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 British Robotics   Start-Up Fund 

Investing in UK-based robotics, applied artificial intelligence and automation businesses.

At a glance
  • Current status:                                            Open
  • Fund type:                                               SEIS/EIS
  • Investment goal:                      Capital growth
  • Focus:                    Robotics, AI, Automation
  • Target returns:                                                   3x
  • Target holding period:                           6 years
  • Minimum subscription:                        £10,000
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The British Robotics Start-up Fund (the "Fund") seeks to back high-growth robotics, artificial intelligence and automation businesses, many of which will be involved in the energy transition as the world reduces its dependence on fossil fuels.

Automation and robotisation continue to drive significant productivity improvements across the global economy and the Fund offers investors an opportunity to participate in a mixed basket of some of the most innovative and disruptive businesses that are exploiting the new generation of robotic technologies.

The United Kingdom is home to some of the finest robot-engineering talent and the Fund looks to help convert this inherent potential into successful world-class companies.

The Fund offers investors the opportunity of investing in potentially fast-growing robotics companies in the UK whilst significantly reducing the inherent risks involved. It does this by both: focusing investment solely on robotics businesses where investors are eligible to take advantage of the SEIS or EIS schemes; and also by spreading the investments made across a range of companies and sectors so that investors can benefit from a portfolio approach.
 
SEIS & EIS tax incentives
The companies the fund invest in are expected to be SEIS-EIS qualifying, which makes British Robotics Sidecar Fund SEIS-EIS suitable for qualifying clients who would potentially benefit from the following tax reliefs:
  • Up to 50% income tax relief (30% for EIS)
  • Tax-free investment growth
  • Capital gains deferral (or 50% capital gains reinvestment relief for SEIS)
  • Inheritance tax relief
  • Loss relief
Please note: SEIS-EIS tax reliefs are only made available to investors because of the higher risks associated with investing in early-stage companies. Also, the availability of tax reliefs will depend on the investor's individual circumstances, and may be subject to change in the future. In addition, the availability of any tax relief depends on the investee companies maintaining their qualifying status.
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Example companies from the current fund portfolio

Muddy Machines Logo

Muddy Machines enable growers to grow more, produce locally and ensure that the food we eat is fresher and more sustainable. The new category of field robots helps growers manage their labour-intensive crops by solving their biggest challenge - selective harvesting.

FlareBright

A global-leading Machine Learning Digital Twin company. FlareBright models all types of unmanned aircraft to solve sensing, navigation, control and optimisation problems, allowing organisations to test and evaluate rapidly.

QLM LOGO

Enabling organisations to achieve Net Zero through mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions. QLM (Quantum Light Metrology) Technology develops highly sensitive sensor technology to detect natural gas leaks using handheld devices, drones or satellites. The company is a spin-out from the University of Bristol.

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Important information
To invest, you must be an eligible investor. To be an eligible investor, you must be qualifying as one or more of the following:
  • You meet the FCA’s definition of a professional investor (as per COBS 3.5).
  • You meet the FCA’s definition of a certified high net worth investor (as per COBS 4 Annex 2R).
• You meet the FCA’s definition of a certified sophisticated investor (as per COBS 4 Annex 3R).
  • You meet the FCA’s definition of a self-certified sophisticated investor (as per COBS 4 Annex 4R).
  • You meet the FCA’s definition of a certified restricted investor (as per COBS 4 Annex 5R).
  • You are a client of an FCA authorised firm that will provide advice on the suitability of the product in question.
 
 
Risk warning
THIS INVESTMENT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR ALL INVESTORS AS THE UNDERLYING INVESTMENTS ARE ILLIQUID. 
 
This financial promotion has been approved by Sapphire Capital Partners LLP (FRN: 565716) on 01 May 2023. 
 
Important information for private investors – Reliance on the information provided here to engage in any investment activity may expose an individual to a significant risk of losing all of the property or other assets invested. Your attention is drawn to the risk section contained within the Information Memorandum. Investments are typically in unquoted shares in small companies, the value of which can be volatile and are often difficult to sell. Nothing on this website constitutes investment, tax, financial, legal, regulatory, or other advice by Sapphire Capital Partners LLP.
The value of an investment may go down as well as up, and you may not get back the full amount invested, and you may therefore lose some or all of your investment.
If you are unsure of the suitability of any investment for your circumstances, please contact your independent financial advisor or other professional advisor authorised under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA) who specialises in advising on investments of this type. Tax reliefs depend on individual circumstances. There is no guarantee however that the tax reliefs (such as SEIS and/or EIS reliefs, CGT reliefs or IHT relief) will be available on any investment made or that if it is initially available, it will not be subsequently withdrawn. Any references to tax laws or rates are based on current legislation, all of which are subject to change and are provided as a guide only. Prospective investors are advised to obtain their own investment and taxation advice and should consult their own professional advisors on the implications of investing.
Investments made in investee companies via funds managed by Sapphire Capital Partners LLP may not be covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS). For more details, please contact us or refer to their website: https://www.fscs.org.uk
Past performance is not a guide to future returns. CAPITAL AT RISK. 

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