

Tom Finn(Founder)in

Co-investorsEMV CapitalFuture Planet CapitalIW CapitalKluz VenturesMartlet Capital

Totem Learning Seedtotemlearning.comin

Totem Learning creates serious games, simulations, and immersive digital experiences using psychology and learning science to improve employee performance and behavior change.

EdTechEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkSaaSWarwickshire, GB

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Unloqunloq.coin

Unloq is a decision intelligence platform that combines company data with live market signals to generate governed, auditable strategic recommendations with a human in the loop.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaS

Satyen Fakey(Founder)in

Co-investorsHaatch

Utility Stream Seedutility-stream.comin

Utility Stream is a business energy brokerage and consultancy that helps companies with multi-utility procurement, including energy supply, renewables, commercial water, new connections, and net-zero/CO2 reduction strategies.

CleantechClimate TechEnergy

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Vinevine.co

Vine was a short-form video sharing service that let users create and share looping video clips.

Media & EntertainmentSocial

We Are Digital.Cowe-are-digital.co.ukin𝕏

We Are Group is a UK delivery partner focused on digital inclusion and financial wellbeing, helping organisations offer digital-first services while supporting vulnerable and financially at-risk people.

EdTechGovTechImpact & Social Good

When in Rome Wine Seedwheninromewine.com

When in Rome is a wine distributor focused on premium Italian wines in sustainable, alternative packaging formats such as bag-in-box, cans, and paper bottles to reduce environmental impact.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechMilan, IT

Rob MalinAndrea MarchesiLorenzo Canali

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

Whiskwhisk.com

Whisk, a subsidiary of the Samsung Group, operates and maintains Samsung Food and builds grocery and recipe-shopping integrations along with food, wellness, and health software experiences.

FoodTechSaaSWellness & Fitness

You Smart Thing Seedyousmartthing.comin𝕏

You.

Climate TechMobility & TransportationTravel & Hospitality

Chris Thompsonin

Co-investorsFuture Planet Capital

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Principals & officers · per Companies House

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Raymond Douglas Hansen-Luke

Director · British · since 2021

Surjit Singh Kooner

Director · British · since 2016

Andrew Victor Graham Muir

Director · British · since 2007

Ownership & control

Future Planet Capital Holdings Limited75–100% of shares, 75–100% of voting rights, right to appoint and remove directors

Frequently asked questions

How many investments has Midven Ltd. made?
Midven Ltd. has 77 tracked investments, 1 of which have exited, including 3 dated in the last 24 months.
What stage does Midven Ltd. invest at?
Midven Ltd. invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Late Stage stages.
What is Midven Ltd.'s typical check size?
Midven Ltd. typically writes checks of $25.4K – $635K.
What sectors does Midven Ltd. focus on?
Midven Ltd. focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, Biotech, Cleantech, Climate Tech, Consumer, Data & Infrastructure, EdTech, Energy, Enterprise Software, Hardware, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good, Medical Devices, Mobility & Transportation, New Materials, SaaS, Sector Agnostic.
Where is Midven Ltd. located?
Midven Ltd. is headquartered in Manchester, GB.
Who does Midven Ltd. co-invest with?
Midven Ltd. most often shares deals with Future Planet Capital, EMV Capital, LegalTech, among 28 tracked co-investors.

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