Both Par Equity and the companies we invest in regularly appear in the press. We will let you know what they say here, as well as interesting press comment about the EIS and venture capital industry.

Par Equity Launches Investment Network in Aberdeen
5 November 2020

Par Equity is incredibly pleased to announce the appointment of Hugh Little to bolster Par’s investment activities in the North East of Scotland. Hugh brings unrivalled experience to Par Equity and our portfolio companies, and there is no better person to build out our network of enthusiastic... Read more

Ping Identity Aquires Symphonic Software to Accelerate Dynamic Authorization for Enterprises Pursuing Zero Trust Identity Security
3 November 2020

In 2014, Par Equity invested in Symphonic Trust, a spin-out from Edinburgh Napier University. Fast forward nearly 7 years, and Symphonic is a leader in dynamic authorisations for identify security and now, as of yesterday, part of the Ping Identity group. Another excellent exit for Par Equity,... Read more

Par Equity wins "highly commended" runner up award of EISA Best EIS Investment Manager 2020
21 October 2020

Par Equity is delighted to have been selected for the "highly commended" runner up award for 'Best EIS Investment Manager 2020' at last week's Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA) annual awards. Read more

UniKLasers secures Innovate UK project as part of quantum technology research drive
5 October 2020

Par Portfolio Company, UniKLasers , has secured an £800,000 project funded by Innovate UK. The firm will use the money to spearhead the commercial development of applications based around Quantum Technology. Read more

Par Equity regognised as a finalist for Best EIS Investment Manager and Best Exit of the Year in the 2020 EISA Awards.
2 October 2020

We’re always working hard to deliver the best outcomes for our entrepreneurs and investors, which is why we’re thrilled to be recognised as a finalist in two categories by Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA) – Best EIS Investment Manager (sponsored by Protean Risk Limited ) and Best... Read more

Novosound launches revolutionary range of non-destructive testing (NDT) products
2 October 2020

Par Equity portfolio company Novosound has launched its range of non-destructive testing (NDT) products to revolutionise the NDT market across sectors including oil and gas, renewables, energy and aerospace.

We are proud to have supported Novosound and the team through the development... Read more

Current Health and Dexcom Partner to Deliver Continuous, Remote Glucose Monitoring
27 August 2020

Par Portfolio Company, Current Health , has partnered with Dexcom to deliver continuous glucose monitoring through the Company's AI-powered remote patient monitoring platform. This partnership provides a great opportunity for health systems to obtain detailed insights into patient health,... Read more

For Some VCs Activity Didn’t Slow Down as a Result of the Covid-19 Pandemic
27 August 2020

Par Equity made 21 transactions in H1 20. Up 31% YoY. Well written article from Christine Hall at Crunchbase looking at VC activity levels and in particular Greycroft . Read more

Par Partner Andrew Noble Discusses the Positive Opportunities That Have Emerged for Young Businesses as a Result of Covid-19
27 August 2020

Par Partner, Andrew Noble recently spoke to What Investment Magazine about the positive opportunities that have emerged as young, nimble technology businesses navigate the COVID-19 crisis and why the success of these exciting technology companies is good for both investors and the economy,... Read more

Novosound Names Former Baker Hughes Executive as Chairman
27 August 2020

Par portfolio company, novosound has appointed Dr. Derek Mathieson, former Baker Hughes Senior Executive as chairman to drive the company's international growth strategy. Mathieson brings an outstanding history of commercial success and leadership to the team that will be vital to assisting the... Read more

Covec: Urban Rider Reviews Covec’s Latest technical textile
23 August 2020

VC investing offers up a broad range of exciting companies to work with. Meet Par portfolio company COVEC LIMITED , bringing the best protective single layer motorcycle jean to market.
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EC-OG: East Coast Oil & Gas Introduces Innovative Solution for Subsea Battery Storage Technology
20 August 2020

Engineer Live highlights Par Portfolio Company, EC-OG, and its Halo Lithium-ion battery storage system providing novel subsea battery storage technology. The technology has recently passed the final stages of testing, marking a major milestone for its creator, an Aberdeen-based clean energy... Read more

Par Equity leads £1.2m funding round into Belfast based BrainWaveBank
15 July 2020

We are excited to announce our continued support of Ronan Cunningham and the team at Belfast-based BrainWaveBank as they continue to scale their AI-based monitoring solution for Alzheimer’s and other neurological disorders.

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Publisher Discovery receives an £800k investment from a consortium of investors led by Par Equity
15 July 2020

We're delighted to announce our continued support for Publisher Discovery. The £800k investment round will support further development of the Company's affiliate marketing technology and expansion strategy. The new investment will be used to further develop the technology and to support... Read more

Par Equity’s Network Effect at work
15 July 2020

IFA Magazine recently highlighted Par Equity's Network Effect and the invaluable insight and critical thinking that our investor community brings to each stage of the investment cycle. The Par Investor Network contributes significantly to deal flow, due dilligance, portfolio management, and exit... Read more

Manus Neurodynamica secures £750,000 in funding for its Parkinson’s detecting technology
15 July 2020

We are excited to announce our continued support of Manus Neurodynamica as the company aims to revolutionise health care management through its Parkinson’s detecting technology. The funding from this round will be used to develop the Company's digital pen which provides an early warning of... Read more

Par Partner Andrew Noble on our new investment programme with the Regional Angel Programme
15 July 2020

UK Business Angels Association recently interviewed Par Equity Partner, Andrew Noble, on our new investment programme with the Regional Angel Programme, which aims to deploy £75m over the next 3 to 5 years.
Andrew shares more on the programme, our investment approach and how portfolio... Read more

Mallzee supports Bangladeshi workers affected by Coronavirus and also reduces clothing waste through its LostBox initiative.
26 May 2020

Fantastic initiative led by Edinburgh based Mallzee supports Bangladeshi workers affected by Coronavirus and reduces clothing waste. We are proud to back the team and their innovative solution making a difference on a global scale. Read more

Censo Biotechnologies begins offering free coronavirus tests to key workers
26 May 2020

Par Portfolio company, Censo Biotechnologies, has risen to the COVID-19 testing challenge by offering free coronavirus tests to frontline workers. The company is also working with NHS Scotland to be able to augment their centralised testing programme.

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Uniklasers secures further £750,000 in funding round to continue expansion
26 May 2020

We are very pleased to announce our continued support of UniKLasers in a £750,000 round of investment, supported by Scottish Enterprise. UniKLasers has achieved international sales and will use the funding to further expand the team and increase its manufacturing and R&D capacity. Read more

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