Blackfinch Ventures has announced three new additions to its portfolio, marking a strong start to 2026 with a range of investments that highlight the team’s adaptive approach and commitment to backing standout founders. The combined value of the investments across Bracket, Fulfilment.com, and Arctech represents a significant deployment of £4.5m capital, with funding drawn from both the Blackfinch Ventures EIS Portfolios and Blackfinch Spring VCT.
Each company brings something distinct, reflecting the breadth of Blackfinch Ventures’ generalist strategies. The firms span fintech, energy transition, and smart hardware - showing how a modern investment team can support innovation across diverse sectors.
A Flexible Approach to Finding the Right Fit
This latest group of investments also reflects minor enhancements in how the Ventures team operates. Rather than following a rigid one-size-fits-all model, the team adapted their process to each company to make sure they weren’t missing out on the best opportunities for the portfolio. From the fast and seamless completion of the Fulfilment.com deal to the complex due diligence and collaborative structuring needed to support Arctech’s growth, the team’s commitment to flexibility proved essential.
Kimberley Hay, Ventures Director at Blackfinch Ventures, said: "We’ve deliberately evolved how we invest. The key is maintaining rigour in our proven process, while also being open to adapting it based on what the company needs and what the timing of the deal demands. These three investments each followed their own path, and we’re proud of the outcomes we’ve achieved by staying agile."
Investments Backed by Sector Expertise and Real-World Innovation
- Bracket: A standout fintech with a disruptive approach to foreign exchange and treasury. Bracket’s founding team impressed with their energy and traction - surpassing forecasts and showing a clear growth trajectory.
- Fulfilment.com: An e-commerce SaaS business founded by an entrepreneur with first-hand experience of the challenges in the logistics sector. The deal was fast-paced and built on a mutual alignment with Blackfinch.
- Arctech Innovation: A founder-led, science-driven company with deep sector credibility and a platform approach to digital detection. Backed by a strong executive team and proven real-world performance, the business is now scaling commercially through international partners, with significant opportunity across multiple markets and use cases.
Supporting Ambitious Founders with the Backing of a Trusted Group
Blackfinch Ventures has also co-invested with several high-quality institutions in this group of deals. These partnerships reflect the growing recognition of Blackfinch as a trusted partner with a deep network.
Ijaz Khan, Investment Associate at Blackfinch Ventures, added: "Founders value our clarity and pace. Whether we’re co-leading with international institutions or backing a solo founder with a strong vision, we’re focused on building long-term, collaborative relationships."
The investments are part of a broader strategy to support early-stage businesses solving real-world problems with scalable solutions. As the Ventures team looks ahead to the tax year-end and a further close of their fundraise, the focus remains on quality over quantity—and on backing brilliant founders at the right time.
