Northern Ireland

We have two funds to support ambitious growing companies across Northern Ireland.

From our office in Belfast, our team is deeply embedded in the region, providing expert, hands-on support.

£9m

Invested to date

175

Jobs created

Companies in our portfolio

Exit

Foresight Northern Ireland Fund

What is the Foresight Northern Ireland Fund?

The Foresight Northern Ireland Fund will support smaller companies to achieve their growth ambitions, support their local economy, and deliver positive social outcomes by creating high-quality jobs across Northern Ireland.

Launched with a £15 million investment from British Business Investments (BBI), a wholly owned commercial subsidiary of the British Business Bank (BBB), the Fund will co-invest with other Foresight managed funds which currently support Northern Ireland based SMEs.

Who is it for?

Profitable SMEs with exciting growth prospects

All sectors and deal types

Investments between £1m-£5m, in conjunction with other Foresight managed fund

Companies with a principal place of business, or a material part of their operations, workforce or trading in Northern Ireland.

The Northern Ireland Opportunities Fund

What is The Northern Ireland Opportunities Fund?

The Northern Ireland Opportunities Fund supports SMEs with material operations in Northern Ireland. It provides equity investments of up to £10 million and is focused on investing in businesses that generate a net positive impact for the people and economy of Northern Ireland.