United Kingdom · Pre-seed startup

Who invested in Planet Smart

One round we have observed, with the 2 investors named in it. Every figure came from a named source, and where the company reported a raise to the SEC itself, that is shown beside it.

Chemicals & Materials

Raised 12 months ago

Funding summaryUpdated 26 Oct 2026

$1.0Mraised across 1 round since 2025, from 1 source

Latest round
Pre-seed, $1.0MNov 2025
Investors
2
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The rounds

  1. Nov 2025
    Pre-seed$1.0M

    Source recorded

Founders and team

From Planet Smart's own website: 2 founders, 2 on the team.

Dr. Gerald Perry MarinCEO, Co-founder
Maurice RüttimannCOO, Co-founder
  • Dr. Peter Seufer-WasserthalExecutive Chairman
  • Manav VakilBiopolymer Lab Intern

AdvisersDr. Sara JonesDr. Sven Serneels

Everyone who backed them

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Quick answers about Planet Smart

Who invested in Planet Smart?

Planet Smart's investors include Innovate UK and Vertical Venture Partners.

How much has Planet Smart raised?

Planet Smart has raised $1.0M across 1 round since 2025.

When did Planet Smart last raise?

Planet Smart's most recent round was a Pre-seed of $1.0M in Nov 2025.

What was Planet Smart's biggest round?

Its most recent round, $1.0M in Nov 2025, is also its largest on record.

Who backed Planet Smart first?

Planet Smart's first round on record, in Nov 2025, was backed by Innovate UK and Vertical Venture Partners.

What stage is Planet Smart at?

Planet Smart's latest named round is a Pre-seed, in Nov 2025.

Where is Planet Smart based?

Planet Smart is based in the United Kingdom.

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