Ecosystem map · Edinburgh

Edinburgh startup ecosystem map

87 startups based in Edinburgh that have raised money in rounds we track, grouped by their main sector. Together they have raised $2.4B; IT Services is the biggest sector, with 20 companies.

87startups on the map
10sectors
$2.4Braised between them
Energymost funded sector

IT Services

20

Biotech

14

AI

11

Energy

8

Fintech

7

Healthtech

6

Software

6

Cleantech

5

Big Data & Analytics

5

Hardware & Electronics

5

Segment by segment

IT Services

20 startups · $226M raised

  1. Build A Rocket BoyBuild A Rocket Boy is an independent game development studio based in Edinburgh, Scotland, founded in 2016 by Leslie Benzies, a veUnited Kingdom$110M
  2. FlexitricityFlexitricity is the demand response pioneer.United Kingdom$36M
  3. TravelnestTravelnest is a holiday rental management software company based in Edinburgh, UK, founded in 2014.United Kingdom$28M
  4. Software Sustainability InstituteSoftware Sustainability Institute is a national facility for building better software based in the UKUnited Kingdom$13M
  5. DesanaDesana Network Limited, based in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a prominent player in the Property Technology (PropTech) and Business/ProUnited Kingdom$7.4M
  6. Space IntelligenceSpace Intelligence is a NatureTech company based in Edinburgh, Scotland, specializing in audit-grade satellite data and insights fUnited Kingdom$6.4M
  7. Stellar OmadaStellar Omada is a UK-based IT services and consulting firm founded in 2018 and headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland.United Kingdom$5.5M
  8. Rapid MobileSince 2004 we've helped some of the biggest names around take their messages and services mobile.United Kingdom$4.2M

Biotech

14 startups · $413M raised

  1. Neurocentrx PharmaNeurocentrx Pharma Ltd is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Edinburgh, Scotland.United Kingdom$135M
  2. ParkureParkure is a Scottish company with the mission of finding a cure for Parkinson's disease.United Kingdom$97M
  3. TrogenixTrogenix is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing precision cancer gene therapies for solid tumors.United Kingdom$55M
  4. CalcivisCalcivis is a biotech company that focuses on unmet needs in dentistry.United Kingdom$24M
  5. MacomicsMacomics Ltd is a biotechnology and immuno-oncology company based in Edinburgh, Scotland, with additional facilities in Cambridge, UK.United Kingdom$21M
  6. Cumulus OncologyCumulus Oncology is a biotechnology firm based in Edinburgh, Scotland, founded in 2017.United Kingdom$17M
  7. TGTPP Global DevelopmentTPP Global Development is a preclinical stage drug development company focused on nervous system disorders, immunology, and oncology.United Kingdom$12M
  8. BIOCAPTIVABioCaptiva develops liquid biopsy technology devices to diagnose and monitoring to detect cancers.United Kingdom$12M

AI

11 startups · $60M raised

  1. Speech GraphicsSpeech Graphics Ltd is a technology company based in Edinburgh, UK, specializing in audio-driven, AI-powered facial animation software.United Kingdom$21M
  2. ZelimZelim is a global maritime technology company based in Edinburgh, UK, focused on enhancing search and rescue (SAR) operations at sUnited Kingdom$11M
  3. Continuum IndustriesContinuum Industries is a technology company based in Edinburgh, Scotland, specializing in AI-powered infrastructure planning and United Kingdom$9.8M
  4. Earth BloxEarth Blox is an environmental intelligence company based in Edinburgh, Scotland, founded in 2019.United Kingdom$8.0M
  5. Orca HubORCA Hub is a multi-university research program and consortium established in 2017, focusing on Robotics, Artificial Intelligence United Kingdom$3.5M
  6. PasabiAI technology solutions to detect and prevent the proliferation of counterfeit goods and fake reviews online.United Kingdom$3.0M
  7. Machine LabsMachine Labs is a software company specializing in AI and machine-learning-powered marketing and e-commerce tools.United Kingdom$1.3M
  8. Danu InsightsDanu Insights is a technology company specializing in optimizing experimental design for the life sciences sector.United Kingdom$974K

Energy

8 startups · $1.1B raised

  1. Fidra EnergyFidra Energy is a battery energy storage firm/business that aims to aid decarbonization for electrical system.United Kingdom$804M
  2. Pentland Floating Offshore Wind FarmPentland Floating Offshore Wind Farm energy infrastructure, including offshore wind, onshore wind, solar photovoltaic (PV).United Kingdom$196M
  3. Logan EnergyLogan Energy design, install, commission and maintain Energy Centres across the UK and Europe.United Kingdom$54M
  4. Nova InnovationNova Innovation is an energy company that designs, builds, operates tidal energy devices, and develops sites for arrays of tidal turbines.United Kingdom$51M
  5. StorTeraStorTera Ltd is an Edinburgh-based company specializing in long-duration energy storage solutions.United Kingdom$6.0M
  6. Mocean EnergyMocean Energy develops new technologies that can harness the power of waves and accelerate the transition to a zero-carbon world.United Kingdom$4.6M
  7. SnuggSnugg is working on a platform to assist homeowners in identifying, financing, and implementing energy efficiency upgrades in their houses.United Kingdom$2.5M
  8. SolarSubSolarSub is an environmental firm that offers floating solar cooling system.United Kingdom$1.8M

Fintech

7 startups · $449M raised

  1. SquareBookSquareBook is a socially responsible FinTech driving a new IPO equity culture.United Kingdom$285M
  2. LendingCrowdLendingCrowd is a fintech lending platform serving mainland UK.United Kingdom$136M
  3. AttoAt Atto, we provide instant insights into the financial behaviours of borrowers through real-time transaction data.United Kingdom$9.5M
  4. Money DashboardMoney Dashboard is an online personal financial management service allowing users to view their online financial accounts.United Kingdom$9.0M
  5. Game4PadelGame4Padel funds, plans, builds, runs, and promotes padel venues.United Kingdom$7.3M
  6. Level E ResearchLevel E Research is a financial technology company based in Edinburgh, established in 2018.United Kingdom$2.0M
  7. Visible CapitalVisible Capital is an online platform that provides compliance and wealth management services for finance and insurance sectors.United Kingdom$651K

Healthtech

6 startups · $67M raised

  1. SmplicareSmplicare Ltd.United Kingdom$35M
  2. BiolibertyBioliberty is a medical technology startup based in Edinburgh and Boston, founded in 2020.United Kingdom$22M
  3. 1nhaler1nhaler Ltd is a Scottish medical device company based in Edinburgh, founded in 2017 by Don Smith and Lisa McMyn.United Kingdom$7.4M
  4. PhysioMedicsTriage platform that lets Occupational Health, Private Health Insurance & the #NHS save money; helping patients to be treated fastUnited Kingdom$1.8M
  5. Gutsy HealthGutsy Health is a health and wellness website.United Kingdom$403K
  6. eMoodieeMoodie is a digital mental health company based in Edinburgh, Scotland, focused on enhancing workplace wellbeing.United Kingdom$275K

Software

6 startups · $42M raised

  1. EcometricaEcometrica is an end-to-end environmental software-as-a-service that helps businesses and governments identify risks and opportunities.United Kingdom$27M
  2. FreeAgentFreeAgent provides online accounting and money management software for small businesses and freelancers.United Kingdom$12M
  3. PommelhorsePommelhorse is a computer vision deep tech startup that makes digital communication more human.United Kingdom$1.2M
  4. Codeplay SoftwareEnabling AI to be Open, Safe and Accessible to AllUnited Kingdom$745K
  5. Actual AnalyticsActual Analytics uses cutting-edge video analysis technology to automatically analyse test subject behaviour.United Kingdom$429K
  6. 1partCarbon1partCarbon offers software-based technology and design prototypes and systems.United Kingdom$270K

Cleantech

5 startups · $28M raised

  1. Exergy3Exergy3 is clean-tech spinout from the University of Edinburgh.United Kingdom$15M
  2. GravitricityGravitricity develops a novel storage technology which offers some of the best characteristics of lithium batteries and pumped storage.United Kingdom$6.4M
  3. CarbogenicsCarbogenics is a cleaning technology company.United Kingdom$5.0M
  4. Forge MineralsForge Minerals is a UK-based company founded in 2024, located at the Edinburgh Innovation Hub in Scotland.United Kingdom$1.6M
  5. NNGenTecNGenTec designs and supplies permanent magnet generators for low, medium speed and direct drive wind turbines for offshore and onsUnited Kingdom$325K

Big Data & Analytics

5 startups · $11M raised

  1. BrainnwaveBrainnwave is a Decision Intelligence company founded in 2015 and based in Edinburgh, with additional locations in London.United Kingdom$8.1M
  2. TOPOLYTICSTopolytics is a data and metrics business - generating a live meta-map of the world’s industrial and commercial waste - exposing hUnited Kingdom$1.8M
  3. Net AINet AI, also known as NetAI Inc., is a network intelligence company founded in 2020 as a spin-out from the University of Edinburgh.United Kingdom$1.0M
  4. Biscuit TinBiscuit Tin is a Scotland-based company that specializes in end-of-life planning services.United Kingdom$406K
  5. Smart Data FoundrySmart Data Foundry is a financial firm that offers data mining and analysis for the betterment of society by doing so privately.United Kingdom$47K

Hardware & Electronics

5 startups · $5.6M raised

  1. Singular PhotonicsSingular Photonics is a fabless semiconductor company based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.United Kingdom$2.2M
  2. IntradriveIntra Drive is a machine manufacturing company that manufactures gearbox and motor for electronic bikes and mobility units.United Kingdom$1.8M
  3. PufferfishPufferfish, based in Edinburgh, is a leader in immersive spherical and hemispherical display technologies.United Kingdom$630K
  4. UNA WatchUNA Watch is a startup based in Edinburgh, Scotland, founded in 2024.United Kingdom$599K
  5. Ingenious Audio---- United Kingdom$396K

How this map is made. Every startup here is based in Edinburgh and has raised money in rounds we track. Each sits under its main sector, read from its rounds; each sector shows its best-funded first. Rebuilt nightly; updated 15 November 2026.

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