#growth-capital

#growth-capital

BGF has reported a strong year of investment and exit activity in 2025, underpinned by landmark portfolio realisations, robust trading performance and continued backing for founders across the UK and Ireland. The growth capital investor returned more than £600 million during the year, delivering a money multiple of over 2x, and paid a £75 million dividend to shareholders. The performance was driven by a series of high-profile exits, led by the sale of OrganOx, which generated BGF's largest-ever return.

The Dutch software company Deftpower has raised €12.5 million in growth capital. With this investment, the company aims to strengthen its position in the European market and accelerate the development of its platform for smart charging of electric cars. This was reported by the FD. The capital round was led by investor Endeit Capital. Existing shareholders, including 4impact Capital, also participated in the transaction. Deftpower had previously received support from Proeza Capital, Twickelborg, Cosmic Cat, Rethink Ventures, and Koolen Industries, among others.