2sms - November 2007
Provides enterprise-grade text messaging software and services to businesses.
Plasticell - November 2007
Development of stem cell technologies for drug discovery and regenerative medicine.
Biocontrol - October 2007
The application of phages to the treatment of infections in humans.
Vision RT - August 2007
Imaging system for use in radio therapy treatment.
CInergy International - June 2007
Provides technology to collate and inform call centre staff of new and existing competing marketing initiatives.
PolyTherics - June 2007
Prolongs half lives of molecule fragments using patented technology.
NanoBioDesign - May 2007
Development and commercialisation of a platform technology for P450 toxicity screening with applications in the pharmaceutical, chemical and cosmetics industries.
C Squared - January 2007
Media business which publishes advertising-related magazines, markets a proprietary database and which is expanding into related events and training.
ApplianSys - January 2007
Develops, markets, sells and supports server appliances (hardware and software) designed and integrated for specific tasks such as network management, messaging and security.
Presence Networks - December 2006
Secure instant messaging for enterprises.
Amano Cafes Ltd - August 2006
All day food outlet which combines a coffee bar, sandwich bar and restaurant.
Total Brand Security - August 2006
Develops, markets, sells and supports product authentication and tracking systems to assist global brand owners in the fight against counterfeiting and grey marketing.
Ixico Ltd - July 2006
Development of software to automate the analysis of digital clinical images.
The Local Data Company - June 2006
The Company gathers and sells rich data on UK city centre retail businesses and other points of interest.
The Real Health Institute - June 2006
Private health clinic offering integrated approach to back pain management.
PDD Innovations - March 2006
Developer of the SECTA intravenous pump for medical use and the development of the core pump technology for other applications.
Optima Diagnostics - February 2006
Specialist application service provider (ASP) that builds and manages web-based health and safety recording and reporting systems.
Quadrate - December 2005
Develops, markets, sells, installs and support Data Loading, Data Extraction and Reporting systems for SAP R/3.
Kodime - December 2005
Mobile marketing and commerce platform provider specialising in the property, marketing and media sectors.
iPlato - December 2005
Provides patient care messaging using mobile phones to the NHS.
Ad.IQ - December 2005
Response management software via mobile phone. The company was rebranded from TXT4 to Ad.IQ in September 2007 to reflect the multi channel services it offers advertisers.
Alba Communications - November 2005
Production of factual documentaries for broadcast and sales of proprietary and non proprietary material on DVD.
Delphic Diagnostics - October 2005
The UK’s leading provider of specialist diagnostics and services for HIV clinics.
Dictate.it - September 2005
Fast accurate and secure medical transcription outsourcing service to hospitals and GP practices, based on proprietary software.
Absolutely Training - June 2005
Leading provider of financial e-learning solutions to the investment and retail banking market.
Darwin Rhodes - May 2005
Leading recruitment consultancy specialising in the pensions, insurance, actuarial and financial planning markets.
Aconite - February 2005
Software solutions provider in smart card systems and electronic payments.
Red Ventures - February 2005
Supplier of branded giftware and jewellery ranges under license from Disney and Beatrix Potter
One Small Step One Giant Leap - January 05
One Small Step One Giant Leap is a children’s shoe store catering all children - from babies to teenagers - with all styles of shoe.
VC-Net - April 2004
VC-Net is Europe's first video conferencing service provider delivering a dedicated network for live video communication across legacy, ISDN and IP technologies.
Firezza - April 2004
Firezza is an eat-in, take-out and home delivery retailer of wood fired pizzas.
UK Explorer - March 2004
UK Explorer develops, produces, sells and distributes wired and wireless Internet access solutions for the hospitality and travel industries.
In February 2005 Spectrum Interactive, the UK’s leading independent payphone and internet kiosk operator, acquired UK Explorer. The Capital Fund made a 30% internal rate of return on its investment.
Cabinet - March 2004
Cabinet provides image printing software, digital rights management and creative services to enable clients to integrate, manage and exploit digital assets, especially imagery.
Touch Clarity - January 2004
Touch Clarity develops, produces, sells and distributes reporting, analytics and marketing automation software for the real-time optimisation of on-line web-based sales channels. The Capital Fund has made two investments in the company.
In February 2007 Omniture, a leadingprovider of online business optimization software, acquired Touch Clarity.
Mtivity - December 2003 - December 2003
Mtivity develops, produces, sells and distributes project management software for marketing professionals. The Capital Fund has made two investments in the company.
Avanti Screenmedia Group Plc - December 2003
Avanti Screenmedia Group Plc provides satellite telecommunications and associated consultancy services to UK corporates. The Capital Fund has made 3 investments in the company.
Deltion Ltd - November 2003
Deltion develops, produces, sells and distributes back-office, management and administration software tools for the transport and logistics sector.
Quotient Diagnostics Ltd - October 2003
Quotient Diagnostics creates and manufactures diagnostic tools for assisting the treatment of diabetes.
Solcara Ltd - July 2003
Solcara develops, produces, sells and distributes information management software tools.
In January 2008 Solcara was acquired byAIM-listed ArgentVive plc.
The Capital Fund is managed by YFM Venture Finance Limited. YFM Venture Finance is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority and is part of the YFM Group. Trading names used in the past by the London office include London Fund Managers, Yorkshire Venture Finance and Yorkshire Fund Managers.