Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Countries of investment
- United Kingdom
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
- Series B
Industries
- Health Tech
About
The Scottish Investment Bank (SIB) is a key government-backed institution that co-invests with private sector partners to scale innovative companies in Scotland. The bank focuses on a range of industries, particularly technology and life sciences, providing early-stage funding to support companies as they grow. By combining public funding with private investment, SIB helps de-risk the investment process, ensuring that Scottish startups have the financial support they need to scale and thrive in competitive markets.
The Scottish Investment Bank (SIB) is a key government-backed institution that co-invests with private sector partners to scale innovative companies in Scotland. The bank focuses on a range of industries, particularly technology and life sciences, providing early-stage funding to support companies as they grow. By combining public funding with private investment, SIB helps de-risk the investment process, ensuring that Scottish startups have the financial support they need to scale and thrive in competitive markets.
Investment Thesis
The Scottish Investment Bank’s thesis focuses on leveraging co-investment to crowd in private capital and accelerate the growth of Scotland’s innovative companies. It targets sectors with strong export and innovation potential—such as energy, life sciences, and technology—while promoting economic resilience and sustainability. SIB seeks to fill early-stage funding gaps and catalyze Scotland’s transition to a knowledge-driven economy.
Manager's Experience
Government investment team with expertise in supporting SMEs and scale-ups across Scotland, blending public and private sector experience.
Team
Al Denholm – Chief Executive Officer
Mark Munro – Chief Investment Officer
Nicola Douglas – Executive Director
Investment
Jimmy Williamson – Executive Director
Investment
Sandy MacDonald – Executive Director
Impact.