Newson Cairn

Investment thesis

Technology built to last, backed by capital that can wait.

We invest our own money in technology companies, from the first cheque to the growth round. A good company needs good people and money. We bring the money, and the rigour to back the right people.

Early stage

€50k – €1m

Pre-seed and seed. Review fee €250.

Direct investment

€1m – €10m

Series A and growth. Review fee €1,200.

Decision

7 / 21 days

From payment, always in writing.

Contact

Email only

One channel, with a clear record.

What we look for

Good people, a real product and a market that needs it.

Technology at the core
Software, data and AI, infrastructure, fintech, insurtech and health technology. Businesses where technology is the product or the edge.
A team that can build
Founders who ship, know their market first-hand and are honest about what they do not yet know.
Evidence, not adjectives
A product in use, customers who pay or clear signs they will, and numbers that reconcile.
Sensible terms
A valuation and structure that leave room to raise again and for everyone to do well.
Responsible conduct
Fair treatment of customers, staff and investors. Our mission is social responsibility, practised, not printed.

Outside the mandate

What we will decline.

  • Companies where technology is not central
  • Tickets below €50k or above €10m
  • Property, commodities, listed securities and funds
  • Proposals by phone, post or social media
  • Businesses that fail our compliance checks

Unsure whether you fit? Send a two-line summary before paying anything and we will tell you honestly.

Email [email protected]

Next step

See how a review runs.

Six steps, a named owner for each and a fixed date for your answer.