Playfair Capital

A pre-seed venture capital fund based in London, investing in technology-centric companies across the UK and Europe.

Venture Capital Active London, United Kingdom Est. 2013
Last updated 2026-07-20
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About

Playfair Capital is a London-based venture capital firm established in 2013, focusing exclusively on pre-seed technology investments across the UK and Europe. The firm adopts a high-conviction, low-volume approach, typically making 6-8 new investments per year and reserving a significant portion of its fund for follow-on investments. Playfair aims to support visionary founders from their earliest institutional rounds through to later growth stages, offering strategic guidance and operational support. The firm has a strong track record, with a high Series A graduation rate for its portfolio companies. Playfair Capital also emphasizes diversity and inclusion through initiatives like the Female Founder Office Hours.

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Automotive & Mobility Technologies1
Aerospace, Defense & HLS1

Q&A

What is Playfair Capital's primary investment focus by sector?
Playfair Capital has invested in companies primarily within the Aerospace, Defense & HLS and Automotive & Mobility Technologies sectors.
Can you name some of Playfair Capital's portfolio companies?
Playfair Capital's portfolio includes Orca AI, which provides AI-based maritime safety solutions, and Sightec, a visual situation awareness system for autonomous flights.
What is Playfair Capital's typical investment stage?
Playfair Capital has participated in Seed, A Round, and Convertible Debt funding stages.
What is the typical investment range for Playfair Capital?
Playfair Capital typically invests between $1.7M and $13M.
When was Playfair Capital most active in new portfolio company investments?
Playfair Capital added new portfolio companies in April 2019 and April 2021.
What is Orca AI's business model and total funding?
Orca AI, a Playfair Capital portfolio company, operates with a B2B and B2G business model and has raised $114M.
What is Sightec's business model and total funding?
Sightec, a Playfair Capital portfolio company, operates with a B2B and B2G business model and has raised $7.3M.
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Legal namePlayfair Capital LLP
Founded2013