Northern Gritstone
VC · Manchester · United Kingdom
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Northern Gritstone is a venture capital firm based in Manchester, United Kingdom, founded in 2020. Led by CEO Duncan Johnson, a veteran in private equity and early-stage science ventures, the firm focuses on investing in science and technology startups in the North of England. The team comprises 13 professionals dedicated to supporting visionary companies with strong intellectual property, aiming to positively impact the world. The firm invests in sectors such as life sciences, artificial intelligence, software, healthcare, deep tech, advanced materials, and clean energy. Northern Gritstone supports companies from early stages to later growth, with a focus on the Northern Arc universities of Leeds, Manchester, Sheffield, and Liverpool. These universities are renowned for their research excellence and high volume of spinouts. The firm is committed to creating a regional innovation ecosystem and delivering attractive returns to shareholders. Notable investments by Northern Gritstone include Pixel-Flo - industrial supplies, Silveray - diagnostic equipment, Imperagen - biotechnology, Iceotope - computers and peripherals, and AmpliSi - energy storage. The firm aims to be a long-term partner for the businesses it backs, fostering growth and innovation in the region.
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