
Manta Ray Ventures
Description
Manta Ray Ventures is a London-based venture capital firm that specializes in providing flexible and patient capital to early-stage deep technology companies. Established with a clear vision to support groundbreaking innovations, the firm focuses on leveraging its extensive network, resources, and time to foster the growth of its portfolio companies. Their investment philosophy underscores a long-term commitment, recognizing that the development of complex deep tech solutions often requires sustained support beyond traditional venture timelines.
The firm primarily targets companies operating at the Seed to Series A stages, seeking out ventures that are developing disruptive technologies with significant intellectual property and global market potential. Manta Ray Ventures' sector focus is broad yet strategic, encompassing areas such as artificial intelligence, robotics, advanced materials, biotechnology, and fintech. They are particularly interested in founders who are tackling challenging scientific and engineering problems with scalable solutions, aiming to back the next generation of industry leaders.
Manta Ray Ventures differentiates itself through its hands-on approach and a strong emphasis on partnership. Beyond capital deployment, they actively engage with their portfolio companies, offering strategic guidance, operational expertise, and invaluable access to their global network of industry leaders, corporate partners, and scientific advisors. This comprehensive support system is designed to accelerate product development, market entry, and international expansion. With a substantial fund, for instance, having raised a fund in the range of $150 million, Manta Ray Ventures demonstrates its capacity for significant investment. Their portfolio includes over 25 companies, reflecting their active participation in the deep tech ecosystem.
Investor Profile
Manta Ray Ventures has backed more than 77 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 5 rounds, about 6% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom, Poland.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Biotechnology, Health Care.
- Typical check size: $1M – $5M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (31%)
- Series A (22%)
- Series B (16%)
- Series Unknown (12%)
- Series C (12%)
- Convertible Note (3%)
- Series D (1%)
- Equity Crowdfunding (1%)
- Private Equity (1%)
- Grant (1%)
Country Focus
- United States (44%)
- United Kingdom (17%)
- Poland (13%)
- Germany (12%)
- Israel (5%)
- India (4%)
- Austria (3%)
- France (1%)
- United Arab Emirates (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Biotechnology
- Health Care
- Food And Beverage
- Food Processing
- Manufacturing
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Information Technology
- Saas
- Marketplace
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