The UK is an innovation leader but doesn't fulfil its potential when it comes to commercialisation, especially in Deep Tech and engineering. With expertise in quantum sensing, net-zero technologies, and rapid prototyping, we help turn ideas into impactful solutions that solve global challenges. Scaling niche technology ventures requires deep domain knowledge, engineering, and manufacturing capabilities, which often can’t be rapidly in-housed. Great engineering is key to Deep Tech success; the capability to build reliable, robust products can bring new technologies to life.
We work with all IP asset holders, from corporates limited by internal capabilities or culture, to universities to uncover and accelerate intellectual property that we believe has inherent long-term value and can change the world.
With both cohorts, we build disruptive startups. By applying our streamlined entrepreneurial capabilities, our deep sector knowledge and our unique mix of disciplines we’re able to facilitate the transition from raw IP to viable, real world ventures. Turning theory into reality.
We de-risk ventures by applying our robust and repeatable in-house commercialisation process, implementing IP and Product Technology Fit strategies, conducting end-to-end due diligence, and sourcing investment through our network of Angels, VCs, and government funders. We offer back-office support in finance, operations, and administration, and our strong partnerships with academic and corporate entities provide unparalleled credibility. Our true USP is in-house engineering, and we have a proven track record of building better Deep Tech ventures. Our goal is to help IP owners rapidly turn ideas into sustainable ventures that drive real-world impact.
New venture ‘Delta.g’ built
Pre-seed investment of £1.5M secured
The subsurface provides society with essential services like infrastructure space, transportation, as well as critical resources. Traditional underground imaging technologies have been inaccurate and difficult to use, resulting in suboptimal data.
Route to real world application finalised
Product engineering prowess applied
We helped the University of Birmingham commercialise its world-leading cold atom gravity gradiometer technology by securing £500k in grants, £1.5M in equity, forming Delta.g, and developing the business strategy, all supported by a world leading executive team.
Production-ready prototype developed
From lab to market in 6 months
Carbon dioxide and methane are potent greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. Small leaks from corroded pipes or ineffective storage vessels can cause catastrophic environmental and economic consequences.
Suite of solutions developed
Accelerated path to commercialisation
We helped QLM develop a commercially ready methane detection prototype by creating an FPGA-based communications backbone, compliant enclosure, new SDK, and web-based UI, advancing it from lab to market in 2021.
From proof of concept to model
Rapidly scaled the technology
Carbon fibre is commonly used in aerospace, automotive and sporting goods markets, for high performance applications that need its low-weight and high-tensile strength. The existing process for creating curved shapes lead to intrinsic weak points and excessive waste.
Provided support in raise
Transformational engineering
STL helped iCOMAT, a University of Bristol spin-out, to enhance their product and their business. After identifying investors and supporting the raise, STL delivered transformative engineering to rapidly scale the technology.
Whether you’re a corporate IP owner, university or start-up, get in touch with us to explore how we can work together.
